The Harvard Museum of Comparative Zoology invites applications for a full time managerial position in the museum’s world-class VP collection.
The Curatorial Associate (CA) is responsible for managing the curation of existing and new collections. Oversees and processes all incoming/outgoing loans of specimens. Identifies new acquisitions and oversees the proper accessioning with the appropriate legal documents. Provides oversight and is responsible for the accurate digitization of specimens in the museum-wide database. Maintains VP departmental collection files, prepares and monitors departmental budgets, and orders collection-related supplies. May assist in preparation of grant proposals for collection or facilities improvement. In conjunction with the Director, Collections Operations and the Faculty Curator, the CA will determine short- and long-term collection priorities. Assists with development of policies and processes conforming to best practice standards for the long term preservation and conservation of specimens within the collections. Supervises the daily curatorial activities of the curatorial staff and students assigned to the collections, as well as work with the VP Preparation Technician. The CA also oversees the activities of academic and non-academic visitors, researchers and students using the collections. Management responsibilities include planning and delegating work effectively and ensuring compliance with Harvard-wide, FAS and MCZ policies and procedures, as well as local, state and federal laws and regulations.
Basic Qualifications Master’s Degree required. At least 7+ years of fossil handling/curation/preparation experience in a paleontology collection; knowledge of vertebrate systematics; 3-5 years of supervisory experience.
Additional Qualifications Master degree in specialized area related to paleontology and/or natural history museums preferred. Demonstrated writing, public speaking, and organizational skills; excellent computer skills, including database management. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required, as well as the ability to both work independently and in a busy team environment.
Additional Information When applying for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter in our preferred format as one combined document (resume followed by cover letter).
With rich collections comprised of more than 21 million extant and fossil invertebrate and vertebrate specimens, the Museum of Comparative Zoology (MCZ) at Harvard University has been a center for research and education focused on advancing evolutionary biology and biodiversity science since its founding in 1859.
Harvard University is unable to provide work authorization and/or visa sponsorship for this staff position.
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