North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is pleased to announce that we are recruiting for a skilled Fossil Preparator who is passionate about public engagement to join the SECU DinoLab team in Raleigh, NC. Located in the heart of the Research Triangle, this opportunity offers the chance to work alongside leading scientists while inspiring the public through science communication and discovery.
This unique position combines hands-on fossil preparation with public engagement in one of the nation’s leading natural history museums. The SECU DinoLab is a fully operational, public-facing research laboratory where visitors can witness real paleontological science in action.
Key responsibilities include:
🔹 Fossil preparation and conservation for scientific research
🔹 Public engagement through tours, outreach, and presentations
🔹 Collaboration with Paleontology Curators on Triassic and Cretaceous ecosystem research
🔹 Supporting a dynamic, team-centered research environment
Preferred experience includes fossil preparation techniques, specimen conservation, digitization technologies, 3D modeling, micropreparation, molding/casting, and related paleontology research skills.
📍 Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
🏛️ Institution: North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
📅 This is a full time permanent position with the state of North Carolina (40hrs/wk, 5 days to include weekends)
💲Recruitment Range: $41,206 – $56,660, with full benefits
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and become part of a museum recognized as a global leader in science education and research. Please visit the NC Employment listing for application instructions.
DinoLab Fossil Preparator – MNS60035052
Accepting applications until EOD June 1, 2026
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