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Job Summary
The Invertebrate Paleontology Technician and Preparator operates and manages the Zoology Preparation Laboratory II within the Museum of Comparative Zoology (MCZ). The position reports directly to the department’s curatorial associate, with indirect reports to the department’s faculty-curator and MCZ’s Director of Collections Operations.
Job-Specific Responsibilities
Operates and manages the Zoology Preparation Laboratory II within the Museum of Comparative Zoology (MCZ) and also cares for fossils in the invertebrate paleontology collection. Research priorities of the department are established by the faculty-curator. Supervises and trains undergraduate students, graduate students, postdoctoral researchers and volunteers in the scientific techniques of destructive sampling and fossil invertebrate preparation, which includes traditional preparation in the lab. This position will use virtual preparation using 3D reconstruction software, which is managed by the faculty-curator in Invertebrate Paleontology. Oversees the training and use of digital imaging facilities for departmental affiliates. Plays a major role in planning field expeditions, including bibliographic searches, permits and permissions to access field sites, map and aerial photo surveys, and testing and purchase of field equipment. Assumes responsibility for geographical sectors and expeditionary personnel in the field, including supervision and training of undergraduate students, graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in the scientific techniques of collecting fossil invertebrates, with the ability to apply all basic and research skills necessary in providing leading care for all specimens. Authorizes purchases of departmental laboratory supplies, especially those necessary to develop new techniques of invertebrate fossil preparation.
Basic Qualifications
BA/BSc or equivalent degree in geology, biology or zoology with emphasis on invertebrate paleontology (anatomy and taxonomy). Minimum of 3 years of experience in invertebrate paleontology preparation.