Idaho Museum of Natural History https://www.isu.edu/imnh/
Institution Information
Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!
Job Description
The Idaho Museum of Natural History is seeking a motivated, organized, detail-oriented individual to join our staff as the Life Sciences Collections Manager, with an emphasis in the Ray J Davis Herbarium. This key team member oversees the day-to-day management, preservation, and accessibility of the herbarium (ca. 80,000 specimens) and other, smaller (mammal, bird, herpetology, fish, insect) biodiversity collections. The Collections Manager reports to the Museum Director and works with the other Museum collections staff to plan and implement Division goals, priorities, and programs that promote research, teaching and public interest in the life sciences and use of the collections. The Collections Manager also develops and participates in both internal and external Museum activities and outreach events, such as public programs, fundraising efforts, and exhibit planning.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement Museum policies and procedures for maintenance and preservation of the collections
- Develop, update and implement Division policies, procedures and collection-specific protocols
- Specimen preparation, maintenance and organization; record keeping and digitization; and database management
- Provide taxonomic identification of specimens and assessment of their associated data for accuracy and historical context, including upgrades to specimen identifications and nomenclature
- Hire, train, and supervise collections personnel, including students and volunteers, to carry out tasks such as mounting, filing, imaging, databasing, and georeferencing specimens
- Process all incoming and outgoing specimens and/or materials including, donations, exchanges, loans, and gifts
- Lead and/or collaborate in field collection efforts, such as the Annual Idaho Botanical Foray
- Work with the Education staff to develop and implement informal education programming around the Life Sciences
- Facilitate and oversee visits by researchers, students and the public using the collections
- Participate in broader education and public program activities of the Museum including but not limited to tours for the public, general museum outreach, and exhibits
- Coordinate with development staff on fund-raising opportunities; help write collections-improvement grants for curation, accessibility, and preservation of Life Science collections
- Willingness to travel, work some evenings and weekends
- Perform other duties related to Life Sciences collections as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors in Biology, or related life science
- At least one (1) year experience in collections management
- Background in plant identification, taxonomy, and field botany
- Ability to bend, lift, carry, and climb with or without reasonable accommodations
Preferred Qualifications
- MS in Biology, or related life science
- Experience in plants from the western United States
- Demonstrated experience in education and outreach
Additional Information
You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references, including current contact information. This position will remain open until it is filled; however, priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before October 7, 2024. Salary will be between $51,000 – $53,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.
Apply at: https://isu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/5/home/requisition/2318?c=isu