Application Deadline: June 1, 2026, Close of Business (COB) Your Local Time The Society for the Preservation of Natural History Collections (SPNHC) is offering travel grants for the 2026 SPNHC Annual Meeting, https://spnhc.org/spnhc-2026-south-africa/. Applicants must be members of the Society or apply for membership before the application will be accepted. While any SPNHC member may…
Published: April 20, 2026 News
Be part of the first SPNHC Conference to be held on the African continent. Join us in Cape Town, South Africa, September 7–11, 2026, for the Annual Meeting hosted by Iziko Museums South Africa. The response to our call for sessions and workshops was overwhelming. The program will feature 15 sessions and symposia as part of the…
Published: April 18, 2026 Collections Manager, Jobs
Closing: May 1, 2026
National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution https://naturalhistory.si.edu/ We are looking for exceptional candidates to apply for the Supervisory position of Lead Collections Manager (GS-13) in the Department of Paleobiology at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History. This person will oversee all aspects of the collections in our department, which houses more than 42…
Published: April 18, 2026 Conservator, Jobs
Denver Museum of Nature & Science https://dmns.org/ Have you ever wanted the opportunity to shape the future of conservation science at a world-renowned museum? The Denver Museum of Nature & Science (DMNS) invites applications for the position of Museum Conservation Scientist to lead analytical research, conservation science initiatives, and preservation strategies for collections at the Denver Museum of…
Published: April 18, 2026 Conservator, Jobs
Denver Museum of Nature & Science https://dmns.org/ Have you ever wanted to manage a conservation lab at a world-renowned museum? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where you lead and motivate a team? The Denver Museum of Nature & Science (DMNS) invites applications for the position of Conservation Laboratory Manager. This position serves as…
Published: April 17, 2026 Conservator, Jobs
Closing: April 22, 2026
Manitoba Museum https://manitobamuseum.ca/ General Reporting to the Senior Conservator, the Assistant Conservator is responsible for supporting the conservation of the Museum’s large and diverse collections of artifacts and specimens, as well as the Museum’s dioramas, galleries and exhibitions. This is achieved through an established program of preventive maintenance, remedial treatments, and the internal communication of…
Published: April 9, 2026 Collections Manager, Jobs
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History https://naturalhistory.si.edu/ The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History has an opening for a full-time Supervisory Museum Specialist, who will serve as the Lead Collections Manager for the United States National Herbarium. The Department of Botany seeks candidates with demonstrated expertise in, and a commitment to, the care and use…
Published: April 1, 2026 Collections Manager, Curator, Jobs
Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium https://shellmuseum.org/ Summary of Opportunity The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium (BMNSM&A) seeks qualified applicants for the position of Science Director and Curator to oversee the care and management of the Museum’s scientific collection of shells and other specimens, lead the institution’s work in research and publication, and help…
Published: April 1, 2026 Collections Assistant, Jobs
Harvard Museum of Comparative Zoology https://www.mcz.harvard.edu/ Company Description By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard’s world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive. Why join the Harvard Faculty of…
Published: March 30, 2026 Education, Jobs, Public Outreach
Sam Noble Museum of Natural History To Apply: https://jobs.ou.edu/ Job Description The Coordinator of Membership and Community Engagement administers the museum’s stewardship program, identifies and implements strategies to manage and grow membership, migrates members to increased levels of support, organizes member and donor events, and in partnership with the OU Foundation may assist in coordinating…
American Museum of Natural History amnh.org The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world’s preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition. The Museum’s Exhibition…
Published: March 24, 2026 Collections Assistant, Digitization, Jobs
University of Michigan Museum of Paleontology https://lsa.umich.edu/paleontology How to Apply Interested applicants should provide a cover letter detailing their specific interest in the position, CV, and contact information for three references. Apply here: https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/apply/275310 Mission Statement The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in…
Published: March 11, 2026 Announcements, News
Introduction While many of us are still shivering through winter, we are delighted to share exciting news from a very sunny South African. Preparations are well underway for the 41st SPNHC Annual Meeting, taking place 7-11 September 2026, in Cape Town, South Africa, proudly hosted by Iziko Museums of South Africa at the Iziko South…
Published: February 25, 2026 Internships, Jobs
Closing: March 13, 2026
Pioneer Trails Regional Museum https://ptrm.org/ Pioneer Trails Regional Museum in Bowman, ND is seeking a summer intern to work in the department of Paleontology. With preference to students specializing in biology, geology, or a related field, the positions are open to all students and recent graduates with a genuine interest and knowledge of paleontology, especially…
University of Iowa https://museumstudies.sites.uiowa.edu/ The University of Iowa’s Classics and Religious Studies invites applications for a 100% Visiting Assistant Professor in Museum Studies for the 2026-2027 academic year. Duties of this position include teaching 4 classes per semester and includes one section of MUSM:2001 (Introduction to Museum Studies) each semester, as well as courses related…
Published: February 19, 2026 Jobs, Preparator
Prehistoric Museum at Utah State University https://eastern.usu.edu/prehistoric-museum/ Overview The Prehistoric Museum at Utah State University Eastern invites applications for a three-year, full-time fossil preparator position. This newly created position will spearhead the preparation of fossils from the Cleveland-Lloyd Dinosaur Quarry (CLDQ) at Jurassic National Monument. Those fossils were collected during a mitigation project at the…
Published: February 18, 2026 News
We invite you to submit a proposal for an organized session at TDWG 2026 that reflects the work that TDWG does and the ways that collections and standards contribute to our understanding and documentation of biodiversity. We strongly encourage you to consider the conference theme: Research and Robot-ready Biodiversity Data Standards. Deadline for session proposals:…
Published: February 13, 2026 Collections Assistant, Jobs
American Museum of Natural History https://www.amnh.org/ The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world’s preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition. The Mammalogy department…
Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum https://www.bishopmuseum.org/ Employment Type: Full-Time, Salary, ExemptTemporary/Permanent: PermanentDeadline to Apply: This application will remain open until the position is filled.Rate of Pay: $72,100.00 – $92,000.00 annually, commensurate with experience. This wage band is set and not subject to negotiation. Job Purpose The Curator of Entomology initiates, develops, and directs original research projects…
Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum https://www.bishopmuseum.org/ Employment Type: Full-Time, Salary, ExemptTemporary/Permanent: PermanentDeadline to Apply: This application will remain open until the position is filled.Rate of Pay: $72,100.00 – $92,000.00 annually, commensurate with experience. This wage band is set and not subject to negotiation. Job Purpose The Curator of Botany initiates, develops, and directs original research projects…
Published: February 4, 2026 Collections Manager, Jobs
Pacific Marine Specimen Bank, The Pacific Community https://www.spc.int/ Description The Pacific Community (SPC) is the principal scientific and technical organisation in the Pacific region, supporting development since 1947. We are an international development organisation owned and governed by our 27 country and territory members. In pursuit of sustainable development to benefit Pacific people, our unique organisation works…
Published: February 3, 2026 Conservator, Jobs
Old Red Medical Museum https://www.utmb.edu/oldredmedicalmuseum Conservator (On-Site, 20 to 24 Months, Fixed Term) Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Archaeology, Biology, Zoology, Natural History, Conservation Science, or related field, and three (3) years of experience working in a conservation science-related field. Preferred Qualifications: Job Summary: Preserve History. Advance Science. Join UTMB as a Conservator. UTMB Health…
Published: January 28, 2026 Internships, Jobs
The Frost Entomological Museum, Pennsylvania State University https://ento.psu.edu/about/facilities/frost The Frost Entomological Museum at Penn State seeks two undergraduate summer interns, to assist with research projects related to butterfly biodiversity and collections. Training and experiences will be provided in the following areas: Required Skills and Experience: Compensation: Wage is set at $17.50/hour, with an expectation of…
Published: January 26, 2026 Computer Science, Databases/IT, Jobs
New York Botanical Garden https://www.nybg.org/ Position Summary A postdoctoral research associate is sought to develop tools to mobilize data in herbarium specimens for conservation action, as part of a project funded through the Bezos Earth Fund’s AI for Climate and Nature Grand Challenge. The postdoctoral research associate will report to Emily Sessa, Patricia K. Holmgren Director…
Published: January 15, 2026 Announcements, News
Society for the Preservation of Natural History Collections – 41st Annual Meeting7-11 September 2026Iziko South African Museum • Cape Town, South Africa Bridging Hemispheres: Collaborating for a Unified Natural Heritage You are warmly invited to attend the 41st Annual Meeting of the Society for the Preservation of Natural History Collections (SPNHC), to be held from 7…
Mace Brown Museum of Natural History https://charleston.edu/mace-brown-museum/ About the Department The College of Charleston’s Department of Geology and Environmental Geosciences invites applicants with a Ph.D. in Vertebrate Paleontology or a closely related field for a tenure-track faculty position to begin in August of 2026. The successful candidate will have research and teaching interests in Paleontology or…
Published: January 8, 2026 Jobs, Museum Director / President
Closing: January 15, 2026
Mace Brown Museum of Natural History https://charleston.edu/mace-brown-museum/ Job Description The Museum Executive Director (ED) serves as the chief executive responsible for the overall leadership, operations, community engagement, and fundraising for the Museum. The ED aligns with the Mace Brown Museum of Natural History in the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences (SNES) at the College…
Published: January 8, 2026 Collections Manager, Jobs
Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability https://sustainability.stanford.edu/ This is a 3-year fixed-term position. Work will be conducted on-site in Stanford, California and at a nearby off-campus facility. Stanford Libraries and the Doerr School of Sustainability Geoscience Specimen Collection are seeking a full-time Assistant Collection Manager (3-year fixed-term) to perform a variety of tasks and functions in…
Texas Tech University https://www.ttu.edu/ Position Description The Department of Biological Sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track, Assistant Professor position of collections-based mammalogy to begin Fall 2026. Applicants from a wide range of mammalogy specializations that utilize natural history collections are invited to…
Published: December 10, 2025 Administration, Jobs
American Museum of Natural History https://www.amnh.org/ The American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) seeks an outstanding scholar and accomplished leader to serve as its next Dean of Collections (dean). This is an opportunity to lead the stewardship of one of the world’s most important natural history collections, ensuring its accessibility and relevance for generations to…
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