Description
Performs difficult skilled, technical, and administrative work to facilitate the strategic curation and utilization of the Schiele Museum’s collections and research programs in service to the organizational mission to inspire learning and engagement in science and natural history, including the local and scientific communities. Manages research programs, administers the museum collections, supervises personnel, manages departmental resources, and conducts specialized scientific research; does related work as required. Work is performed under the supervision of the Museum Director and Assistant Director.
Requirements
Professional research expertise and experience in a field of natural science. Thorough knowledge of scientific research methods, theory, and standards for conduct and ethics. Knowledge of collections management practices. Skill in the formulation of research design to respond to strategic organizational needs. Ability to communicate ideas effectively, verbally and in writing. Ability to coordinate and manage the work of employees, volunteers, and interns. Ability to collaborate with staff to develop program and exhibit content. Capacity to manage departmental facilities, resources, and logistics.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a PHD in a natural science field such as geology, zoology, anthropology, biology, botany, paleontology or another area related to the Museum’s current collections, exhibits, and/or programs. Considerable experience in conducting scientific research, collections management, and/or managing scientific research programs. Experience in a museum setting, departmental leadership, personnel supervision, coordinating volunteers, and the pursuit of grant funding is preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
