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Manager of Scientific Collections (Invertebrate Zoology), UCP 7

Agency
University of Connecticut Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Location
Storrs, CT
Job Category
Full Time Positions
Start Date
December 6, 2019
Last Date to Apply
October 31, 2019
Website
https://college.agrilife.org/entojobs/wp-content/uploads/sites/79/2019/10/InvertebrateCollectionsMgr_psn-1.pdf
Description
The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology seeks a Manager of Scientific Collections (UCP 7) for invertebrates in the Biodiversity Research and Education Collections (BREC; https://biodiversity.uconn.edu/www.jobs.uconn.edu, Staff Positions, Search #2020193. Please submit a cover letter that addresses the minimum and preferred qualifications, a curriculum vitae, names of three referees (including email, phone number and mailing address). Address inquiries to Dr. Janine Caira (janine.caira@uconn.edu). Screening will begin October 31, 2019 with an anticipated starting date of December 6, 2019. Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. (Search # 2020193). All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics, which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • M.S. degree in entomology, parasitology, or related field • Detailed knowledge of taxonomy and zoological nomenclature • Experience in using and maintaining relational databases in a collection setting • Detailed knowledge of modern curatorial standards and techniques including pest control, specimen labeling, mounting, processing, and imaging • Proficient identification skills • Experience working with invertebrate collections PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Ph.D. in entomology, parasitology, or closely related field • At least three years prior experience working with invertebrate collections • Experience supervising students or volunteers • Knowledge of protocols and regulations for shipping specimens nationally and internationally, including all relevant documentation (USFWS, CITES, etc.)
Job Number
137
Contact Person
Dr. Janine Caira
Contact eMail
janine.caira@uconn.edu
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