CURATOR

San Diego Natural History Museum
San Diego, CA
Category Research
Job Description
The San Diego Natural History Museum is seeking a Curator of Ornithology to lead research and collections in ornithology, inspire and steer research and conservation at the Museum, and serve as a knowledgeable representative of the Museum within the local, regional, and global scientific community.

Requirements

  • Taxonomy, systematics, phylogenetics, biogeography, organismal biology, ecology, conservation biology, and/or other related fields of research with birds
  • Knowledge of collections care, specimen preparation, and bird identification
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Leadership skills to inspire and steer the research strategy at the Museum
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity and ability to work effectively with a diverse range of people
  • Experience in outreach and personnel supervision
  • Skills in project management with an attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to learn processes, procedures, and information quickly

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Vacation
  • Sick-time
  • 15 paid holidays
  • Free admission into all of Balboa Park’s museums
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