"Curatorial Assistant"

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 Institute for Comparative Genomics (ICG) is seeking a full-time Curatorial Assistant to work with samples under cryogenic conditions to physically prepare incoming donations/deposits of the biological specimens for cryogenic preservation and tissue subsamples for research loans. They work with cryogenic storage equipment and relational databases and ensure accurate records are kept. Ideal candidates work with a meticulous attention to detail and possess strong writing, organization and communication skills.

• Prepare biological specimens for cryogenic preservation.
• Prepare tissue subsamples for research loans under liquid nitrogen conditions.
• Conduct specimen inventory, handling, labeling and transferring.
• Adhere to safety guidelines, policies and protocols established at the Ambrose Monell Cryo Collection (AMCC), including relevant Museum/ICG standards/protocols.
• Work with cryogenic storage equipment such as dry shippers, dewars, pressurized vessels and liquid nitrogen freezers.
• Work with relational databases as they pertain to the samples in the collection, including data entry, data import/export, querying, printing labels and generating reports.
• Perform recordkeeping in electronic and paper formats.
• Organize and maintain the laboratory and equipment.
• Assist AMCC staff with AMCC tours.

The expected salary range for the Curatorial Assistant is $52,000/annual - $57,000/annual. This position is overtime-eligible and the AMNH offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community.

Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization and depth and scope of experience.

Required Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six months work experience in a biological laboratory, museum collections or other relevant experience.
• Experience with collections database relational programs (i.e., EMu).

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: careers.amnh.org