Plant Biology- Herbarium Digital Curator- CALS

through world-renowned research, education, and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns: We believe that achieving next-generation scientific breakthroughs requires an understanding of the world's complex, interlocking systems. We believe that access to nutritious food and a healthy environment is a fundamental human right. We believe that ensuring a prosperous global future depends on the ability to support local people and communities everywhere. By working in and across multiple scientific areas, CALS can address challenges and opportunities of the greatest relevance, here in New York, across the nation, and around the world. The L. H. Bailey Hortorium Herbarium (BH) at Cornell University is centrally located on main campus and contains over 950,000 dried plant specimens. It includes both native and cultivated material collected from around the world and other special collections associated with the Herbarium. It is one of the largest university-affiliated collections of preserved plant material in North America. The L.H. Bailey Hortorium supports collection-based botanical and horticultural research, discovery, and education by preserving and celebrating its rich history while evolving and enhancing the collection for the future. Through these activities, the Herbarium provides unique learning opportunities for field and museum-based botany, enhancing scholarship and outcomes for undergraduate and graduate students at Cornell. Looking forward, the Herbarium is seeking new and creative ways to implement extended specimen models, to utilize its historical collections for research innovation, and to provide experiential learning for students and the community The BH Herbarium Digital Curator position is located within the department of Plant Biology. This position plays a key role in the digitization, management, and accessibility of the BH collection, ensuring that specimens are properly documented and accessible to researchers, educators, and the public. The Digital Curator will leverage modern computational technologies to enhance our ability to preserve botanical collections and data extensions digitally, facilitate research and education, and engage in collaborative efforts to contribute to global biodiversity databases. This is a part-time position at 50% FTE . This is a one-year term appointment that is contingent upon available work, funding, and performance. There is the opportunity to work remotely within or outside New York State 5 days a week; an on-site presence is not required. While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others. Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position. What We Need Minimum Education and Experience Equivalency: A Master's degree or equivalent in Botany, Biology, Information Science, Museum Studies, or a related field. Experience in botanical collections, herbarium management, or digital curation, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Key Qualifications: Familiarity with herbarium practices, taxonomy, and botanical data standards. Experience with herbarium specimen digitization techniques, such as imaging and data capture, is preferred. Experience with computational programing for biodiversity informatics. Ability to maintain a website. Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of accuracy and consistency in data management. Proficiency in database management, including metadata entry, query generation, and data validation. Ability to troubleshoot technical issues related to imaging equipment, databases, and software tools. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams. Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines. Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members. If you have all those things, great! We have a few more things that we would prefer you to have, but it's ok if you don't. Experience using biodiversity databases and collections management software (e.g., Symbiota, Specify, Arctos). Knowledge of data standards and interoperability (e.g., Darwin Core, TDWG, GBIF). Experience with digital preservation methods and ethical considerations in the digitization of cultural and scientific collections. Rewards and Benefits Follow this link to learn more about the Total Rewards of Working at Cornell: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Cornell is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, visit hr.cornell.edu/eeo. University Job Title: Collections Specialist II - SP Job Family: Library/Museum Level: E Pay Rate Type: Hourly Pay Range: $31.46 - $36.36 Remote Option Availability: Remote Company: Contract College Contact Name: J'Frances White Contact Email: jmw572@cornell.edu Job Titles and Pay Ranges: Non-Union Positions Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. 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