Museum Technician

Position Summary

Work will primarily take place in the Museum of Southwestern Biology’s Division of Mammals with occasional opportunities for field-based mammal research. Responsibilities may include:

• Preparing museum specimens and collecting specimen data
• Maintaining and operating the dermestarium
• Processing, organizing, and osteoscribing skeletal material
• Assisting with curation and installation of museum specimens and associated parts
• Entering, verifying, and managing data in a relational database
• Transcribing and digitizing legacy specimen data
• Participating in field research projects, as appropriate
• Supporting museum outreach activities
• Assisting with the training and orientation of new student workers in a peer-learning setting

Work-study award (strongly encouraged to apply). Academic or career interest in Biology, Museum Studies, or related fields. Enrolled in a degree program in Biology or a related discipline. Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet software. Completed coursework or demonstrated knowledge in mammalogy, vertebrate zoology, or museum science. Familiarity with relational databases. Outdoor fieldwork or related skills. Availability to work approximately 20 hours per week.

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a third‑party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please submit a resume or CV and a cover letter with your UNMJobs application. In your cover letter and/or résumé, be sure to include your major and minor, your specific interest in biology, museum work, or related fields, your anticipated graduation date, and your career or educational plans following graduation.

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