Biological Collections Technician-Institutional 26-27 Academic Year

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to study small structures through a microscope and/or loupe
• Able to carry large or awkward specimens
• Able to lift and carry 50 pounds
• Able to use Excel, Google Forms, and other basic computer programs TIME REQUIREMENTS:
• Flexible, but at least 10 hours per week preferred ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
• Familiarity with making, handling, and/or repairing biology specimens (including pinned insects, mounted plant herbarium specimens, lichen specimens, animal bones or skins, etc) preferred
• Familiarity with taxonomy of plants, insects, lichens, and/or mammals (such as through taking a MHU class on the subject) preferred
• Adding specimen information to a digital database using Excel and Google Forms
• Proofreading database entries
• Confirming and/or correcting species identification of specimens
• Identifying specimens that need to be repaired and/or repairing damaged specimens
• Treating specimens for safe storage
• Cleaning and organizing specimens
• Cleaning, organizing, and rearranging storage spaces
• Communicating regularly with the supervisor(s) about hours, progress, duties, and questions
• Gentle handling and care of specimens (many of which are old and/or fragile)
• Close attention to detail and good organizational skills