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