Avian Collections Specialist

American Museum of Natural History; New York (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Museum of Natural History in New York is seeking a Museum Specialist in the Ornithology department to assist in caring for bird specimens and supporting the use of the collections by staff and visiting researchers.

The role includes processing loans, maintaining cataloging and digitization, and helping we and other visitors access the collections. Strong organizational skills and a biology background are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong manual dexterity and precise hand-eye coordination.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Care and maintenance of Ornithology collections, including labeling, housing, and shelving.
• Processing incoming and outgoing loans, including packing, shipping, and records management.
• Assisting staff, students, interns, volunteers and visitors to access the collections and respond to inquiries.
• Collaborating with other museum departments on collections-related projects and fieldwork.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Tools

Collections management databases

Job description

The American Museum of Natural History in New York is seeking a Museum Specialist in the Ornithology department to assist in caring for bird specimens and supporting the use of the collections by staff and visiting researchers.

The role includes processing loans, maintaining cataloging and digitization, and helping we and other visitors access the collections. Strong organizational skills and a biology background are required.