Diptera Curator & Biodiversity Genomics Leader

California Academy of Sciences; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco seeks a world-class entomologist to become the Schlinger Chair of Diptera in the Entomology Department. The curator will lead a collections-based program integrating traditional taxonomy with genomics, imaging, and informatics, and will contribute to BEACON initiatives and funding growth.

Ideal candidates will advance biodiversity research, mentor students, and engage broad audiences with science communication and public outreach, while

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Entomology, Systematics, Evolutionary Biology, or other relevant discipline; postdoctoral experience highly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with natural history collections and integrating collections-based research with genomics, imaging, and informatics.
• Proven track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals and ability to secure external funding.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute original collections-based systematic research.
• Lead expeditions and collaborative work to advance arthropod biodiversity knowledge.
• Seek extramural funding and grants aligned with BEACON and CAS priorities.

Skills

Diptera expertise

Collections-based research

Genomics integration

Science communication

Education

Ph.D. in Entomology or related

Job description

The California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco seeks a world-class entomologist to become the Schlinger Chair of Diptera in the Entomology Department. The curator will lead a collections-based program integrating traditional taxonomy with genomics, imaging, and informatics, and will contribute to BEACON initiatives and funding growth.

Ideal candidates will advance biodiversity research, mentor students, and engage broad audiences with science communication and public outreach, while