Paleontology Imaging & Data Digitization Technician

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Utah seeks a Paleontology Digitization Technician to image and databank paleontology specimens and photographs for a major digitization project. You will work with the team to upload media into EMu and DAMS, maintain meticulous records, and transcribe data from field notes and specimens.

The role involves careful handling of fragile documents, collaborating with a project manager and staff, and contributing to making collections accessible to researchers and the public.

Qualifications

• Equivalency statement: 1 year of higher education can substitute for 1 year of directly related work experience.
• Research Technician I: low or no related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Imaging specimens and recording data.
• Scanning records, photos, and maps.
• Uploading media and data into EMu Collections Management System.
• Keep clear records of all imaging work.
• Transcribing data from specimens, documents, and photos.
• Ensure work is accurate and error-free.

Skills

Camera operation

Excel

Attention to detail

Independent work

Microsoft Suite

Adobe Suite

Education

Equivalency: 1 year higher education substituted for 1 year related work

Tools

Nikon

Canon

EMu

Job description

The University of Utah seeks a Paleontology Digitization Technician to image and databank paleontology specimens and photographs for a major digitization project. You will work with the team to upload media into EMu and DAMS, maintain meticulous records, and transcribe data from field notes and specimens.

The role involves careful handling of fragile documents, collaborating with a project manager and staff, and contributing to making collections accessible to researchers and the public.