The Biodiversity Institute of Ontario at the University of
Guelph has a position available for a full-time collections
technician. The successful applicant will have at least a
BSc in Zoology (MSc preferred) and a strong background in
entomology. Fluency in common computer applications is a
requirement, while experience with museum collections,
collection databases, digital photography, and field insect
surveys is an asset.
Responsibilities will involve all stages of collection
management (provisional taxonomic sorting, cataloguing,
databasing, labelling, imaging, loan assembly, specimen
preparation, and tissue sampling for molecular analysis), as
well as participation in field collecting expeditions.
Successful performance will require dexterity,
concentration, ability to execute repetitive tasks
accurately, efficient time management, team work, and
multitasking.
Reporting to the Curator of zoological collections and
Collections manager, this position will be renewed on an
annual basis and will include a standard benefit package for
the University of Guelph. The proposed start date is
September 1st, 2009.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada and
applications from Canadian citizens and permanent residents
will be given priority. To apply, please send your resume
and contact details for two referees to Dr Alex Borisenko
(abori...@uoguelph.ca). Although applications will be
accepted until the position is filled, the review of
applications will commence on August 1st, 2009.
