PT Databasing Assistant, AMNH

The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions. Since its founding in 1869, the Museum has advanced its global mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition. The Museum is renowned for its exhibitions and scientific collections, which serve as a field guide to the entire planet and present a panorama of the world's cultures.

AMNH has a part-time opening for a Databasing Assistant.  This person will be working with museum collections.  Previous knowledge and experience working with insect collections is required.

High attention to detail and ability to work with delicate historical specimens.  Experience with zoological nomenclature is required.

The ideal candidate must have the ability to read small fonts.  Basic widows OS computer skills. R esume MUST include a cover letter. 

Resume with cover letter specifying salary history or requirements to:  egaughan@amnh.

The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Museum does not discriminate due to age, sex, religion, race, color, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other factor prohibited by law. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. Please be advised that due to the high volume of applicants, we are only able to contact those candidates whose skills and background best fit the needs of the open positions.