Top 80 Paleontology Jobs in United States

Paleontology Collection Manager
University of Nebraska —Lincoln, NE
- From $51,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
BCAS - Renewable Contract Research Assistant Professor and Curator of Paleontology
The University of Alabama —Tuscaloosa, AL
- Online Application
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Senior level
Research Assistant I - Geology
Field Museum —Chicago, IL
- $19 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Entry level
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Post-Doc Nakamura Lab
Rutgers University —Piscataway, NJ
- $63,968 a year
- Full-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Mid-level
- University
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Museum Curator
City of Mesa, AZ —Mesa, AZ
- $75,033.30 - $102,518.83 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
MUSEUM CENTER VOLUNTEER - PALENTOLOGY COLLECTIONS
City of Dickinson —Dickinson, ND
- Entry level
Research Assistant I - Geology
The Field Museum —Chicago, IL
- $19 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- Outdoor work
12d
Postdoctoral Associate- Stable Isotope Sciences
The Research Foundation for The State University of New York at Stony Brook —Stony Brook, NY
- $61,000 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- English
- University
3d
Earth Sciences (Geology and Oceanography) Adjunct Instructor
Glendale Community College —Glendale, CA
- $88.03 - $99.96 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Wellness program
- AD&D insurance
On-Call Staff Paleontologist | Field Technician | Western United States
Chronicle Heritage —Phoenix, AZ
- $25 - $30 an hour
- On call
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
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Meierjurgen Faculty Fellow - Earth Sciences
University of Oregon —Eugene, OR
- Email
- Background check
- Residential
- University
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Paleontological/Archaeological Monitors
Chambers Group, Inc. —Los Angeles, CA
- Temporary
- Mid-level
- Office
- Master's degree
Postdoctoral Fellow- Biological Science- Jennifer McGuire
Georgia Tech —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Bachelor of Science
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Cultural Resources Field Monitor
FirstCarbon Solutions —Irvine, CA
- $25 - $35 an hour
- On call
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
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Research Technicians - Educational Development and Assessment
Villanova University —Villanova, PA
- $26.10 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- High school
- Teaching Certification
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
Assistant/Associate Professor, Anatomy
New York Institute of Technology —Old Westbury, NY
- $110,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Anatomy knowledge
- University
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Geology Instructor
City College of San Francisco —San Francisco, CA
- $2,163.36 - $3,302.80 a month
- Part-time
- Current TB test
- English
- Mid-level
Museum Educator
Ghost Ranch Education and Retreat Center —Abiquiu, NM
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Presentation skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Anthropology Instructor
Riverside Community College District —Riverside, CA
- $67.14 - $77.55 an hour
- Part-time
- Laboratory
- Classroom
- Mid-level
First Grade Teacher (Part-Time)
Christine Santos LLC —Holbrook, NY
- $75 an hour
- Contract
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
Quick Apply

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Paleontology Collection Manager

University of Nebraska -
Lincoln, NE

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Job Details

Full-time
From $51,000 a year

Qualifications

Archival material cataloging
Collection development
Staff supervision
Exhibit development experience
Confidential information handling
Management
Packing
Exhibition planning
Object cataloging for curation
Driver's License
Curatorial analysis
Museum database software
Productivity software
Public permit project coordination
Conservation and preservation (curatorial skill)
Metadata management
Metadata creation

Full Job Description

Principal responsibilities are organization, management, preservation, conservation, and supervision of use of paleontological specimens in the collections of the UNSM Paleontology Department, including the Invertebrate Paleontology and Vertebrate Paleontology Divisions. This position also maintains archives related to the collections and other important documents. Responsibilities include maintenance of the Paleontology databases and collection digitization – photography, data records, archived catalogues, field notebooks, and additional metadata (provenance, identifications, etc.). Duties include monitoring the storage environment and security, monitoring for pests and taking appropriate pest management actions, conducting object condition reports, coordinating incoming and outgoing loans, and processing new acquisitions.

This position assists and supervises visiting researchers, trains and supervises collection volunteers, UNL student interns, student employees, nonstudent employees and other users of the collections in collaboration with paleontology staff and curators to ensure proper maintenance of collections. An additional set of responsibilities centers on supporting the museum’s public education mission by assisting with exhibit curation (selection of objects, drafting text, installing/de-installing exhibit objects), assisting with educational programs as a content expert and speaker, and contributing to the museum’s digital presence by providing content for social media posts and website.

As an EO employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/

Minimum Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in Paleontology, geology, earth sciences, museum studies or related field and 3 years’ experience in managing museum collections, including knowledge of professional practices in object care, documentation, loans, exhibitions, packing and shipping; additional years of completed relevant education may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
Working knowledge of databases and standard MS office software proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Supervisory experience.
Knowledge of and past experience in securing federal or state permits to comply with federal Paleontological Resources Preservation Act (PRPA) and relevant state laws.
Museum collections management skills.
Knowledge of professional practices in object care, object reports, archives and other documentation, loans, exhibitions, packing and shipping.
Knowledge of taxonomic principles.
Ability to follow policies and procedures regarding sensitive data and maintain confidentiality.
Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

PHD in Paleontology, geology, earth sciences, museum studies or related field
Working knowledge of Specify and Filemaker Pro databases.
Experience working with paleontology field crews and communities.
Knowledge of Native American Graves and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) and its relevance to archaeological and adjoining paleontological sites.
Demonstrated experience writing exhibit text, exhibit curation; or experience collaborating with educators as a content expert and providing appropriate text or references for curriculum
Experience working with undergraduate students or graduate students.
Experience supporting faculty and curator research needs.

Posted Salary $51,000/yr. minimum

How to Apply

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Paleontology Collection Manager

BCAS - Renewable Contract Research Assistant Professor and Curator of Paleontology

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Research Assistant I - Geology

Postdoctoral Associate- Stable Isotope Sciences

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On-Call Staff Paleontologist | Field Technician | Western United States

Meierjurgen Faculty Fellow - Earth Sciences

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Postdoctoral Fellow- Biological Science- Jennifer McGuire

Cultural Resources Field Monitor

Research Technicians - Educational Development and Assessment

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Geology Instructor

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First Grade Teacher (Part-Time)

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