Paleontology Research Assistant

Description

Job Summary

The Paleontology Research Assistant will organize, catalogue and compare microfossils from the Sheriden Cave collection housed at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

·         Go through the collection and separate out all microfossils.

·         Create a new subset of the database to track microfossil material.

·         Determine what has been identified and what still needs to be identified.

·         Rehouse specimens as needed.

·         Identify mammal fossils.

·         Regularly report findings and liaise with other team members.

·         Participate in the Museum’s professional development and training programs related to the project.

·         Create science communication content to disseminate findings and engage with community partners in the future.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program with some independent research experience, preferably using excel databases as well as handling and/or identifying mammal bones.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

·         Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.

·         Strong attention to detail.

·         Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

·         Effective oral and written communication skills.

Working Conditions

This position will conduct indoor research activities that may occasionally require physical effort. This position may require sitting, walking, standing, and reaching including stooping, kneeling, and crouching. Must be able to perform the essential functions of this role with or without reasonable accommodation.

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, ADA EMPLOYER and a SUBSTANCE-FREE WORKPLACE

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity by phone at 216.368.3066 or by email at equity@case.edu. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.