Technical Officer Rehousing – Entomology And Arachnology
About the Australian Museum
The Australian Museum (AM) operates within the NSW Department of Premier and Cabinet, is the first museum in Australia?and was founded in 1827. The AM provides access, engagement and scientific research to increase our understanding of natural history and culture, particularly of the Australasian region. The AM holds more than 21 million objects of biological, geological and cultural collections and develops programs, exhibitions and school and community education initiatives onsite, online and offsite.
The AM mission is: To ignite wonder, inspire debate and drive change.
The AM vision is: To be a leading voice for the richness of life, the Earth and culture in Australia and the Pacific. We commit to transform the conversation around climate change, the environment and wildlife conservation; be a strong advocate for First Nations’ culture; and continue to develop world-leading science, collections, exhibitions and education programs.
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The AM supports a diverse workforce and promotes applications from First Nation and Torres Strait Islander people. People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, Australian Museum will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
About the Role
To increase the impact of scientific and cultural collections of the Australian Museum by undertaking a major move of the Australian Museum Entomology collection. These positions will work closely with collection staff, barcoding staff, and the EMu team, under the direction of the relevant Collection Manager.
Essential requirements
- At minimum, TAFE qualifications in relevant field, or equivalent experience in working with natural science collections and/or cultural collections.
Knowledge and Experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of discipline relevant nomenclature and classification procedures and experience in identification, taxonomy and or systematics in one of the identified disciplines.
- Demonstrated basic capacity to support the team in the maintenance and curation of the collection including the ability to handle fragile specimens/objects and labels and experience in, or willingness to handle chemicals, including ethanol and formalin according to WH&S procedures.
- Demonstrated basic knowledge and understanding of the application of Work Health and Safety (WH&S) legislation and regulations.
- Adequate knowledge and experience in order to deliver the Key Accountabilities and perform to the Focus Capabilities outlined in the relevant Role Description.
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