The Australian Museum (AM) operates within the NSW Department of Planning and Environment and was founded in 1827 as the first museum in Australia. 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’s purpose is to make nature, Indigenous cultures & science accessible and relevant to everyone.
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The AM supports a diverse workforce and promotes applications from First Nations and Torres Strait Islander people. People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, the Australian Museum will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
About the role
To increase the impact of science at the Australian Museum by undertaking technical work supporting the Curator, Amphibian & Reptile Conservation Biology in managing the research infrastructure represented by the Herpetology Collection. Taxonomic and systematic knowledge of Herpetology is an advantage.
Essential Requirements
As the successful candidate, you will demonstrate
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BSc or BSc (Hons) preferred, TAFE qualifications, or equivalent Herpetology collection management experience. Demonstrated experience in identification, taxonomy and or systematics is desirable.
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Demonstrated capacity to support the team in the maintenance of the collection (including data-basing and curation), field collecting and assisting in Herpetological research.
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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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