[Plsugs] JOB at Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

[Tanya Quist]

Conservation Research Scientist

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Founded in 1952, the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is a world-renowned zoo,
botanical garden, and conservation non-profit. The Museum is currently
seeking a Conservation Research Scientist. This regular/full-time position
is responsible for organizing, conducting, and

coordinating supervisor approved research/conservation projects on
organismal biology, plant systematics, distribution, evolution, and the
general ecology & natural history of the Sonoran Desert Region. Duties
include: developing and undertaking original research programs in areas

of expertise; writing grant proposals and fundraising for projects and
research & conservation activities; and publishing in scientific,
peer-reviewed journals, popular magazines, and other media. Additional
responsibilities include: providing guidance and answering questions from

ASDM staff, docents, volunteers and from the public on both sides of the
border, contributing to the scientific accuracy of ASDM interpretive &
public programs and publications, and promoting science & conservation in
the region among governmental and international agencies

as well as other governmental and non-governmental organizations. This
position requires a doctoral degree (PhD) in a field related to the
conservation of biological diversity, a minimum of five years experience in
research & conservation of the Sonoran Desert Region, and a minimum of five
years of diverse fundraising experience; or equivalent combination of
education and experience. Must have published records in scientific

and popular publications. Additional qualifications: Must be fluent in
written and spoken English, with good conversational-level Spanish, be able
to speak in public to both scientific and popular audiences, and be able to
travel throughout the region.

For an overview of current science and conservation programs please visit
the Center forSonoran Desert Studies section of our website:
http://www.desertmuseum.org/center/research.php 

Letters of interest with CVs and names of three references may be submitted:

* in person, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.,

* e-mailed to Human Resources, mailto:sduncan at desertmuseum.org (send
CV/cover letter

in PLAIN TEXT only; we cannot accept attached documents)

* faxed to (520) 883-2500, or

* mailed to Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, 2021 N. Kinney Road, Tucson,
Arizona

85743.

The Museum requires drug screening as part of the hiring process. The Museum
participates in

E-Verify. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position was opened on March 11, 2011 and will remain open until filled.

 

 

 

 

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