Collections manager - school of earth, environment, and sustainability

The School of Earth, Environment, and Sustainability is seeking a Collections Manager. The Collections Manager is responsible for the care and management of the University of Iowa Paleontology Repository, a research collection of nearly two million fossils with a strong focus on Paleozoic invertebrates. This position coordinates access to the collections for research, teaching and public engagement, facilitation and management of incoming and outgoing research loans, and training and supervision of student interns in collections-related work. The role also assists SEES faculty and students with additional types of research-related collections as necessary. This position not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. Position is 100% onsite.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop educational resources, support exhibitions, provide tours, and participate in outreach and instructional activities.
• Facilitate access to collections and support research, teaching, and scholarly activities utilizing repository resources.
• Oversee repository operations, including policy implementation, program administration, and supervision of student employees, interns, and volunteers.
• Respond to stakeholder inquiries, maintain communication channels, and serve as a liaison with external organizations and partners.
• Coordinate acquisitions and manage incoming and outgoing specimen loans in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain collection inventories, databases, catalogs, accession records, and documentation to ensure accurate and accessible collection information.
• Maintain, organize, and preserve repository collections through appropriate storage, conservation, and environmental management practices.

For a full job description or questions about this position, please send an email to libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu.

Education Required

Master’s degree in Earth Sciences or undergraduate degree in Earth Sciences and a Master’s degree in Museum Studies.

Required Qualifications

At least one year of applicable experience; relevant graduate work may be counted toward this requirement.

Desired Qualifications

PhD in Earth Sciences, Museum Studies or a related field. Experience working in biodiversity collections management, preferably paleontology.

Position and Application Details

For additional job details and to apply please visit https://jobs.uiowa.edu/ and access requisition #26005239. Pay Level 4A In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission. Resume Cover Letter Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact: libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu.

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