Digitization Manager

The Digitization Manager will work under the direct supervision of the Director of Collections and work closely with HUH’s IT team and curatorial staff.

Position Description

The Digitization Manager will be responsible for supervision and training of digitization staff and manage all regular project operations of the digitization such as organizing and coordinating of the project workflows, ensuring that digitization protocols are in place and met, and aggregating and making accessible online specimen metadata. The Digitization Manager will provide data quality control, analytics of data, and coordinate and deliver progress reports. The Digitization Manager will work closely with partner institutions from collaborating herbaria, serve as a liaison to iDigBio in digitization activities, and participate in regular meetings and workshops. This position will also involve databasing that includes full data capture, minimal data capture or skeletal data capture, relevant to the task at hand. This role will image specimens using a variety of equipment and software. The Digitization Manager will also add georeference data of specimens and update specimen records in database. General curatorial tasks will include sorting and filing specimens as well as minor repairs to ensure that the Herbaria collections are curated and cared for properly.

Basic Qualifications

Master’s degree in Biology, Museum Studies, Anthropology, or related field; 5+ years of related experience. Education may count towards experience.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Advanced degree preferred. Knowledge of biodiversity informatics, digital resource management, specimen digitization, databasing, and georeferencing in natural history museums, Extensive knowledge and experience in biodiversity data science, standards (e.g., Darwin Core), digitization best practices, specimen imaging, image processing and submission, access and use of SQL databases, comprehensive management and quality control for images, occurrence data, workflows, interfaces, and publishing occurrence data. Strong and outgoing interpersonal communication skills with the ability to lead a team. Excellent verbal and written communication, incl. writing technical reports. Proficiency with computer software (e.g., Word, Excel, Photoshop). Good judgment, analytical thought, attention to detail, creative, high level of organization, and innovation in solving problems that occur day to day.

Working Conditions

COVID Vaccine Policy: The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated (primary series) against COVID, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Information. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/.

Additional Information

In order to be considered for this position, a cover letter and resume must be submitted.

***All formal written offers will be made by FAS HR.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

The Harvard University Herbaria (HUH) include six collections and more than five million specimens of algae, bryophytes, fungi, and vascular plants. Together they form one of the largest university herbarium collections in the world and the fourth largest herbarium in the United States. With their state-of-the-art research laboratories and world-class libraries, the HUH has been a centerpiece of biodiversity science since the early 1800s.

Curator of Mycology at the New York State Museum

Please see job posting below for a Curator of Mycology at the New York State Museum in Albany, NY. Questions regarding the position can be sent to Dr. Robert Feranec, Director of Research & Collections (robert.feranec@nysed.gov). Current deadline for applications is January 20, 2023.

A link to this post can be found here: http://www.nysed.gov/hr/employment/museum-scientist-3-1670354836

The New York State Museum was established in 1836 and is the largest and oldest State Museum in the country. The New York State Museum currently has over 16 million scientific objects and specimens and over one million cultural objects in its collections. The mycology collection was established during the museum’s beginnings and now has over 90,000 cataloged specimens that includes over 2,000 type specimens. This position will be within the Research & Collections Division of the State Museum (http://www.nysm.nysed.gov/research-collections).

Curator of Mycology, Museum Scientist 3, Grade 25 (PEF)
The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Cultural Education is seeking candidates for a Museum Scientist 3 position in the New York State Museum. Under the general direction of a Museum Scientist 4, the Museum Scientist 3 will serve as the designated curator of the State Museum’s mycology collection, perform and disseminate related research, supervise subordinate collections and research staff, and contribute to exhibition, public, and educational programming. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Curate the Museum’s Mycology (fungus) collection by building and maintaining the intellectual integrity of the collection, while expanding the Museum’s mycology collection holdings according to Museum and discipline standards, and ensuring proper physical care of these collections;
• Maintain a well-established program of laboratory and field research in mycology;
• Design specific research strategies and conduct research based on the mycology of New York that meets the highest professional standards and will include utilizing the established Mycology Collection;
• Develop grant and other funding proposals to extramural sources to solicit support for research, curatorial, and educational programs;
• Participate in exhibit development and planning, and prepare research findings and research reports for publication as peer-reviewed journal articles, technical reports, monographs, books, and professional presentations;
• Participate in the development and implementation of public and educational programs to meet the Museum’s internal and/or community-oriented goals, which includes the Museum’s Evolution and Ecology Workshop for teachers and administrators in K-12 institutions, and the production of educational documents as well as live, in-person and/or pre-recorded lectures and field trips; and
• Develop methods and carry out means of communicating research to the Museum’s diverse audiences, including outreach to groups not traditionally represented in museums.

Minimum Qualifications:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent non-competitive service as a Museum Scientist 3.
Non-Competitive Appointment: Candidates must have a Bachelor’s in Mycology or related field and four years of professional experience in Mycology OR a Master’s of Science (M.S) in Mycology or related field and three years of professional experience in Mycology OR a Ph.D. in Mycology or related field and one year of professional experience in Mycology.

Preferred Qualification:
Preference may be given to candidates who have:
• A Ph.D. in biology
• Research experience in mycology related to New York State
• Well-established analytical skills in biology
• A demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications in biology
• Experience working with archived/museum mycology collections
• Involvement in educational outreach
• Ability to fund research and collections care through grants and/or other sources

Conditions of Employment:
This will be a permanent non-competitive appointment. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of Degree will be required at the time of interview for all candidates.
* Leads to a maximum salary of $111,111 based on annual performance advances.

Application:
Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by January 20, 2023, to ocejobs@nysed.gov(link sends e-mail) (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (OCE-1313/28830) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.