Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales, Florida, is seeking a qualified candidate to fulfill the position of Rare Plant Curator. This is a full-time, grant-funded, professional position responsible for curation and day-to-day operations of the National Collection. The National Collection is part of a multi-faceted program directed by the Conservation Program Manager to study and conserve the rare plants of Florida. Rare Plant Curator duties include augmentation, accessions, record keeping, maintaining and updating databases, maintenance of the National Collection growing beds, research on collection species and community education. The Curator also serves as a Bok Tower Gardens representative and networking liason with CPC, Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI), National Center for Germplasm Resources Preservation NCGRP), federal, state, regional, local and NGO conservation partners. Additional position information and application forms can be found at https://boktowergardens.org/get-involved/job-opportunities/ Position will be open until filled.
Inquiries and applications can be sent to Rose Young, Human Resources Officer: ryo...@boktower.org. Applications are to include a cover letter and current CV. Bok Tower Gardens is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer.
