Florida International University Department of Biological Sciences Curator Wertheim Conservatory
We are seeking a capable and motivated individual to manage the Wertheim Conservatory. This individual should enjoy working with both plants and people. The new curator will work with FIU botanists to develop the Conservatory as a valued resource for teaching, research, and botanical enjoyment, as well as to oversee the research greenhouse and plant collections on campus grounds. We would like someone with energy and vision to help us solve problems and develop new approaches to care and use of these facilities. The curator should have botanical and horticultural expertise that will facilitate maintaining and developing our living plant collections. The successful candidate will also participate in administrative planning, programming, and public relations for the Conservatory, coordinate teaching, research and public outreach activities, and maintain a database on significant campus plants. Qualifications: BS, MS, or PhD degree in appropriate area of specialization. Experience in managing a similar facility is desirable. Must have a license to handle pesticides, or obtain one within 6 months of hiring. Salary commensurate with experience. Florida International University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of diversity among its faculty, staff, and students. Applications should be submitted via www.fiujobs.org, re/ position number 34512. Closing date for applications: 20 November 2007.
