Job Title: Director of Science

Job Title: Director of Science

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History is seeking exceptional candidates for the position of Director of Science.
Responsibilities:

As head of the Collections and Research Division, the Director of Science is responsible for leadership and management of an active and diverse research program that includes eleven Curatorial Departments (Archaeology, Botany, Cultural Anthropology, Invertebrate Paleontology, Invertebrate Zoology, Mineralogy, Ornithology, Paleobotany, Physical Anthropology, Vertebrate Paleontology and Vertebrate Zoology), the Registrar’s Office, the Museum Library, and the Archives Department; as well as oversight of the Museum’s world-class collections containing more than five million artifacts and specimens. The Director of Science will also be part of the leadership team responsible for planning the long-term strategy and direction of the Museum as we begin a major project of expansion and renovation.
Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in a field of science related to the Museum’s mission, an outstanding program of scientific research, a successful record of grant writing and fundraising, significant experience in museum curation, demonstrated ability to lead a dynamic team of researchers, experience in program management, and passion for science education and outreach.

To apply, submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information of three references to Interim Director of Science, Brian G. Redmond, Ph.D. at bredmond@cmnh.org. Screening of applicants will begin on November 15, 2010 and continue until the position is filled.

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http://www.cmnh.org/site/AboutUs/CareerOpportunities/DirectorOfScience.aspx