Natural History Technician X2

2 weeks ago


Wellington City, New Zealand Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa Full time

**Job Description***:Natural History Collection Technicians**
Te Papa is looking for two suitably qualified Natural History Technicians to contribute to a 12 month project to document and image botanical collection specimens.

The Te Papa Natural History team develop, care for, and research collections of plants and animals, documenting and scientifically describing the biodiversity of Aotearoa New Zealand, understanding its evolutionary history, and providing the foundations for its protection. Through exhibitions, publications, public programmes and learning programmes, we also strengthen public understanding of te taiao, the natural environment.

The Natural History Technician's work will include tasks such as:

- processing and preparing specimens for the collection
- registering and documenting specimens
- handling and storage of specimens
- are methodical and have orderly work habits, delivering to assigned tasks and timelines
- are able to work independently and effectively on repetitive tasks.
- are willing and able to work co-operatively and contribute positively in a team
- are physically fit and able to handle and lift heavy or awkward specimens or materials.

Applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Prior to Te Papa confirming any offer of employment, pre-employment checks will be undertaken including criminal conviction history and reference checking with your current employer as a minimum.

The position description provides further information about the role.
- To apply, please provide a cover letter describing how your skills, background and experience fit with this role and a copy of your CV outlining relevant training and work experience_



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