Museum Curator - Higher Ed. jobs in Durham, NC

Museum Curator - Higher Ed. determines the level of care for the museum's entire collection. Evaluates and catalogs new collections according to department and library procedures. Being a Museum Curator - Higher Ed. maintains the environment and security of the collection storage and facilitates research use of collections. Contacts benefactors and writes grant proposals to increase museum funding. Additionally, Museum Curator - Higher Ed. requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Museum Curator - Higher Ed. manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Museum Curator - Higher Ed. typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Curator of the Seed Collection
  • Plant Delights Nursery, Inc.
  • Raleigh, NC FULL_TIME
  • Plant Delights Nursery/Juniper Level Botanic Garden has one of the most diverse collections of unusual and rare plants in the world. As a private 28-acre botanic garden and plant research facility, we focus on ex-situ plant conservation, plant exploration, breeding, and propagation. We are a family-owned company with a mission to support research, education, and the exploration of plants through the sales of unique perennial plants. We offer a casual dress code, a diverse staff, and a friendly working environment.

    Job Description

    The Seed Curator will be responsible for collecting, processing, and organizing seed and spore collections across the garden. This position is largely independent in day to day tasks, but will work with all other departments to make sure seed needs are being met as well as maintain all seed collection data.

    Job Responsibilities:

    Curation of the seed and spore collection 

    • Collect and clean seed, spore, and specialty crosses from JLBG and research/trial areas.
    • Deadhead and remove unwanted seeds as needed
    • Curate and store seed and spore collection for appropriate use.
    • Inventory plants during collection and scouting activities.
    • Update plant locations within beds as well as inaccurate bed locations.
    • Create lists of broken or missing tags for taxonomist and plant records assistant.
    • Coordinate with garden crew about collections and cutbacks.
    • Coordinate with research about collections.
    • Coordinate with nursery about seeds they need for sales and specialty plants.
    • Clean fermented seeds-take directly to prop or sterilize and prep for storage.
    • Organize seed storage room and maintain all necessary supplies. 

    Database management/data entry 

    • Enter collection dates and field codes for plants marked for seed collection and plant inventories.
    • Track seeds that are checked in and out of the seed refrigerator.
    • Test plants for nematodes and communicate the results to appropriate IPM manager as well as entry of results into the database. 

    Staffing/Personnel 

    • Lead volunteers and garden crew in seed processing best practices.
    • Coordinate schedules with volunteers dedicated to seed processing.

     Pest control 

    • Report any potential pest issues to the appropriate manager.
    • Collect, prep, test samples for foliar nematodes.
    • Sterilize seeds that have or potentially have nematodes 

    Open House 

    • Collaborate with garden staff to set up and break down open house infrastructure.
    • Work as informative garden staff during open house weekends. 

    Index seminum and sales 

    • Coordinate with JCRA staff for the Index Seminum and create the JLBG seed lists, organize volunteers and supplies, work with the shipping department to mail seeds to seminum recipients.
    • Coordinate with the JLBG director to establish a wholesale seed sale program and manage the details of the program via coordination with the interested buyers, development of availability lists, etc.
    • Coordinate with the appropriate members of NARGS, Hardy Fern Foundation, etc. for donation of seed and spore material for exchanges. 

    Communication 

    • Daily morning meetings with the garden staff to communicate the projects of the day as well as coordinate cutback/collection activities.
    • Weekly meeting with taxonomy staff and JLBG director to communicate inventory progress, needs, input on what taxa we collect, and any other appropriate details of the position’s responsibility.
    • Request and receive weekly updates of plants removed from the garden from the garden taxonomist.
    • Create and edit documents including How to: Seeds, Seed Cleaning Protocols/Best Practices, Seed Collection and Processing Methods. 

    Other duties as needed 

    • A successful candidate should be flexible and able to assume duties as needed due to staff shortages or unexpected and evolving issues.

    Benefits:

    • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Company-Matching Simple IRA
    • Paid Public Holidays
    • PTO and Vacation days

    Qualifications

    Formal education in a plant science/horticulture-related field and/or extensive experience in horticulture, particularly public garden management is preferred. Applicants with the following qualifications will be strongly considered:

    • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite preferred
    • Effective communication skills
    • Self-motivated
    • Experience with database management
    • Ability to work in all weather conditions

    Standard Business Hours: Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm eight open nursery and garden sales weekends each year

    Send cover letter and resume with a detailed description of work history along with 3 professional references. jobs@plantdelights.com

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  • Follett Higher Education
  • Kinston, NC FULL_TIME
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DEPUTY DIR, MUSEUM OF ART
  • Duke
  • Durham, NC FULL_TIME
  • Duke University: Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham,...
  • 1 Month Ago

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DEPUTY DIR, MUSEUM OF ART
  • Duke University
  • Durham, NC FULL_TIME
  • Duke University: Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham,...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Higher Education BI Analyst
  • northcarolina
  • Raleigh, NC FULL_TIME
  • The Business Intelligence Analyst (IT Business Intelligence/Data Analyst II) will support the UNC Enterprise Data Office by providing data services, facilitation of cross-functional data requests, adm...
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Project Manager - Higher Education
  • LS3P
  • Raleigh, NC FULL_TIME
  • Our vision is simple. In our commitment to the Southeast, we create architecture that enriches community through a culture of design excellence and expertise, innovation and collaborative engagement. ...
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CORE LAB GENERALIST - Med Tech or MT or Medical Laboratory Scientist or MLS or Medical Laboratory Tech or MLT (2nd shift)
  • K.A. Recruiting, Inc.
  • Durham, NC
  • This world-class, Level I Trauma, 300-bed hospital is looking for a MT/MLS or MLT to work the 2nd shift (Monday-Friday: ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nursing Care Asst I/health Unit Coord
  • Duke University
  • Durham, NC
  • Duke University Hospital Duke University Hospital is consistently rated as one of the best in the United States and is k...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nursing Care Asst/health Unit Coord
  • Duke University
  • Durham, NC
  • Duke University Hospital Duke University Hospital is consistently rated as one of the best in the United States and is k...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Teachers (FT&PT)
  • The Learning Experience
  • Durham, NC
  • Responsibilities Use a growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning Create a safe, nurturing env...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Emergency Services Team Specialist
  • WolfSpeed Inc.
  • Durham, NC
  • At Wolfspeed, we do amazing things in a human way. We know that the achievements of our organization are due to the pass...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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AIG High School Specialist (3 Positions Available)
  • Durham Public Schools
  • Durham, NC
  • Must hold or be eligible to hold a valid North Carolina Professional Educator's License in the subject/area of assignmen...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Nurse PRN - Oncology Treatment Center Durham, NC
  • Duke University
  • Durham, NC
  • At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones,...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CDL Independent Contractor
  • Paschall Truck Lines, Inc.
  • Durham, NC
  • Owner Operators - Earn as much as $150,000/yr! As a 100% employee owned trucking company, we understand what it means to...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

Durham is a city in and the county seat of Durham County in the U.S. state of North Carolina. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated the city's population to be 251,893 as of July 1, 2014, making it the 4th-most populous city in North Carolina, and the 78th-most populous city in the United States. Durham is the core of the four-county Durham-Chapel Hill Metropolitan Area, which has a population of 542,710 as of U.S. Census 2014 Population Estimates. The US Office of Management and Budget also includes Durham as a part of the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Combined Statistical Area, which has a populatio...
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Income Estimation for Museum Curator - Higher Ed. jobs
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Durham, North Carolina area prices
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