Research Assistant | American Museum Of Natural History Job at American Museum Of Natural History, New York, NY

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  • American Museum Of Natural History
  • New York, NY

Job Description

American Museum Of Natural History

Research Assistant

The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition.

The Division of Paleontology (Invertebrates) is seeking a full-time Research Assistant to assist with activities in support of a collaborative research project investigating biogeography, turnover and evolutionary dynamics of the Late Ordovician mass extinction. This is a one-year, term-limited position.

Job duties include:
  • Assist with research goals of the grant, including data collection/entry/analysis and manuscript preparation.
  • Assist with acquisition (field work), curation and imaging of fossil invertebrate specimens in support of research and outreach goals.
  • Assist with outreach programming and dissemination goals of the grant, including content and platform development and conference attendance.

The expected salary range for the Research Assistant is $52,000/annual - $55,000/annual. The AMNH offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community.


Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization and depth and scope of experience.





Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Earth science, geology, evolutionary biology or another related field.




Preferred Qualifications:

  • Interest and/or past experience in research of fossil arthropods, paleontological fieldwork, and/or informal education.



To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link:



The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions. Since its founding in 1869, the Museum has advanced its global mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition. The Museum is renowned for its exhibitions and scientific collections, which serve as a field guide to the entire planet and present a panorama of the world's cultures.

The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law.



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About American Museum Of Natural History

Since its founding in 1869, the Museum has advanced its global mission to discover, interpret, and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education, and exhibition.The Museum is renowned for its exhibitions and scientific collections, which serve as a field guide to the entire planet and present a panorama of the world's cultures.

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