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Research Technician: Mollusc Collections
Research Technician: Mollusc CollectionsKwaZulu-Natal Museum • ZA
Research Technician : Mollusc Collections

Research Technician : Mollusc Collections

KwaZulu-Natal Museum • ZA
9 days ago
Job description

Job Location : , KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Application Deadline : January 26, 2026

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Augment and maintain mollusc collections.
  • Respond to loan requests and manage loans.
  • Assess needs of the Department of Natural Sciences (DNS) and assist with the development of annual budget.
  • Procure curatorial materials.
  • Assist curatorial staff with field research.
  • Maintain exhibits mounted by DNS.
  • Assist with training and supervision of DNS assistants.
  • Assist DNS and visiting researchers.
  • Assist with DNS and Museum outreach programmes.

REQUIREMENTS :

  • Minimum of Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology or related natural sciences field.
  • A valid driver’s license (minimum Code B).
  • Knowledge of relevant collection management procedures, and protocols of curation.
  • A good working knowledge of zoological diversity and classification, particularly relating to the molluscs of southern Africa.
  • Experience in zoological collection management, collections database software and working with molluscs would be an advantage.
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