Curator, Mineralogy section
2090-CMN-24-OC-057
Research and Collections department
CUR01 - $82,967 to $103,707 per year
Permanent full-time position (37.5 hours per week)
Work Location
Natural Heritage Campus (NHC) - Gatineau, QC
Closing Date
January 31, 2025
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About the position
The Curator is responsible for the effective management of the collections and subcollections of the Mineralogy Section and other contracted collections care, if applicable. The Curator works with staff of the Mineralogy Section on the development of the collections. The Curator is responsible for ensuring maximum long-term value of the Mineralogy collections for Canada and to contribute to corporate objectives of the Museum. As part of the responsibility to develop and display portions of the collections, the Curator is expected to cultivate external working relationships with museum curators, collectors, dealers, and potential patrons who may support the Museum’s acquisition of material or the displaying of portions of the collection for public knowledge, education, and inspiration. The Curator may spend up to 20% of their time on scholarly activities, which includes conceiving, planning, conducting, and disseminating original scientific research within their area of expertise relevant to the mandate of the CMN and the objectives of the Research & Collections Division
NOTE: The Museum has a formal promotion process for Curators that allows them to advance in their career path based on their achievements.
Working at the museum means:
- Contributing to an engaging mission as well as exciting projects and challenges
- An inclusive, friendly and safe work environment
- A competitive salary established by collective agreements
- Access to federal public service group insurance and pension plans
Eligibility criteria
This position is open to all Employees of the Canadian Museum of Nature and any members of the public who meet the qualifications below.
*Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Education and training:
A PhD with a concentration or emphasis in mineralogy or petrology and some experience in working with diverse mineral groups and species in a museum or scientific environment;
OR
A M.Sc. with a concentration or emphasis in mineralogy or petrology with at least 3 years of experience in working with diverse mineral groups and species in a museum or scientific environment;
OR
A demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Language requirements:
English and French are essential
Bilingual non-imperative: BBB/BBB
Experience:
- Experience working with and/or developing mineralogy/geology collections (i.e. expert identification and classification of mineral specimens (including identification of a diverse number of common mineral species by sight), systematic organization, data entry, etc.).
- Experience in cataloguing and digitizing specimen records in natural history or scientific collection databases.
- Experience in working with minerals, including preservation/conservation, destructive sampling techniques, safe handling and care.
- Experience with geo-informatics and the use of data management systems.
- Experience with analytical techniques and data interpretation required for mineral identification and characterization. Relevant techniques could include: X-ray diffraction, electron microscopy/probe, or Infrared/Raman spectroscopy.
- Experience with setting and managing budgets.
- Experience in the supervision and management of staff.
- Experience in planning, managing and executing projects or work programs.
- Experience using a variety of office software including word processing and presentation applications; spreadsheets; databases; and electronic mail.
- Experience interacting with the public in various formats, such as group/class presentations, meet-the-expert events, and collection tours.
The following experience will be considered an asset:
- Experience in handling requests for loans and acquisitions of mineralogy specimens.
- Experience in mineral acquisitions, including specimen valuation and safe shipment requirements;
- Experience conducting independent research in Earth Sciences.
- Publication record and/or conference presentations.
- Involvement in professional organizations relevant to the position.
- Experience in training students and other employees.
- Experience in fundraising.
- Experience in interacting with mineral dealers / potential mineral donors for the purposes of collections care and development.
- Other relevant study or work experience in natural sciences, museum studies, or related fields.
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The Canadian Museum of Nature is committed to inclusive and barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If you are invited to participate in the selection process, we encourage you to advise us of any accommodation you may require. This information will be treated as confidential.
The Statement of Qualifications, providing greater detail about the skills, knowledge and aptitudes needed for this role, can be obtained by contacting the Museum at competition@nature.ca.
All candidates must submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae outlining how their experience and training meet the requirements listed above.
Send your application by filling in the application form where you can upload your cover letter, curriculum vitae and any other required documents.
