Open Position - Full Curator position for the Field Museum's Director of the Integrated Research Center

The Field Museum seeks a dynamic leader and researcher with museum experience to serve as Director of its Integrative Research Center and Full Curator.

About the role

The Field Museum is one of the world's leading natural history museums with globally important research in Natural History, including Anthropology, Botany, Geology, and Zoology. The Integrative Research Center (IRC) is comprised of the curatorial staff and the Museum's interdisciplinary laboratory facilities, including the Pritzker Laboratory for Molecular Systematics and Evolution, an Elemental Analysis Facility, a Scanning Electron Microscopy Lab, and Fossil Preparation Facilities and associated staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the scientific research and collections management activities of the IRC
• Develop and implement strategies for integrating research across disciplines within the IRC
• Collaborate with other departments within the Museum to ensure the successful integration of research and education
• Manage the IRC budget and resources
• Represent the Museum at external conferences and events
• Supervise and mentor the IRC staff

Requirements

• PhD in a relevant field (Anthropology, Botany, Geology, Zoology, or related)
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience
• Experience in managing large-scale research projects
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and manage interdisciplinary teams
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders and communities
• Knowledge of best practices in research ethics and compliance
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with external partners and funding agencies

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

The Field Museum offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $150,000 - $180,000 annually.

Schedule

The Director of the Integrative Research Center will work a standard Monday through Friday schedule.