Research Zoologist
Department of Invertebrate Zoology
National Museum of Natural History
Smithsonian Institution
The Smithsonian¹s National Museum of Natural History seeks a zoologist to
conduct an integrative, collections-based research program in invertebrate
systematics exclusive of hexapods, myriapods, and arachnids. Fit with
existing strengths of the department¹s collections is desirable but not
essential. The successful candidate is expected to implement current
methods in, e.g., phylogenetics, molecular genetics, anatomy, fine
structure, karyology, and developmental biology, in pursuing a research
focus in one or more of the following: systematics, taxonomy, morphology,
evolution, biogeography, and conservation. Frequent publication in
peer-reviewed journals and curation of collections in specialty area is
expected, as well as participation in the scientific community in a manner
commensurate with emerging leadership in the area of specialty.
This position is a full-time, four-year term appointment, and will be filled
at the GS-12 level (salary range of $65,048-$84,559 per year, commensurate
with experience); US citizenship required. Completed applications must be
mailed to Smithsonian Institution, Office of Human Resources, P.O. Box
50638-0638, Washington, D.C. 20091 and must include (1) complete CV
including list of all professional publications and all extramural grants
received with agencies, funding periods and amounts; (2) one set of selected
publications; (3) list of at least 5 individuals from whom letters of
professional evaluation may be sought; and (4) cover letter specifically
addressing the selective and quality ranking factors that appear in the
announcement. For copy of the actual vacancy announcement, see:
www.sihr.si.edu. Applications must be received by Jan 9, 2007 and must
reference announce-ment number 07CR-7020. For application procedures, call
(202) 275-1102 or (202) 275-1100 TTY).
The Smithsonian Institution is an Equal Opportunity Employer
NB: US Citizenship Required
