Senior Research Scientist

The Ohio State University

Columbus, OH, US
Base: $48,213.00 annually; bonus/equity: not speci...
Manage and grow scientific rock repository
Oversee daily operations and cataloging
Maintain databases and website development
The role involves curating the national United States Rock Repository (USPRR) which provides immediate on-line access to terrestrial rock sample metadata

Job Summary

  • The role involves curating the national United States Rock Repository (USPRR) which provides immediate on-line access to terrestrial rock sample metadata.
  • The curator is responsible for overseeing sample distribution issues including requests, decisions, and loans to museums, schools, and researchers worldwide.
  • This position requires developing educational outreach initiatives and securing funding through successful research and infrastructure proposals.

Matching Summary

The role involves curating the national United States Rock Repository (USPRR) which provides immediate on-line access to terrestrial rock sample metadata.

Salary

Base: $48,213.00 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • manage and grow scientific rock repository
  • oversee daily operations and cataloging
  • maintain databases and website development
  • liaise with National Science Foundation
  • develop research and infrastructure proposals

Nice-to-have

  • experience building educational outreach programs
  • expanding collections through donations
  • providing broad access to scientific collections
  • online platform engagement experience

Key Requirements

  • Doctoral degree in Earth Sciences
  • Demonstrated ability to manage scientific repositories
  • Experience serving as liaison with funding agencies

Work Rights

Not specified

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