Research Scientist (Ornithology)

[Fritz, Uwe]

The Natural History State Collections Dresden (Staatliche Naturhistorische
Sammlungen Dresden, SNSD) are seeking a research scientist in the field of
ornithology to work at the Museum of Zoology. The position is available
immediately and will run until at least December 31, 2007.

Responsibilities:
        -       Research, and presentation and publication of results
        -       Management of the ornithological collections, including
caring for its contents and other necessary related activities
        -       Development and expansion of the collections
        -       Collaboration with other departments in the Museum of
Zoology, especially in relation to problem management and conceptualization
as its relates to the museum as a whole
        -       Training of both research staff and students
        -       Public relations, including the designing of displays within
the museum and the organization of scientific meetings
        -       Administration, development, and expansion of the
ornithological collections

Qualifications:
        -       PhD degree (or the equivalent) in one or more of the
following disciplines: taxonomy / systematics, evolutionary biology /
phylogenetics, zoogeography / zoology, or avian morphology
        -       Proven publication record in the field of ornithology
        -       Experience with the use and management of museum collections
        -       Experience in directing and coordinating the activities of
the collection personnel
        -       Good language skills in English, both written and spoken

The Natural History State Collections Dresden are an institution with a rich
history dating back to 1728. The Dresden Museum of Zoology combines both an
important zoological collection comprising about six million objects
(including name bearing type specimens of about 13 500 taxa) with a modern
research environment. The ornithological collections themselves contain over
150 000 objects, including many type specimens. The research infrastructure
at the Museum includes a fully-equipped molecular laboratory, a scanning
electron microscope, and X-ray equipment, all of which are available for use
by the successful candidate for their research.

The State Natural History Museum is an equal opportunity employer and
encourages applications from women and handicapped individuals.

All applications should be sent c/o the head office of the SNSD by December
23, 2005 (postmark). Please do not send applications by e-mail:
                Head Office / Direktion
                Staatliche Naturhistorische Sammlungen Dresden
                Koenigsbruecker Landstr. 159
                D-01109 Dresden
                Germany