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Position Summary The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH) seeks an Assistant/Associate/ Conservation Scientist to join a collaborative, cross-disciplinary team committed to the care, interpretation, and study of the museum’s diverse collection. This is a full-time position housed within the Conservation Department, where science is integrated into broader museum practice with a strong emphasis on curiosity, transparency, and shared responsibility. The Assistant/Associate/ Conservation Scientist …
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The Cleveland Museum of Art welcomes applications for the museum’s inaugural Eric and Jane Nord Conservation Scientist. This new role offers the opportunity to establish a groundbreaking conservation science program dedicated to the care, research, and interpretation of one of the world’s most significant museum collections. As the Museum’s first Eric and Jane Nord Conservation Scientist, the successful candidate is responsible for developing and leading the Museum’s conservation science progra…
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Posting Details Position Information Job Title Assistant Professor - Conservation Behavioral Ecology Posting Number P2282F Position Summary Information Job Description Summary The College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment at Auburn University invites applications for an interdepartmental Assistant Professor position to expand our teaching and research strengths in behavioral ecology. Auburn University is a land-grant university and is the leading institution for research and education in wi…
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Academic Level: Graduate, Conservation Supervisor: Conservator Department: Paintings Conservation Dates of Fellowship: ASAP Term: 1 year, potentially renewable for a second year Position Description The Conservation Department at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH), invites applications for a Paintings Conservation Fellow. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to work within a fast-paced and dynamic environment, treating a wide range of Modern and Contemporary paintings comprehens…
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Morse Fellowship for Advanced Training in Paper Conservation
Roxbury Crossing, Suffolk County
2025-11-27T18:48:05Z
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The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston seeks applicants for the Claire W. and Richard P. Morse Fellowship for Advanced Training in Conservation of Works of Art on Paper. This two-year appointment begins in fall 2026 and may be extended for a third year. Position Overview: Under the general direction of the Head of Paper Conservation: • Assist in the day-to-day operations of the Deknatel Paper Conservation Lab and participate in a wide range of conservation activities generated by an active museum envi…
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Wildlife Health and Conservation (St Kitts)
Miami, Miami-Dade County
2026-01-09T23:20:23Z
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Job Description Job Description Company Description Please note this position is an in-person position located on the Caribbean island of St Kitts and requires relocation. About Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine (RUSVM), an Adtalem Global Education institution, prepares students to become veterinary leaders by drawing connections among animals, people and the planet, as a member of the One Health Initiative. RUSVM offers research progra…
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Associate Conservator of Furniture and Woodwork
Philadelphia, Philadelphia County
2025-12-23T14:15:42Z
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We Are Committed to an Inclusive Workplace At the Philadelphia Museum of Art, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups in the museum field, who are inspired by our shared purpose and enjoy working collaboratively with others. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consid…
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Assistant Professor- Tenure Track - Sustainable Biology and Environmental Science
South Orange, Essex County
2025-11-15T13:02:51Z
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Seton Hall University invites applications for a full-time tenure track professor at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences to start Fall 2026, pending final budgetary approval. The Department of Biological Sciences is undergoing rapid growth and seeks to develop coursework and research in environmental sciences and related fields. The Department of Biological Sciences offers a diverse research environment including PhD/MS graduate programs, core facilities, an…
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We Are Committed to an Inclusive Workplace At the Philadelphia Museum of Art, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups in the museum field, who are inspired by our shared purpose and enjoy working collaboratively with others. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consid…
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About Audubon The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet’s health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collabo…
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About Audubon The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet’s health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collabo…
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Provenance Specialist (Regular, Full-Time) General Counsel Reporting to the General Counsel & Assistant Secretary, the Provenance Specialist is responsible for providing guidance and advice on best practices in connection with the research, documentation, and verification of the history of ownership of works in the museum’s collection and potential acquisitions by working closely with the Registration & Collections, Curatorial, and Conservation departments. This position plays a key rol…
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About Audubon The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet’s health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collabo…
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Requisition No: 867534 Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Working Title: OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST III - 77901288 Pay Plan: Temp Position Number: 77901288 Salary: $21.63 per hour Posting Closing Date: 01/13/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FWC Florida Bass Conservation Center Biological Scientist III- OPS Position $21.63 per hour 3583 County Road 788 Webster, FL 33597 Florida Bass Conservation Center Biological Scientist III - OPS 77901288 Webster, Florida - $21.63 p…
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About Adaptive Water Adaptive Water is redefining how water-intensive facilities source, treat, use, and reuse water across Texas. We design, build, and operate facility-scale systems that harvest and reuse multiple alternative supplies—stormwater, wastewater, graywater, and brackish groundwater—eliminating dependence on potable water for applications that don't require it. Texas' water crisis is urgent. The 2022 State Water Plan projected that by 2030, demand would exceed supply by approximate…
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Environmental, Geographical and Geological Sciences Temporary Pool
Bloomsburg, Columbia County
2025-10-13T09:43:50Z
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Position Description Summary Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania invites applications for temporary faculty positions (full-time one semester, part-time one semester or part-time academic year) as needs arise in the Department of Environmental Geographical and Geological Sciences ( EGGS ). A hidden gem in Pennsylvania, our interdisciplinary program is both broad and sufficiently in-depth to prepare environmental scientists, watershed specialists, geologists, hydrologists, geographic informa…
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About the Metropolitan Museum of Art The Met presents over 5,000 years of art from around the world for everyone to experience and enjoy. The Museum lives in two iconic sites in New York City—The Met Fifth Avenue and The Met Cloisters. Millions of people also take part in The Met experience online. Since its founding in 1870, The Met has always aspired to be more than a treasury of rare and beautiful objects. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and respectful work environment with a s…
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The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH), is seeking a Conservation Framing Technician to join the Department of Conservation. This role focuses on the matting, mounting, and framing of works of art on paper and photography, ensuring their preservation for storage, exhibition, and travel through the use of conservation-grade materials and methods. The technician will be an integral member of a dynamic department of 21 full-time staff, including conservators, conservation scientist, technicians, …
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Technical Project Manager (Remote) *No Visa Sponsorship is available for this position. About the Cornell Lab of Ornithology The Cornell Lab of Ornithology is a globally recognized leader in technology, data management, and large-scale citizen science supporting birds and biodiversity conservation. We curate more than a petabyte of digital assets, one billion bird sightings, and leverage innovative big data analysis tools and machine learning to produce web applications and services to empower …
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Who We Are: The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewardi…
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