Conservatory Director - CBS Conservatory & Botanical Collection – University of Minnesota

  • Country

    United States of America
  • Region

    North America
  • Working hours

    Full-time
  • Contract type

    Permanent contract
  • Experience

    Senior

The College of Biological Sciences (CBS) at the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities seeks a Director of the CBS Conservatory and Botanical Collection to lead the development and growth of this important resource for botanical teaching, K-12 and public outreach, and research.

The CBS Conservatory’s collection is the most diverse in the Upper Midwest, including over 1,500 unique plant species from across the world. Living collections are housed in a new facility constructed in 2019 (9,000 square feet) including four biome rooms with large, in-ground plantings.

The role of Director requires an individual who is energetic, professional, and collaborative and has excellent managerial, organizational, and communication skills. The primary responsibilities will be to curate the conservatory collections, support course instruction, oversee greenhouse operations, teach a specimen-based course in their area of specialty, and supervise the other members of the Conservatory team.

Closing date: 30 September 2024

Salary: $75,000-80,000 USD

Contract: Permanent

Location: Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN, United States of America

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