DIRECTOR OF COLLECTIONS

The Paleontological Research Institution (PRI) is seeking an energetic and
experienced individual to head its Collections Department. PRI's
collections are among the nation's largest and are now housed in new
facilities. Responsibilities include collections management, supervision of
full and part time staff, volunteers, and student workers, cultivation of
donors, working with amateur collectors, consulting on exhibit content, and
strategic planning for the department. Advanced degree in relevant
discipline and at least 3-5 years collections experience required.
Experience with Cenozoic of the western hemisphere and/or Paleozoic of the
northeast US a plus. PRI is seeking a dynamic, dedicated, self-motivated
person to join a small but fast-moving organization during a time of rapid
institutional growth. More information on PRI can be found at
www.englib.cornell.edu/pri. Send applications by April 1, 1999 to:

Director
Paleontological Research Institution
1259 Trumansburg Road
Ithaca, NY 14850
USA



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Robert M. Ross
Director of Education
Paleontological Research Institution
1259 Trumansburg Road
Ithaca, NY 14850
U.S.A.
phone 607 273 6623 ext 18
FAX 607 273 6620
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PRI web site: <www.englib.cornell.edu/pri>