Senior Curator, Aquarium
Quick answer
The California Academy of Sciences is hiring a senior curator for the Aquarium in San Francisco, CA, paying $120,000 - $130,000 for managing the living collection and associated habitats.
- Role
- Senior Curator, Aquarium
- Organization
- California Academy of Sciences
- Location
- San Francisco, CA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $120,000.00 - $130,000.00
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The California Academy of Sciences is seeking a Senior Curator to manage the development, daily care, and welfare of the Aquarium's living collection and associated habitats, support areas, and programs. The role involves leadership, oversight, and coordination of conservation and research projects, and managing a team of biologists.
What you'll do
- Manages other managers and a team of biologists
- Provides leadership, oversight, and coordination of the development, daily care, and management of the resident collection and assigned galleries, habitats, and behind-the-scenes support areas
- Develops and oversees Aquarium conservation and research projects
- Coordinates the acquisition and transfer of specimens
- Maintains accurate records and upholds industry best practices
What it takes
- Completed seven years of paid full-time animal/plant husbandry or related position(s)
- Minimum five years of progressive work experience and leadership
- Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Biology, Zoology, Marine or Aquatic Biology, Chemistry or a related field
- Advanced knowledge of USDA and AZA standards for animal care and welfare
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive benefits based on the hours per week worked, including fair and equitable compensation practices.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
San Francisco, CA
What is the compensation range?
$120,000.00 - $130,000.00
What are the key qualifications required?
Seven years of paid full-time animal/plant husbandry, five years of leadership experience, and a Master's degree in a relevant field.
How do I apply?
Submit a resume and application through the organization's Careers Page portal.
Is the job remote?
No, the job is in-office.
How to apply
Apply directly on California Academy of Sciences's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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