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> Curator, Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments, Harvard
> University
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> Duties and Responsibilities: Participate in launching a major new center
> for the study of the material culture of science; manage and develop the
> Collection of Historical and Scientific Instruments in support of the
> academic mission of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences in collaboration with
> the Department of the History of Science. Work closely with the faculty of
> the Department of the History of Science to integrate the use of the
> collection in departmental teaching and research. Further develop and
> implement the strategic plan for the collection. Plan and organize new
> space for the collection. Oversee teaching and display space, and mounting
> exhibits in conjunction with the Department of the History of Science.
> Focused fundraising in conjunction with the Department. Required
> Education, Experience, and Skills: Ph.D. or equivalent. 8-10 years of
> curatorial or related experience, including the acquisition, preservation,
> and restoration of objects, and preparation of museum exhibits. Experience
> with technical instruments, and science museum experience desirable.
> Proven organizational and administrative skills. History of science
> background highly desirable. Submit application including: CV;
> description of experience and interests; writing samples (e.g.,
> description of exhibits, catalogues, articles); list of 3 references
> including addresses, telephone numbers and email; letters from the
> referees should be sent directly to the department. Materials should be
> sent to: Professor Peter L. Galison, Chair, CHSI Search Committee,
> Science Center 235, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA 02138 USA.
> Deadline: February 15, 2000.
>
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Dr Ben Marsden
Cultural History Department
University of Aberdeen
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