Collection Manager, CSIRO

Collection Manager

CSIRO

Location:
Australia, Hobart

Category:
Research and Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

96000.00 - 109000.00 AUD / Year

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Job Description:

Collection Manager for the Australian National Fish Collection (ANFC), responsible for managing, maintaining and improving accessibility of specimens, tissues, images and associated data. The role ensures the collection serves as an active reference for marine fish taxonomy and distribution while upholding best practice in curation, safety and compliance.

Job Responsibility:

Manage the ANFC facility and infrastructure at CSIRO Marine Laboratories
Ensure registration and cataloguing of ANFC specimens, tissues and X-rays in Specify collection management system
Support data integrity and digitisation efforts
Assist ANFC staff to ensure research-readiness and security of ethanol stored specimens
Administer ANFC shared inbox and coordinate incoming/outgoing specimen, tissue and DNA loans
Assist with specimen photography when required
Liaise with ANFC visitors, scientists and the public including leading tours
Supervise ANFC activities to promote safe and productive engagement

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Museum Studies, or related field
Equivalent relevant work experience in Natural History collection curation and registration
Sound knowledge and experience in marine taxa and/or wet collections
Demonstrated experience with relational databases, data entry, and digitised administrative processes
Strong attention to detail and quality assurance experience
Ability to undertake repetitive tasks to ensure specimen, sample, and data accuracy
Proven ability to adhere to compliance requirements including HSE standards related to chemicals and specimen handling
Demonstrated ability to communicate openly and respectfully with diverse stakeholders and team members
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team

What we offer:

Up to 15.4% superannuation
Flexible work arrangements
Range of leave entitlements
Career development opportunities

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
September 19, 2025

Expiration:
October 12, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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