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Associate Director for Curatorial Affairs Smithsonian Institution National Museum of American History Kenneth E. Behring Center We are seeking an Associate Director for the Office of Curatorial Affairs (OCA) who will be primarily responsible for the National Museum of American History’s exhibitions, collections and research functions. The Associate Director will provide dynamic and thoughtful leadership, vision, support and direction to the OCA in the planning, development and implementation of exhibitions, collecting, research publication and programming. The Associate Director will take the lead in articulating the intellectual framework for short- and long-term planning, actively engaging the public in museum activities and developing a wide range of future exhibits and programs including on-site, traveling and digital initiatives. The Associate Director will nurture the intellectual life of the museum. The Associate Director will develop and balance broad guidelines and objectives for scholarly and collections activities, and leverage his/her knowledge of professional standards, best practices and issues related to historical research, material culture and museum management, including collections management, exhibitions and public service. The Associate Director will work collaboratively with other members of the Museum’s Senior Management team and serve as key advisor to the Director on scholarly and collections programs and issues. Candidates should have a demonstrated ability to think and interpret material culture and archival resources.  Experience working with material culture or in museums and management experience in large, complex organizations are requirements. Ph.D. in American Studies, History, Public Humanities, or Science and Technology Studies is strongly preferred. This is a Trust (non-Federal) position.  The salary range is $150,000 - $192,300 annually with an excellent benefits package.  For more information, please visit the Smithsonian Institution website, www.si.edu/ohr/jobs_public .  Please see Associate Director for Curatorial Affairs announcement # EX-19-00. To apply, please submit a cover letter outlining your qualifications including a full C.V. with three professional references.  Applications should be submitted by email with the subject “Associate Director for Curatorial Affairs” to NMAHApplications@si.edu by July 15, 2019. Contact Erika Mack, National Museum of American History, with questions at 202-633-3555 or in writing to NMAHApplications@si.edu. The Smithsonian is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Job Description: LIJob Description As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. We provide almost half of the nation’s blood supply, as well as humanitarian relief at home and abroad. We turn compassion into action through the care we provide our blood donors, and the spirit of service we share with our colleagues. Learn more about the life-saving impact our employees have in their communities in this short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hg3XJCA8RQ0 If you share our passion for helping people, then join us in this excellent career opportunity. Participates in assuring the smooth daily operation of the laboratory. Supervises DNA-based HLA typing or other genetic marker tests such as engraftment monitoring after Stem cell transplantation. Performs Single Bead Antibody Screen analysis. Develops and implements new procedures and is familiar with the various computer software related to data analysis. Helps teaching and training Molecular Genetics and techniques to staff. Helps laboratory staff in solving all technical problems. Provides transfusion support to regional blood banks and ARC customer service. RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITIES Duties include, but are not limited to the following: Supervise extraction of high quality DNA from various sample sources (whole blood, cultured cells, blood spotted filter paper samples, buccal swabs and segments of blood bag tubing etc.) using automated workstations. Set up new DNA-based tests relevant to the lab’s operation or for new projects. Teach DNA testing methods (Sanger, NGS, and STR) to staff members. Be proficient in Sanger, NGS and STR analysis. Be proficient in Single Bead Antibody Screen analysis. Understand the needs of transfusion support. Write and conduct validation plans. Compile procedure manual. Perform literature searches for projects or contract proposals. Write scientific papers. Help laboratory staff in solving all technical problems. Participate in continuing education programs, keep abreast with work-related scientific and technical progress, and actively encourage coworkers to do the same. Assure that departmental activities are performed in compliance with American Red Cross QMS, state and federal regulations -- including the CFR and local standard operating procedures. Understand and follow safety regulations for handling Biohazard materials. Be proficient in carrying out QC tests for all reagents and equipment used in the lab. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE A. Education and Experience Ph.D. degree in biology or related fields or a M.D. degree is required. Must have at least 3 years of molecular genetics experience; at least one year of HLA experience required. B. Job Knowledge and Skills Must have a thorough knowledge of molecular genetics. Must have knowledge of the HLA system. Must have problem solving skills for technical and personnel issues. Must demonstrate communication skills, both written and oral. Must be able to guide and supervise people. Must be able to motivate staff. Should have a working knowledge of data processing. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. ​The American Red Cross is a diverse nonprofit organization offering its employee’s professional development and growth opportunities, a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team spirit environment. To be considered for this position, please visit www.redcross.org/jobs to apply. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights LI-POST Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. ​ The American Red Cross is a diverse nonprofit organization offering its employee’s professional development and growth opportunities, a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team spirit environment. To be considered for this position, please visit www.redcross.org/jobs to apply. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights

Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Job Description: Job Description As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. We provide almost half of the nation’s blood supply, as well as humanitarian relief at home and abroad. We turn compassion into action through the care we provide our blood donors, and the spirit of service we share with our colleagues. Learn more about the life-saving impact our employees have in their communities in this short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hg3XJCA8RQ0 If you share our passion for helping people, then join us in this excellent career opportunity. Participates in assuring the smooth daily operation of the laboratory. Supervises DNA-based HLA typing or other genetic marker tests such as engraftment monitoring after Stem cell transplantation. Performs Single Bead Antibody Screen analysis. Develops and implements new procedures and is familiar with the various computer software related to data analysis. Helps teaching and training Molecular Genetics and techniques to staff. Helps laboratory staff in solving all technical problems. Provides transfusion support to regional blood banks and ARC customer service. RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITIES Duties include, but are not limited to the following: Supervise extraction of high quality DNA from various sample sources (whole blood, cultured cells, blood spotted filter paper samples, buccal swabs and segments of blood bag tubing etc.) using automated workstations. Set up new DNA-based tests relevant to the lab’s operation or for new projects. Teach DNA testing methods (Sanger, NGS, and STR) to staff members. Be proficient in Sanger, NGS and STR analysis. Be proficient in Single Bead Antibody Screen analysis. Understand the needs of transfusion support. Write and conduct validation plans. Compile procedure manual. Perform literature searches for projects or contract proposals. Write scientific papers. Help laboratory staff in solving all technical problems. Participate in continuing education programs, keep abreast with work-related scientific and technical progress, and actively encourage coworkers to do the same. Assure that departmental activities are performed in compliance with American Red Cross QMS, state and federal regulations -- including the CFR and local standard operating procedures. Understand and follow safety regulations for handling Biohazard materials. Be proficient in carrying out QC tests for all reagents and equipment used in the lab. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE A. Education and Experience Ph.D. degree in biology or related fields or a M.D. degree is required. Must have at least 3 years of molecular genetics experience; at least one year of HLA experience required. B. Job Knowledge and Skills Must have a thorough knowledge of molecular genetics. Must have knowledge of the HLA system. Must have problem solving skills for technical and personnel issues. Must demonstrate communication skills, both written and oral. Must be able to guide and supervise people. Must be able to motivate staff. Should have a working knowledge of data processing. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. ​The American Red Cross is a diverse nonprofit organization offering its employee’s professional development and growth opportunities, a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team spirit environment. To be considered for this position, please visit www.redcross.org/jobs to apply. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. ​ The American Red Cross is a diverse nonprofit organization offering its employee’s professional development and growth opportunities, a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team spirit environment. To be considered for this position, please visit www.redcross.org/jobs to apply. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights

Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Job Description: Responsibilities: 1. Oversees the laboratories operating in applicable locations. Ensures that clinical laboratories operate consistent with good manufacturing practices. 2. Seeks to increase market share and improve margin of patient genomic testing. Oversees development and/or evaluation, validation and implementation of new molecular test procedures to expand test offerings and/or increase margin. 3. Oversees development and/or evaluation, validation and implementation of new molecular test procedures to expand test offerings and/or increase margin. 4. Provides leadership role with input to future direction of Red Cross in the area of genomic testing of donors and patients. 5. Participates in and attain/maintain a leadership role in regional, national and international committees that address molecular testing of donors and patients, as appropriate. 6. Oversees RH genotyping of Red Cross red blood cell donors and RH allele matching of donors and patients in support of the American Rare Donor Program. 7. Participates in teaching and education responsibilities for the American Red Cross staff, hospital customers, and regional hospital resident, fellowship and specialist in blood banking (SBB) programs, as applicable. 8. Advises physicians and other relevant personnel concerning laboratory results. Fields technical and clinical questions from technical and medical staff; provides consultation on a national basis. 9. Keeps abreast of the latest developments in the field of molecular biology, genomics and blood group and platelet antigens. 10. Publishes and presents data at regional, national and international venues. 11. Actively works to develop all staff to the highest level of engagement and potential; actively performs succession planning; assures appropriate evaluation, discipline, and discharge of laboratory personnel is performed, as applicable. 12. Assures that departmental activities are performed in compliance with American Red Cross BSDs, state and federal regulations -- including the CFR and local standard operating procedures. 13. Actively supports discrepancy and problem investigations by overseeing molecular testing of suspect samples when applicable. Scope: Directs national efforts to use molecular methods to test patients and characterize blood products for optimal patient outcomes. Works closely with laboratory staff, medical staff; reference laboratory management staff, sales and marketing leadership as well as interacting with regional hospital blood bank technical and medical staff. Maintains network of professional/scientific contacts. Participates in professional societies and groups. Qualifications: Ph.D. or M.D., with minimum of ten years of experience molecular immunohematology and genomics including seven years of management experience. Well published with over 20 peer reviewed papers. Must have a comprehensive knowledge of scientific issues related to genomics and use of molecular methods in clinical testing. Must have demonstrated communication skills, both written and oral. Must be able to develop costs, evaluate projects and manage an operating budget. Experience in teaching and preparation of manuscripts and grant proposals. Must be able to motivate staff to achieve Red Cross goals. Essential Duties: 1. Manage the overall operations of the National Molecular Laboratory, which performs patient and donor testing 2. Reports to the VP of Patient Services, interacts with the Sr Directors of IRL and HLA laboratories on cross-functional projects 3. Works with the VP of Business Development and Integration, the Chief Medical Officer and the Marketing and Sales leadership to increase patient molecular testing and maximize donor testing and explore organization-wide opportunities for growth in the area of genomics 4. Represent the American Red Cross in customer-facing activities such as educational lectures, hospital on-boarding of high-value customers Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. ​ The American Red Cross is a diverse nonprofit organization offering its employee’s professional development and growth opportunities, a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team spirit environment. To be considered for this position, please visit www.redcross.org/jobs to apply. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights

Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Job Description: As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. We provide almost half of the nation’s blood supply, as well as humanitarian relief at home and abroad. We turn compassion into action through the care we provide our blood donors, and the spirit of service we share with our colleagues. Learn more about the life-saving impact our employees have in their communities in this short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hg3XJCA8RQ0 If you share our passion for helping people, then join us in this excellent career opportunity. Directing the overall operation and administration of laboratories, including the employment of personnel who are competent to perform test procedures, record and report test results promptly, accurately and proficiently, and assure compliance with the applicable regulations. Ensure that testing systems developed and used for each of the tests performed in the laboratories provide quality laboratory services for all aspects of test performance, which includes the pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic phases of testing. Assist the principal investigator on contract duties. This includes organization of contracted work review of quality control records to ensure compliance and attendance at Principle Investigator’s meetings. Designs and develops research work done in the HLA Laboratories in order to make productive advances in the fields of Immunogenetics and/or Histocompatibility, which are consistent with the overall goals of the American Red Cross Blood Services. Ensures that HLA Services remain current and knowledgeable of recent advances in the fields of Immunogenetics, Histocompatibility and Molecular Biology. Prepares research publications, grant requests and regularly scheduled research progress reports, manuscripts summarizing projects and results for review and publication in professional journals. Assists in maintaining high quality, reliable and cost effective clinical HLA testing services. Provides technical support for clinical HLA testing services. This includes, but is not limited to: Review of necessary test reports, quality control and compliance with ASHI standards Help resolve difficult or unusual clinical testing problems Reviews and updates procedures as necessary to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, National Red Cross Blood Services Directives (BSD's), American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) standards and New England Regional policies and procedures. Organizes and directs special projects to evaluate, improve and/or develop new test procedures, techniques and reagents, some of which may be offered as clinical services. Collects and analyzes data, interprets results and adjusts course of project as necessary. Ensure that the technical staff participates in continuing education relevant to histocompatibility and/or immunogenetics testing at least to the level of the minimum requirements outlined by the ASHI Accreditation Review Board. Acts as a resource in the field to staff members and area hospitals and participates in HLA workshops. Participates in meetings and seminars to present own work and discuss research of others. Ensures that customer satisfaction is given top priority at all times. Seeks new accounts, contracts and services to ensure the continued success of the laboratory. Qualifications: Requires a M.D. or Ph.D. degree. This position requires an extensive working knowledge of a broad range of areas: HLA-ABC, DR and DQ serology; cell culture techniques;cross matching for platelets and bone marrow support molecular testing techniques; PCR; oligonucleotide hybridization, DNA sequencing as well as in depth knowledge of other areas in the field of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics. Requires 4 years of experience in all phases of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics. Must be certified by ASHI as a qualified Director or be eligible for certification. Requires demonstrated written and verbal communications skills. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. The American Red Cross is a diverse nonprofit organization offering its employee’s professional development and growth opportunities, a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team spirit environment. To be considered for this position, please visit www.redcross.org/jobs to apply. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. ​ The American Red Cross is a diverse nonprofit organization offering its employee’s professional development and growth opportunities, a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team spirit environment. To be considered for this position, please visit www.redcross.org/jobs to apply. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights

Department The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art is located in Sarasota, Florida. For more about the Ringling, please see the "Other Information" section. Responsibilities The Archives Fellow, on a 12-month visiting A&P appointment, works under the supervision of the Chief Archivist to research, evaluate, assess, catalogue, and index the audio visual collections at The Ringling. These collections, comprised of a variety of outmoded and newer audio visual technologies, document Museum activities as well as the history of circus arts. Responsibilities will include: - Works closely with Archives staff to conduct research on media stability, condition evaluations of collections, and environmental assessments. Contributes to the development of management tools for various media in The Ringling Archives collection including audio recordings, still visual materials, digital format materials, and moving images. Many of the formats are no longer in common use requiring the incumbent to research sources and methods for identification and digitization. - Under the guidance of the Chief Archivist, reviews and identifies video source material for relevance. Works with a variety of still and moving image materials and audio recordings in the Ringling Archives collection. Examples include but are not limited to: 2 inch video tape, 1 inch video tape, ¾ inch video cassettes, ½ inch reel-to-reel video tapes, DV-cassette video tapes, and Hi-8 video tapes. Digitizes, catalogues, and makes accessible when appropriate through the museum's online public access collections catalogue, e-Museum and other technologies as necessary. - Identifies and digitizes a variety of still visual materials including photographs and negatives, glass plate negatives, lantern slides, and 2x2 slides. Evaluates which materials may require conservation measures prior to digitization. Assists in identifying potential conservators and makes recommendations to the Chief Archivist. - Assists in digitizing, uploading, and data entry of archival items to The Museum System (TMS). Catalogues and indexes materials already in digital format. - Compiles condition reports for 8mm and 16mm motion picture films in the collection. Rehouses and documents film items. - Assists in managing descriptive, technical, administrative and preservation metadata for both accessibility and long-term preservation of digital assets and related metadata. Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 2 years' experience or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to 6 years. Relevant training may substitute for experience. Knowledge of applicable computer applications and basic computer functions to include Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Lightroom, Capture One, Bridge, Premiere; Microsoft Excel and Word. Knowledge of and ability to apply the processes, procedures and methods used in museum operations in compliance with applicable governing entities such as the American Association of Museums. Knowledge of museum terminology. Knowledge of collections development and cataloguing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.  Ability to work effectively with others at all levels, individually and as part of a team. Knowledge of the concepts, principles and practices of collections management to include proper handling, installation, preservation and/or maintenance. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Preferred Master's in Library & Information Science, Archival Administration, Museum Studies, or related discipline and working knowledge of Capture One and Filemaker Pro. Knowledge and/or interest in Circus Arts. Other Information The Ringling is a preeminent center for the arts, history, performance, and learning that is dedicated to bringing the past and contemporary culture to life through extraordinary visitor experiences. From its inception, The Ringling has joined the diverse visual traditions and theatrical spectacle of yesterday with the genre-defying global practitioners of today. A place of exploration, discovery and respite, The Ringling’s campus in Sarasota, Florida—which includes the Museum of Art, Circus Museum, a historic home, an 18th-century theater and bayfront gardens—is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. As the State Art Museum of Florida and part of Florida State University, The Ringling fulfills an important educational mission. The Ringling offers formal and informal programs of study serving as a major resource for students, scholars and lifelong learners of every age across the region, country, and around the world. For more information, please visit www.ringling.org. Contact Info For more information, or for technical assistance, please contact Ringling Human Resources at 941-359-5700 ext. 2605 or employment@ringling.org. Anticipated Salary Range Up to $33,000 + Florida state benefits available (http://hr.fsu.edu/?page=benefits/benefits_home) Pay Plan This is an A&P (Administrative and Professional) position. Soft Money Funded Position This position is time-limited based on soft money funding, with renewal contingent upon available funds and the needs of the University. Schedule While the primary working hours for this position are between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (with a one hour meal period) Monday through Friday, the incumbent may be required to work a flexible schedule including days, weekends, or special events. Criminal Background Check This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check, to include fingerprinting. The background check will be conducted as authorized and in accordance with University Policy 4-OP-C-7-B11. How To Apply If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service. Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume. Equal Employment Opportunity An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer. FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at: http://www.hr.fsu.edu/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota, Florida, will be offering paid internships to be held for ten weeks, from June 3 – August 8, 2019.  The internships are available in the following departments:   Archives Conservation Curatorial Education Grounds Library   Interns earn $11.50 per hour and are paid bi-weekly. Interns are responsible for their own housing (the Museum will assist with locating nearby rentals).    The application deadline is February 15, 2019. International applicants must have a current US Visa and be eligible to work in the US.  The positions require fingerprinting.  The Museum encourages students from all backgrounds to apply and is committed to a culturally diverse group. Education requirements, additional information and application materials may be found on the Museum’s website at https://www.ringling.org/internships-fellowships .