Zoologist (SOG/ST 6)

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Organisation
Institute of Jamaica
Reference
VAC-59092
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Government & Public Sector
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
$5,198,035 - $6,990,779 per annum
Date Posted
10/09/2025
Expiry Date
24/09/2025
Under the direction of the Senior Research Officer-Entomology, the Zoologist is responsible for establishing the Zoology Department as a key resource centre for faunal research and education.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

  • Collaborating with the (SRO) - Entomology in the monitoring of the curation of the zoological collections. 
  • Participating in island-wide collecting field trips. 
  • Preparing a variety of faunal specimens for storage and display. 
  • Preparing script for permanent and temporary museum exhibits 
  • Preparing articles for inclusion in the local press, Jamaica Journal, IOJ web-site other environmental publications and zoology based lesson plans. 
  • Planning and conducting research in his or her field of interest. 
  • Providing responses to queries relating to natural history 

 

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • MSc. in Zoology 
  • In-depth knowledge of zoology and taxonomy with an interest in natural history and environmental matters as well as knowledge of museum preservation techniques. Knowledge of scientific research standards and protocols 

 

PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT

  • October 6, 2025 – February 28, 2026

 

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