Eli Kirk Price Plant Science Apprentice
International Association for Plant Taxonomy
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- Who can apply
- New grads, no experience needed
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- Data analysis
- Work
- On-site in Indiana
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
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- Listed
- Oct 28, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
The Eli Kirk Price Plant Science Apprentice is a joint position between Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania and The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. This apprenticeship provides training in managing both physical and digital herbarium collections, as well as experience in botanical research conducted in the field, laboratory, and herbarium settings. This apprenticeship program is designed for post-baccalaureates who have already committed to a professional career in botany. Work time is divided between Morris Arboretum Plant Science Department (3 days per week) and Botany Department at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University (2 days per week). Laboratory work may include molecular research related to phylogenetic or population genetic studies.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in managing botanical specimens in the nationally significant PH Herbarium at the Academy of Natural Sciences, including filing, repairing, imaging, and annotating specimens.
- Participate in ongoing botanical research activities within the Morris Arboretum Plant Science Department, which may include field work, laboratory research, data analysis, and herbarium-based work.
- Contribute to herbarium work in the Herbarium of Morris Arboretum (MOAR) and virtual platforms such as the Mid-Atlantic Herbaria Consortium Portal.
- Follow established safety protocols and best practices in laboratory, field, and collections-based environments.
- Perform additional duties as assigned in support of research and collections management activities.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Botany, Biology, or a related field, with coursework in botany required.
- Demonstrated commitment to pursuing a professional career in botany.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Self-motivated, reliable, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to adapt to varied work settings and responsibilities.
- Candidates should demonstrate intellectual curiosity, familiarity with primary scientific literature, and interest in data analysis and scientific writing.
- Prior experience in molecular techniques is desirable, but not required.