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What skills and qualifications are needed to be an assistant herbalist?

To thrive as an Assistant Herbalist, you need foundational knowledge of plant identification, herbal remedies, and safe preparation techniques, often supported by coursework or experience in herbal medicine. Familiarity with inventory management tools, labeling systems, and regulatory compliance regarding herbal products is important. Attention to detail, effective communication, and a willingness to learn from senior herbalists are standout soft skills. These competencies ensure safe, accurate preparation of herbal products and provide valuable support within a team-focused healing environment.

What is an assistant herbalist?

An Assistant Herbalist supports a professional herbalist in preparing herbal remedies, managing inventory, and assisting clients with basic inquiries. They may gather, dry, and mix herbs, maintain records, and ensure the workspace remains organized. This role often involves research, preparation of tinctures or teas, and learning about herbal medicine under supervision. It is ideal for those interested in natural health and botanical remedies.

What does an assistant herbalist do?

A typical day for an Assistant Herbalist involves supporting licensed or senior herbalists by preparing herbal mixtures, labeling and organizing inventory, and assisting with customer or client inquiries about herbal remedies. You might also be responsible for maintaining cleanliness in the workspace, ensuring accuracy in documentation, and sometimes gathering or identifying raw herbs. Collaboration is key, as you will frequently interact with both the public and other team members. This role provides hands-on learning opportunities and insight into holistic health practices, making it an excellent starting point for those interested in advancing in herbal medicine.

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Herbarium Curatorial Assistant

New York Botanical Garden

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$50K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

NYBG Job Description
Title
Reports to
Herbarium Curatorial Assistant
Assistant Director of the Herbarium
Position Summary:
Assist in all basic functions of the Herbarium by carrying out a wide variety of daily herbarium tasks.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Filing specimens into the Herbarium as well as maintenance and curation of the collection to reflect new determinations of specimens and taxonomic revisions.
  • Processing newly collected specimens to obtain determinations. Maintaining meticulous records about these specimens.
  • Digitizing specimens. Both imaging and data entry of specimen label information into our internal database.
  • Assisting visiting researchers to use the Herbarium. Updating/filing specimens the researchers have worked with.
  • Attending staff meetings.
  • Participating in outreach to the public.
Qualifications:
  • Experience working in a herbarium preferred.
  • Undergraduate degree in biology, preferably with coursework in taxonomy.
  • Organized person with ability to switch between different tasks easily.
  • Familiarity of scientific plant names and geography.
  • Understanding of data handling, experience with databases and/or spreadsheets.
  • Ability to reach specimens in cabinets 8 ft and at ground level.
  • Knowledge of Spanish or Portuguese a plus.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to, at minimum, use a computer; see and read printed and handwritten specimen labels; stand at an counter-height work space; be able to reach specimens in cabinets at ground level, or up to 11ft high (via ladder or rolling stairs); crouch, bend, and reach with hands and arms; carry and move up to 25 pounds; move a rolling herbarium cart. Work is indoors.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Baseline Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Salary: $50,000
Benefits:
  • 15 Vacation Days
  • 13 Paid Holidays
  • 12 Sick Days
  • Health and Dental Insurance Coverage
  • 401K
  • Pension Plan

Please include a cover letter.
If you require an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify the Human Resources department at [email protected].
If you are interested in applying for a position at the New York Botanical Garden, please go to http://www.nybg.org/employment to submit your application.
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