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The Morton Arboretum

Research Technician Fellowship

Lisle, IL · On-site

$17.75 - $24.50/hr

The Research Technician Fellowship is intended to welcome undergraduate students who are interested ... Herbarium and Forest Ecology Lab (part-time, September 2026 - May 2027): Trees at The Morton ...

NCSU

Research Assistant

Raleigh, NC

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

... Herbarium, Micropropagation and Repository Unit, and the Center for Integrated Fungal Research. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences houses 12 Academic departments with 294 faculty, 2,891 ...

NCSU

Research Associate

Mills River, NC · On-site

Our education and research programs provide graduate and undergraduate students with unique hands ... Herbarium, Micropropagation and Repository Unit, Structural Pest Management Training Facility, an ...

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How much do herbal research jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for herbal research in the United States is $27.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $35.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a herbal research?

A Herbal Research job involves studying medicinal plants to understand their properties, benefits, and potential applications. Researchers analyze plant compounds, conduct laboratory tests, and explore their effectiveness in healthcare, cosmetics, or pharmaceuticals. They may also work on conservation, cultivation techniques, and sustainable sourcing. This role typically requires knowledge in botany, chemistry, pharmacology, or related fields.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a herbal research?

Typical daily responsibilities in Herbal Research include designing and conducting experiments to analyze the properties of various herbs, collecting and interpreting data, and maintaining detailed laboratory records. You might also source plant materials, collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams such as chemists and clinical researchers, and contribute to scientific reports or publications. Depending on the organization, you could be involved in product development, quality control, or testing for safety and efficacy. These diverse tasks make the role both hands-on and intellectually engaging, offering opportunities to learn and innovate in the field of natural health.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in herbal research, and why are they important?

To thrive in Herbal Research, you typically need a background in botany, pharmacology, or a related life science, along with strong analytical and research skills. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, phytochemical analysis techniques, and possibly certifications in Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) are important. Excellent attention to detail, teamwork, and strong written and verbal communication abilities set top candidates apart. These skills ensure that herbal researchers can accurately study, document, and develop natural products while collaborating effectively and upholding scientific standards.

Do herbal researchers make good money?

Herbal researchers typically earn salaries that vary based on experience, education, and location, with median wages comparable to other scientific research roles. Entry-level positions may start lower, while experienced professionals or those with advanced degrees can earn higher salaries. The job often requires knowledge of botany, chemistry, and research methods, and may involve working in laboratories or field settings.
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Infographic showing various Herbal Research job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 65% Full Time, and 35% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $57,478 per year, or $27.6 per hour.

Herbarium Curatorial Assistant

New York Botanical Garden

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$50K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 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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