The Field Museum
A Research Assistant I at the Field Museum works on a project using environmental DNA (eDNA) to analyze historical plant-animal interactions from museum collections and develop curation protocols. The role involves laboratory work, sample processing, data organization, and supporting ecological research.
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
1893
The Field Museum is a leading natural history museum and research institution in Chicago, dedicated to exploring the science of life on Earth and human cultures. It houses millions of specimens and exhibits across biology, paleontology, and anthropology, including iconic finds like Sue the Tyrannosaurus rex. Through immersive galleries, live science programs, and active field-based research, the museum inspires curiosity about biodiversity, evolution, and cultural heritage. Visitors and students engage with interactive experiences, exhibitions, and educational resources that connect science to everyday life.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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