Hard Skills
AdvancedBotanical TaxonomyThe systematic identification, naming, and classification of plant species according to established scientific frameworks.
IntermediateSpecimen Preservation and ConservationTechniques for drying, pressing, mounting, and chemical treatment of plants to ensure long-term physical stability.
IntermediateCollection Management Systems (CMS)Proficiency in using specialized database software like Specify, BRAHMS, or EMu to manage specimen records and metadata.
AdvancedBiodiversity Regulatory ComplianceUnderstanding and applying international treaties like CITES and the Nagoya Protocol regarding the movement of biological specimens.
AdvancedGrant Writing and FundraisingThe ability to research, draft, and submit compelling proposals to secure funding for research and collection maintenance.
ExpertNomenclatural ExpertiseKnowledge of the International Code of Nomenclature (ICN) for algae, fungi, and plants to ensure correct naming practices.