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Department of Palaeontology The Natural History Museum, London Research Paleobiologist (Bioconstructional Ecosystems) Salary £20,726- £24,569 per annum (depending on experience) The Department of Palaeontology is seeking a researcher with an interest in the palaeobiology of 'reefs' (or, more generally, bioconstructional ecosystems), who can strengthen the museum's profile in this field and apply their expertise to systematic, evolutionary and palaeoecological studies. You must have specialist knowledge of the systematics of at least one of the following groups: corals, sponges, 'social' or 'aggregational' bivalves (e.g. rudists), larger benthic foraminifera, or calcareous algae. Ideally, you should also have good field skills and experience in sequence stratigraphical and/or palaeoenvironmental interpretation. We are seeking an individual who will be able to develop a research/consultancy programme that addresses major scientific questions of reef ecology, reef diversity, and climate change from a palaeontological perspective. You must have a Ph.D. or equivalent, have published research papers on reef palaeobiology, and have demonstrated the ability to generate external income to support research projects. You should also be a self-motivated researcher with a track record of collaborative research. You should be willing to contribute to Museum media and outreach programmes, and be able to communicate science to a wide audience. Relevant post-doctoral research experience, experience writing grant applications, teaching and outreach experience, a collections based research approach, and knowledge of curatorial procedures are all highly desirable, as are good organizational and team-working skills, and a high degree of creativity. The position will be a permanent appointment subject to a satisfactory review at the end of the third year of employment. For a full job description, equal opportunities form and details of other requirements for your application send an e-mail to:PALNHM.@HS-scientific.co.uk or write to: The Natural History Museum, C/O Hudson Shribman Scientific Recruitment, Vernon House, Sicilian Ave, London, WC1A 2QS. Application is by CV, together with a covering letter detailing how you match the requirements for this post, and the names and addresses of three referees; two of which must be work referees, including your current/most recent employer. Closing date: 31 March 2004. -- ___________________________________________________________________ Dr. Norman MacLeod Keeper of Palaeontology The Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London, SW7 5BD (0)20-7942-5204 (Office) (0)20-7942-5546 (Fax) http://www.nhm.ac.uk/palaeontology/ass/nm.html (Web Page) ___________________________________________________________________
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