Title: NHM Palaeo. Dept. Secretary
While this isn't a paleontology position per se, having an
interest in, or knowledge of, paleontology wouldn't hurt any potential
applicants.
Norm MacLeod
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The Natural History Museum's Department
of Palaeontology is seeking a Department Secretary. We are seeking an
individual who will be able to join a highly interactive and efficient
team providing services, support, and strategic focus for the
Museum's many palaeontological activities. You should have 5 O-levels
or GCSE at Grade C including English & Maths, and two years
experience working in a professional office. You should also have
skills in high-level note taking, Microsoft Office word processing,
e-mail, spreadsheet and filing. You will need to be efficient,
discrete, punctual, able to multi-task and be willing to take on
additional responsibilities as needed. A-levels in science-related
subjects, academic office experience, proofreading/editing skills,
experience with desktop publishing, financial record keeping, and
computer graphics, and/or a secretarial qualification are highly
desirable.
The Museum offers the following benefits:
Opportunity to join a pension scheme,
generous leave entitlement of 25 days per annum, discount of 10%
from Museum shops as part of the Museum Benefits Scheme; opportunity
to subscribe to join Sports & Social Club and on-site gymnasium;
interest-free season ticket loan (after two month qualifying
period).
For full details of requirements, a full
job description and equal opportunities form please e-mail:
DSNHM@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 will be by covering letter &
CV.
Closing date: 27th September
2004.
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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/a&ss/nm/nm.html (Web Page)
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