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The mission of the International Association of Bryologists (IAB), as a society, is to strengthen bryology by encouraging interactions among all persons interested in byophytes.

Friday, August 29, 2008

Job opportunity at the NHM

Sent by Joanna Wilbraham
To: bryonet-l@mtu.edu

The following appointment is being advertised at the Natural History
Museum, London, and may be of interest to some of you. Details below:

The Museum is seeking two research assistants for an initial 6 months
fixed term post (with likely extension to 18 months subject to further
funding) to database and digitise its bryophyte type collections (Latin
America & Asia) as part of an internationally collaborative project.

You will have a degree or equivalent experience in biological sciences
or a related discipline, and experience of working with biological
collections and appropriate database and digitisation software. Other
desirable qualities include specific experience of working with
bryological collections in a taxonomic environment, a good knowledge of
geography, and an understanding of plant nomenclature and typification.

You will have the ability to work in a focused manner with close
attention to detail, be responsible and committed, and have a positive
and enthusiastic attitude.

Closing date for applications: 10 September 2008

Equal Opportunities
At the Natural History Museum we value the diversity of our employees
and the benefits that they bring to the organisation=20

Application Information
For a full job description and to apply online, please visit the Natural
History Museum website at www.nhm.ac.uk/jobs

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