Paleonet: Wanted: Interdisciplinary Geologist/Biologist, NMNH

[Norman MacLeod]

This just in ....

Interdisciplinary Scientist,
Research Geologist/Biologist
Department of Paleobiology
National Museum of Natural History
Smithsonian Institution

The Smithsonian¹s National Museum of Natural History seeks a paleobiologist
to conduct an integrative, specimen-based research program in
non-dinosaurian vertebrates.  The successful candidate is expected to pursue
creative studies of evolutionary and/or paleoecological patterns and
processes using morphology, phylogenetics, biogeography, and/or
biogeochemistry.  Publication in peer-reviewed journals in specialty areas
is expected, as is curation of appropriate collections, professional service
to the scientific community, and educational outreach to the public in a
manner commensurate with emerging leadership in the area of specialty.

The position is initially a 4-year appointment and will be filled at the
GS-12 level.  The museum¹s authorized salary range for this position is
$73,100­$82,845 per year commensurate with experience. All candidates are
encouraged to apply, including those whose academic status is ³All But
Dissertation² (ABD), currently performing postdoctoral work, or engaged in
early stages of their academic careers. Reference Announcement
#09A-MS-294954-DEU-NMNH and specific application procedures at
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/ftva.asp?seeker=1&JobID=79171488 or
www.sihr.si.edu, or contact Maria Santos, 202-633-6329, santosm at si.edu.  The
announcement is open on February 6, 2009.  Applications must be received by
March 9, 2009 and must reference announcement number. This is an
interdisciplinary position to be filled by either a Research Geologist or a
Research Biologist, depending upon the applicant¹s primary discipline. All
applications will be notified by email or phone when their application is
received.  U.S citizenship is required.  The Smithsonian Institution is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Prof. Norman MacLeod
Keeper of Palaeontology
The Natural History Museum
Cromwell Road, London, SW7 5BD


(0)207 942-5204/5295 (Office)
(0)207 942-5546 (Fax)
http://www.nhm.ac.uk/hosted_sites/paleonet/MacLeod/ (Web Page)

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