Wanted: 1 Book Nerd

So I’m looking for a job.

I know there’s a recession on, but I’m hoping that someone is looking for a book nerd who has:

• A Bachelor of Science in the history of technology and will soon have a Master’s degree in book history.
• Deluxe, honed-in-the-British-Library research skills.
• Is a great writer.
• Is well-read.
• Interested in printing, the early modern era, science, technology, medicine, and natural history.
• Has previous experience in a bookshop and a library, and is not afraid of dust or heavy boxes.
• Familiar with internet book selling.
• Up-to-date with all the latest books news, trends, and criticism.
• Has great customer service experience.
• Loves computers and technology.  Knows about exciting things like blogging, websites, the social web, and digital photography, but also less exciting things like Access and Excel.
• Is good at admin stuff.  Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, reception, answering the phone, filing – check.
• Familiar with Latin and French and eager to improve.
• Motivated and detail-oriented.

I’d love to work in a bookshop or library, but I’m open to anything.  My dissertation will be completed by the 23rd of September, and I can work part-time in the UK until then.  When I’ve finished school I can work full-time and I’ll be eligible for a two-year British work permit.  I’d like to remain in the UK, but am definitely open to positions in the US (or Canada, Australia or New Zealand, for that matter).  If you know of something email me: laura AT bookn3rd DOT com, and I’ll send in a CV and cover letter.  Thanks!

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