About the role
We are seeking to appoint a Research Fellow with a general background in the relationship between iron production and other resource use in the Qin imperial period, and with a particular specialism in wood and charcoal analysis.
The postholder will join an interdisciplinary team of researchers working on a collaborative project About you
The post holder will have a PhD* in Archaeology/Archaeological Science or a closely related discipline, with a focus on the analysis of archaeological wood remains. They will have detailed knowledge of wood species from Shaanxi province and neighbouring areas and a working knowledge of isotopic approaches to wood remains and provenance.
*The successful candidate will have obtained, or be close to obtaining, their PhD (within six months of submission). Appointment at Grade 7 is dependant upon having been awarded a PhD; if this is not the case, initial appointment will be at Research Assistant Grade 6B (salary £39, - £41, per annum including London Allowance) with payment at Grade 7 being backdated to the date of final submission of the PhD thesis.
Further details about the post and a person specification can be found in the Job Description (linked below).
To apply for the vacancy, please click on the Apply Now button.
Candidates are asked to also upload the following documents:
1. A full CV (including academic and employment history, and any additional relevant skills)
2. A Cover Letter that states how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria as listed in the person specification within the job description
3. Evidence of qualifications
Please refer to the application process within the job description for guidance on completing your cover letter.
Queries about the post may be addressed to Prof. Andrew Bevan at .
If you have any queries about the application process, please contact Louisa Goldsmith (HR Administrator) at .
What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:
4. 41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
5. Additional 5 days' annual leave purchase scheme
6. Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
7. Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
8. On-Site nursery
9. On-site gym
10. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
11. Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
12. Discounted medical insurance