PhD Studentship in Archaeology/Archaeobotany (UK candidates only)
School of Archaeology & Ancient History, University of Leicester
Available from 1 May 2004 (or as soon as possible after that)
Postgraduate Doctoral Studentship in Archaeology/Archaeobotany (3 years)
Applications are invited for a 3 year PhD studentship connected with Dr M. van der Veen's NERC funded project "Long-Distance Trade and Agricultural Development". The research topic of the PhD studentship is the "Introduction and Dispersal of Exotic Food Plants into Europe". Supervisors: Dr Marijke van der Veen and Dr Neil Christie. The award will be equivalent to a fully funded three-year NERC studentship including fees and maintenance. Successful applicants (UK candidates only) will normally hold a Masters degree in Archaeology, have good analytical, data analysis and IT skills (Excel, Access), and a willingness to travel. Knowledge of archaeobotany and the Roman and/or medieval periods is highly desirable. Starting date: 1 May 2004 (or as soon as possible after that).
Application forms and further particulars are available from Dr Rachel Bown, School of Archaeology & Ancient History, email: [log in to unmask], Telephone 0116 - 252 2777.
APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE SENT TO: Dr Rachel Bown, School of Archaeology & Ancient History, University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester LE1 7RH, UK. In addition to the application form and two references, applicants should also submit a short CV and a 500 word statement of their research interests and experience relevant to the topic.
Closing Date: 14 March 2004
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Dr. Marijke van der Veen
Reader in Archaeology
School of Archaeology & Ancient History
University of Leicester
Leicester LE1 7RH
UK
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