English Heritage is advertising a post for an Archaeobotanist/Palaeoecologist. Please circulate the following information to interested colleagues.
Changes to the organisation of English Heritage’s scientific staff mean that we are now looking for an experienced Archaeobotanist/Palaeoecologist to join the Environmental Studies Team in Portsmouth.
The post-holder will be expected to carry out research into one of the following: macroscopic plant remains, pollen, charcoal, and preferably also diatoms, foraminifera, molluscs or ostracods. Experience of working in the coastal and or marine archaeology would be a distinct advantage as the post-holder will work closely with the Maritime Archaeology Team. Other duties will include undertaking analytical work on English Heritage projects, project monitoring, providing advice, developing the botanical reference collections, and participating in training and public access programmes.
A higher degree in an archaeological or environmental science and at least 3 years relevant experience, or a first degree in an archaeological or environmental science subject and at least 5 years relevant experience is essential. You should have excellent communication skills, thrive under pressure, and enjoy working within a small team.
For an application form and further details, please send an A4 sized self-addressed envelope (no stamp) to Sarah King, Human Resources, English Heritage, National Monuments Record Centre, Kemble Drive, Swindon,
SN2 2GZ, quoting reference number J/031/05.
Closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday 13th May 2005.
Polydora Baker
Zooarchaeologist
English Heritage
Research Department
Fort Cumberland
Fort Cumberland Rd.
Eastney, Portsmouth
P04 9LD
Tel.: 02392 856774
FAX: 02392 856701