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**** APOLOGIES FOR CROSS POSTING **** The Archaeology Data Service / Internet Archaeology IFA Workplace Learning Bursary, Department of Archaeology IFA Workplace Learning Bursary for Archaeological Skills Development (Supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund) We have a vacancy for a six-month training placement to learn basic skills in the archaeological applications of information and communication technology (ICT). This position would be suitable for someone who is at an early stage of their archaeological career, either as a graduate or an archaeologist working in the commercial or public sector (from which secondments will be considered), or for an established archaeologist who wishes to develop new skills. An interest in, and aptitude for, computer and web applications are essential, and it is expected that the post-holder will wish to pursue a career in this field. The placement will be hosted by the Archaeology Data Service and Internet Archaeology at the Department of Archaeology, University of York. The post-holder will work as a member of the ADS curatorial team but will be able to participate in university postgraduate level courses. There may also be an opportunity to use the experience gained in this placement towards a vocational qualification in archaeological practice. The University of York is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. The bursary is £8,310 and is available from 1st October 2007. Further information and an application form are available from the University of York website: http://www.york.ac.uk/univ/mis/cfm/vacancies/vac_detail.cfm?vacno=BR07294&mo de=standard Vacancy reference: BR07294 regards, Judith --- Judith Winters Editor, Internet Archaeology http://intarch.ac.uk