 |
 |
IFA Workplace Learning Bursary in the field of bioarchaeology (specialising in osteoarchaeology) at Cardiff University Salary: £16,945 fixed term Start Date: Autumn 2008 Duration: 12 months Applications are invited for an HLF-funded IFA Workplace Learning Bursary at Cardiff University in the field of bioarchaeology under the supervision of Senior Lecturer Dr Jacqui Mulville and Research Associate, Ms Adrienne Powell. The successful candidate will also benefit from the support of previous Bursary Holder, Richard Madgwick, as ‘placement buddy’. This is an excellent opportunity to receive training in all aspects of commercial bioarchaeology laboratory management and practise (specialising in osteoarchaeology): including contract management, publicity, time management, the curation and development of the comparative collection as well as gaining specific experience in all stages of osteological research including the evaluation, assessment, recording, analysis and the production of reports for publication. Part of this training will be focused on the assessment and analysis of the cremated remains (human and/or animal) recovered from the Anglo-Saxon cemetery at Cleatham, Lincolnshire. The successful candidate will also be trained in the role of bioarchaeologists in the field, and will be encouraged to attend an excavation. There may also be an opportunity to use the experience gained in this placement towards a vocational qualification in archaeological practice. We welcome applicants with experience in identifying and recording osteological material, who have a relevant qualification (or equivalent experience) along with computing experience. A proven ability to complete written reports is essential. The Bursary holder will be based in the Osteoarchaeology laboratory within the School of History and Archaeology, University of Cardiff, Cardiff, Wales. IFA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. Closing date for applications: Thursday 15th May 2008 Interviews will be held on: Friday 27th June 2008 For further details and application information, please visit www.archaeologists.net. If you have any application queries please contact [log in to unmask] or [log in to unmask]