This email is to draw your attention to a great training opportunity for early career zooarchers. The details regarding closing and interview dates will be finalised very soon.
I shall post the final advert ASAP and I will answer what queries I can, please pass the info to anyone you feel would be interested (secondments from units is possible).
Jacqui
IFA Workplace Learning Bursary in the field of bioarchaeology (specialising in zooarchaeology) at Cardiff University
Salary: £16,139
Start Date: November 2006 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.
This is an excellent opportunity to receive training in all aspects of commercial bioarchaeology laboratory management and practise (specialising in zooarchaeology): including contract management, publicity, time management, the curation and development of the comparative collection as well as gaining specific experience in all stages of zooarchaeological research including the evaluation, assessment, recording, analysis and the production of reports for publication. 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.
Applicants should have a relevant degree or equivalent qualification and experience in identifying and recording faunal material along with computing experience. A proven ability to complete written reports is essential, as is the ability to take the initiative and work to a high standard and tight deadlines. The Bursary holder will be based in the zooarchaeology 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: Probably late Sept/early Oct
Interviews will probably be held in early November
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