Postdoctoral Fellow in African Archaeological Science in Cyprus

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as Post-Doctoral Research Fellow in the STARC Center.

The position is funded by the A. G. Leventis Foundation and implemented jointly by The Cyprus Institute (Cyprus) and the McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research, University of Cambridge (UK). It aims to develop science-based archaeology in sub-Saharan West Africa, broadly defined as the region from Morocco to Cameroon, through the employment of a scholar with long-term institutional connections in the region. The successful applicant should outline in their application a research project in any aspect of archaeological materials science and technology (e.g., ancient ceramics, archaeometallurgy, glass and pigments) based in the region, with the aim and commitment to maintain their academic career in this field. The ideal candidate will lead the development and implementation of the project in close discussion with their West African host organisation and the two PIs in Cyprus and the UK, respectively (Professors Thilo Rehren and Marcos Martinón-Torres). The specific details of the project, and hence the African partner institution, will be decided in discussion with the chosen researcher and other colleagues in the region.

DURATION

The position is fixed-term for 18 months, based at the Cyprus Institute in Nicosia (Cyprus). There is a non-guaranteed possibility of a subsequent 18-month fixed-term contract at the McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research, University of Cambridge (UK), in a comparable position and grade. Although not guaranteed, it is hoped that the role holder, upon completing their 18 months with the Cyprus Institute, will go on to hold this second, separate and non-continuous contract with the University of Cambridge.

SELECTION CRITERIA

• The track record, career objectives and research potential of the applicant as demonstrated by their cv, cover letter and project proposal;
• The impact and sustainability of the newly-developed archaeological science capacity in West Africa;
• The potential for long-term cooperation and network building across institutions.

QUALIFICATION

1. PhD in African Archaeology or African Prehistory or African History, or Environmental Archaeology or Archaeological Science with emphasis on West Africa, or Any other appropriate specialization relevant for the advertised post.
2. Publication track record as appropriate for the career stage
3. Basic or advanced science background relevant for the proposed project
4. This position is suitable for candidates who recently completed PhDs and for more experienced applicants
5. Fluency in English as an academic language
6. Experience in fieldwork in West Africa
7. Basic laboratory working experience
8. High level of communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt in a multicultural environment.

CITY – COUNTRY

Nicosa – Cyprus

ORGANISATION / COMPANY

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