Part-Time Environmental Supervisor for Archaeology Samples

University of Leicester; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking a part-time environmental supervisor to oversee the daily operations of sample processing. This role includes responsibilities such as flotation, residue sorting, data management, and maintaining equipment inventories. The ideal candidate will have extensive sample processing experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in IT, particularly Excel. This fixed-term position offers opportunities for professional development and contributions towards sustainability, while being part of a diverse community.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Excellent pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience of sample processing.
• Understanding of complexities with archaeological samples.
• Good communication and team working skills.
• Good IT skills, especially in Excel.
• Specialism in palaeoenvironmental archaeology is beneficial.
• Demonstrable experience of report writing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day to day running of the sample processing.
• Support those carrying out the processing.
• Implement safe working practices.

Job description

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking a part-time environmental supervisor to oversee the daily operations of sample processing. This role includes responsibilities such as flotation, residue sorting, data management, and maintaining equipment inventories. The ideal candidate will have extensive sample processing experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in IT, particularly Excel. This fixed-term position offers opportunities for professional development and contributions towards sustainability, while being part of a diverse community.