Senior Scientific Officer

Archaeological Research Services Ltd; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading archaeological consulting firm seeks archaeological scientists/surveyors to join their Specialist Services team as Scientific Officers. The role, based in the Bakewell and Sheffield offices, involves collecting and interpreting data from varied sites across the UK. Applicants should have experience in geophysical and drone surveying, along with excellent data analysis skills within a GIS environment. Competitive salary, benefits, and a full UK driving licence are required.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Attractive company pension contribution

Life assurance cover

Commitment to training and career progression

Health cash plan

Discounts on health and fitness

28 days annual leave

Accommodation for away work

Full personal protective equipment

100% contribution to CIfA subscription fees

Qualifications

• Experience or specialization in geophysical surveying, drone surveying, geomatics, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of British archaeology is helpful.
• Excellent data analysis skills within a GIS environment.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and meet deadlines.
• Possession of a valid full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Collect geophysical, UAV-derived, geochemical and magnetic susceptibility survey data.
• Process, visualise and interpret data, producing quality technical reports.
• Deliver workload on schedule and work effectively as part of a team.
• Participate in landscape, walkover and topographical surveys.
• Support innovative approaches for clients within the Landscape Prospection Service.

Skills

Geophysical surveying

Drone surveying

Geomatics

Aerial mapping

Landscape survey

Landscape geochemistry

GIS

Data analysis

Job description

About the Role

Archaeological Research Services Ltd needs archaeological scientists/surveyors to join our Specialist Services team as Scientific Officers and Senior Scientific Officers. The role will be based at our Bakewell and Sheffield offices, with travel for surveys, site visits and training as appropriate. A full UK driving licence is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Collect geophysical, UAV-derived, geochemical and magnetic susceptibility survey data from varied sites across the UK.
• Process, visualise and interpret the data, and produce quality technical reports.
• Deliver workload on schedule and work effectively as part of a team.
• Participate in landscape, walkover and topographical surveys, as well as other scientific and survey applications.
• Support the Kings‑Award winning Landscape Prospection Service by applying innovative, tailored approaches for clients.

Qualifications

• Professional and highly motivated, with experience or specialism in one or more of geophysical surveying, drone surveying, geomatics, aerial mapping, landscape survey, landscape geochemistry or GIS.
• Strong understanding of British archaeology is helpful.
• Excellent data analysis skills within a GIS environment.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and meet deadlines.
• Possession of a valid full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme linked to company performance targets.
• Attractive company pension contribution.
• Life assurance cover.
• Sector‑leading commitment to training and career progression.
• Health cash plan providing a wide range of health services and financial support.
• Discounts and rewards on health, fitness and entertainment.
• 28 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays) with additional leave based on length of service.
• Accommodation provided for away work, with subsistence allowance.
• Full personal protective equipment and company branded workwear.
• 100% contribution to CIfA subscription fees.

To Apply

Download, complete and submit all required documentation below and email to [e-mail]. If you would like to discuss the post, call 01629 814540 and ask for “personnel”.

Application Requirements

• Covering letter (250 words) explaining why you consider yourself a suitable candidate.
• Application Form with names and full contact details of two references.
• Full CV.
• Equal Opportunities Form (optional).