GEOARCHAEOLOGIST/SENIOR GEOARCHAEOLOGIST

Archaeological Research Services Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research services firm in the UK is seeking a Geoarchaeologist/Senior Geoarchaeologist to join their Specialist Services team in Sheffield. This permanent role involves working on archaeological projects, utilizing advanced techniques for sediment profiling, and delivering high-quality reports. Ideal candidates will have excellent writing skills and a background in geomorphic mapping. The company offers a competitive salary, bonuses, a robust pension scheme, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Pension contribution

Life assurance cover

Career progression training

Health cash plan

Discounts on health and fitness

28 days annual leave

Accommodation for away work

Full PPE and branded workwear

CIfA subscription fees covered

Qualifications

• Professional and motivated Geoarchaeologist with excellent organisational and writing skills.
• Proficiency in producing reports and undertaking geomorphic mapping.
• Knowledge of British archaeology and ability to contextualise geoarchaeological data.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to commercial and research projects in archaeology.
• Deliver work to deadline, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Engage in remote-working arrangements when appropriate.

Skills

Sediment logging

Monolith sampling

Report writing

Geomorphic mapping

Advanced Sediment Profiling techniques

Tools

Gamma Spectrometer

pXRF

Magnetic susceptibility instrumentation

sedaDNA sampling

Job description

GEOARCHAEOLOGIST/SENIOR GEOARCHAEOLOGIST

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About The Role

Permanent position following 6‑month probation. Archaeological Research Services Ltd is recruiting a Geoarchaeologist/Senior Geoarchaeologist to join our Specialist Services team. Applications are invited for a professional, highly motivated and capable Geoarchaeologist who is well‑organised, detail‑oriented, with excellent writing skills and strong sediment logging, monolith sampling, and interpretation skills. Proficiency in producing reports, using IT, undertaking geomorphic mapping and, ideally, creating deposit models is required. Experience using state‑of‑the‑art equipment for Advanced Sediment Profiling (pOSL, Gamma Spectrometer, pXRF, magnetic susceptibility instrumentation, and sedaDNA sampling) is highly valued. The post is based at our Bakewell offices and Sheffield environmental unit, with travel for meetings, site visits and training as appropriate. Remote‑working arrangements may be discussed. Responsibilities include contributing to commercial and research‑based archaeological projects and delivering work to deadline. Additional specialisms such as plant macrofossils, wood identifications or pollen are welcomed. Knowledge of British archaeology is helpful, as is the ability to contextualise geoarchaeological data and sites regionally and nationally.

In return, we offer an exciting range of employee benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 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 covering a wide range of services and financial support
• Discounts and rewards on health, fitness and entertainment
• 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Additional annual leave awarded according to length of service
• Accommodation provided for away work with subsistence
• Full personal protective equipment and company branded workwear
• 100% of CIfA subscription fees and related professional expenses

To apply

Visit our website www.archaeologicalresearchservices.com/about-us/careers/, download the application form, fill it in, and submit all required documents below to [e-mail]. If you would like to discuss the post with us, please ring 01629 814540 and ask for ‘personnel’.

Applicants Must Complete And Send In

• Covering letter of 250 words on why you consider yourself a suitable candidate
• Full CV
• Application form (downloadable from our website)
• Equal opportunities form (optional)

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Research Services

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