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4 months ago
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31 December 2026 in the first instance.
This is a unique opportunity to join a leading team of archaeological and heritage scientists around the newly-refurbished Cambridge Heritage Science Hub (CHERISH). We seek a rigorous, creative and collaborative researcher who is keen to both benefit from, and contribute to, our critical mass.
The post holder is expected to work primarily at the McDonald Institute and the University Library in Cambridge but also including brief trips to Birmingham and other locations. Key responsibilities will include the advanced imaging, chemical, micromorphological and microscopic analysis of steel typographic punches in the Baskerville collection, in addition to contributions to engagement with craftspeople, typeface designers, and the broader public.
The Research Associate in Heritage Science will lead on the characterisation and analysis of the collection of around 2,750 punches in the Baskerville collection, with special emphasis on microscopic (3D digital microscopy and SEM), metallographic, and elemental analyses (by SEM-EDS). They will work closely with other team members conducting 3D scanning, photogrammetry and RTI, in addition to other forms of analysis and replication.
Appointment at Research Associate level is dependent on having a PhD (or equivalent experience). Those who have submitted but not yet received their PhD will be appointed at Research Assistant level, which will be amended to Research Associate once the PhD has been awarded.
Salary Ranges: Research Assistant £29,605 - £33,966 Research Associate: £36,024 - £44,263
The role holder is expected to possess some research experience with sufficient breadth and depth of specialist knowledge, including research methods and theoretical frameworks, to work within and enrich the research programme. The post is suitable for researchers with a background in materials science and metallurgy, archaeometallurgy, heritage science, or related disciplines, with an interest in past technologies, advanced imaging and the characterisation of small metal objects.
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