Research Assistant

3 weeks ago


Reading, United Kingdom University of Reading Full time

An outstanding researcher is sought to play a key role in the completion of the late Dr Lisa Lodwick’s research on Roman agriculture and the role of corn-dryers for publication by the Society for the Promotion of Roman Studies as a Britannia Monograph. The post-holder will work with Dr Mark McKerracher (Bodleian Library, Oxford) and Professor Michael Fulford to accomplish a range of tasks essential to the completion of the monograph. The successful applicant will be based in the Department of Archaeology in the School of Archaeology, Geography and Environmental Sciences at the University of Reading. **The role is for 10 months full-time but equivalent part-time working can be considered. Homeworking can also be considered.**

**Closing date: 25/02/2024**

**Interview date: 15/03/2024**

**Informal contact details**

**Alternative informal contact details**

**Contact role**:
Professor/line manager

**Contact role**:
Co-author/editor

**Contact name**:
Michael Fulford

**Contact name**:
Dr Mark McKerracher

**Contact phone**:
01183788048

**Contact phone**:
NA

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.


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