Archaeologist, Roman Pottery Trainee

About the role

This post sits within the ASE Post-Excavation section which includes processors, artefact and environmental specialists, illustrators, archivists, and project managers. Working with experienced pottery specialists, this trainee post will provide structured and supervised training in the specialist area of Roman pottery. The postholder will learn how to identify and record Roman pottery, predominately based on assemblages from south-east and eastern England. Training will be provided in order to equip the postholder with the necessary knowledge and skills to undertake the duties of the role. These will be introduced over a period of time dependent on the competencies of the postholder.

About you

The postholder will hold a relevant degree in Archaeology (or related subject) and will have a good working knowledge of British archaeology with a demonstrable interest in Roman pottery. Candidates should be proficient in the use of MS office and demonstrate a methodical working practice with the handling and processing of data. Candidates should be open to training and have a willingness to learn. They should also be committed to UCL's policy of equal opportunity and be able to work as part of a diverse team. Please provide a clear statement in response to each of the selection criteria, which shows how your qualifications, experience and training fit each of them. Please provide one or two sentences addressing each criterion (it is expected that more detailed evidence will be available in your CV). It would be very helpful if you could order this statement in line with the selection criteria in the “Person Specification” at the end of the Job description. Your responses to all the selection criteria form an essential part of the selection process and a failure to provide this information will mean that the application will not be considered. An answer to any of the criteria such as 'Please see attached CV' will not be considered acceptable.

What we offer

SALARY: £28, - £29, (Including London Allowance) As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) Hybrid Final Salary Pension SchemeCycle to work scheme and season ticket loan Paid travel time (when applicable)High quality accommodation when working awaySubsistence payments of £15 per nightH&S training relevant for your roleHigh quality PPE and site welfare providedAnnual appraisal and funded CPD opportunitiesEnhanced maternity, paternity and adoption payEmployee assistance programme: Staff Support ServiceDiscounted medical insurance