Research Scientist I

University Of Massachusetts

Boston, MA, US
Grade: 32; range available via link; not specified...
On-site
Ph.d. in anthropology or archaeology
1-3 years archaeological project experience
Specialized skills in artifact conservation or archaeometric analysis
The incumbent will establish an independent research program as a Project Director or Principal Investigator for archaeological projects

Job Summary

  • The incumbent will establish an independent research program as a Project Director or Principal Investigator for archaeological projects.
  • The role requires mentoring graduate students, directing thesis projects, and serving on the Historical Archaeology Graduate Program Committee.
  • Candidates must demonstrate specialized expertise in areas such as residue analysis, stable isotope analysis, geoarchaeology, or XRF.

Matching Summary

The incumbent will establish an independent research program as a Project Director or Principal Investigator for archaeological projects.

Salary

Grade: 32; Range available via link; Not specified exact figures

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in anthropology or archaeology
  • 1-3 years archaeological project experience
  • Specialized skills in artifact conservation or archaeometric analysis
  • Ability to develop research plans and budgets
  • Experience supervising graduate students

Nice-to-have

  • Focus on processes shaping the modern world
  • Willingness to engage public/collaborative archaeology
  • Success in peer-reviewed publications
  • Grant proposal writing success
  • Strong organizational and communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. degree in anthropology, archaeology, or related field
  • Minimum one to three years of archaeological project experience
  • Specialized skills in innovative archaeological materials or analysis
  • Proven ability to secure external funding sources

Work Rights

Not specified

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