GEOARCHAEOLOGIST/SENIOR GEOARCHAEOLOGIST
Archaeological Research Services Ltd
Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
Information Technology
Permanent position following 6-month probation
Archaeological Research Services Ltd are recruiting a Geoarchaeologist/Senior Geoarchaeologist to join our highly regarded Specialist Services team.
Applications are invited for a professional, highly motivated and capable Geoarchaeologist. Are you a well-organised geoarchaeologist with attention to detail and excellent writing skills? We are looking for someone who has strong sediment logging, monolith sampling and interpretation skills, is proficient at producing reports, using IT and able to undertake geomorphic mapping and, ideally, create deposit models. We have developed a unique suite of techniques using state of the art equipment that allows us to undertake our ‘Advanced Sediment Profiling’ using pOSL, Gamma Spectrometer, pXRF and mag susc instrumentation, together with sampling for sedaDNA. This is a unique integrated offering and puts our geoarchaeologists at the front of field analysis. This post will be based at our Bakewell offices and Sheffield environmental unit, with travel for meetings, site visits and training as appropriate although there may be room for discussing remote-working arrangements. You will be responsible for contributing work on commercial and research-based archaeological projects. Any additional specialisms, such as plant macrofossils, wood IDs or pollen would be welcomed. A thorough knowledge of British archaeology is helpful and the ability to ‘make sense’ of geoarchaeological data and sites and place them in their regional/national context. You must be able to work as an effective team member who can be relied on to deliver to deadlines. We are a high performing company with a professional and friendly culture and with many outstanding performers. We maintain a high commitment to staff development and training and look forward to supporting career development and developing people to be the best they can be.
In return, we offer an exciting range of employee benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Bonus scheme linked to achieving Company performance targets
- Attractive Company pension contribution
- Life assurance cover
- Sector-leading commitment to training and career progression
- Member of the Company’s health cash plan which includes a wide range of health services and financial support
- Discounts and rewards on health, fitness and entertainment
- 28 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Additional annual leave awarded according to accrued length of service
- Accommodation provided for away work with subsistence
- Full personal protective equipment and Company branded workwear
- 100% of CIfA subscription fees etc.
Applicants Must Complete And Send In
- Covering letter comprising 250 words on why you consider yourself a suitable candidate.
- Full CV
- Application form (downloadable from our website)
- Equal opportunities form (optional)
About the company
Company website•Research Services
Welcome to the UK’s quality archaeological services provider. Whether you require consultancy, fieldwork or specialist services ARS Ltd can provide you with the complete solution. Our highly skilled staff include heritage consultants, historic building specialists, field archaeologists, experts in finds analysis and environmental archaeology and our design team who produce exhibitions, display boards, books and reconstructions.
We routinely work with a wide range of commercial clients on both large and small jobs, as well as national and local government, national parks, universities, charities, museums, the Heritage Lottery Fund, community groups and others. Please browse our website which contains information about our commercial archaeological services and resources for schools, researchers and the public.Archaeological Research Services Ltd. is a provider of commercial heritage services dedicated to client delivery and enrichment of society.
At ARS Ltd we are more than archaeologists, we are also experienced business people who seek to add value to our clients’ projects. As a successful company we pride ourselves on our joined-up professional service, our record of delivery and the trusting relationships we build with our clients. We are committed to sustainable development and maintaining our high environmental standards, so you can rely on us to strengthen your supply chain environmental credentials and deliver significant additions to your sustainability record.
Our greatest strength is our team of dedicated professionals. If you would like to develop your career in archaeology, grow to be the best you can be, and have what it takes to be part of our high-performing team, then we’d love to hear from you.
Our Vision:
A world-class heritage services provider.
Our Mission:
Investigate archaeological remains to create value, inspiration and historical knowledge for our clients and society.