University assistant predoctoral

The predoctoral assistant is expected to participate in ongoing research projects and develop a dissertation on Iron Age burial or settlement features. The integration and understanding of bioarchaeological data is a prerequisite. We offer the opportunity to work in an international and interdisciplinary team with a range of theoretical and methodological approaches and research traditions. Participation in research, teaching and administration:

• Participation in research projects
• Participation in publications / scientific articles / lecturing activities
• Completion of a dissertation agreement within 12 months is expected
• Participation in and independent teaching of courses to the extent of the provisions of the collective agreement
• Supervision of students
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• Successful applicants will have a Master's degree in Prehistory and Historical Archaeology or a related discipline in hand before starting the position
• You have knowledge of bioarchaeology, geoarchaeology, or materials science gained through education or practical experience (e.g., master’s thesis, field school, work on a relevant research project)
• You have experience using microscopy in your field of research (e.g., botany, zoology, micromorphology, use-wear analysis)
• You will have excavation experience, including experience in digital documentation, interpretation and reporting
• Knowledge of digital image processing and geographic information systems (preferably QGIS) is desirable
• You will have advanced knowledge of German (C1) after the initial contract period
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