We are currently looking to appoint an Environmental Assistant to support our in-house Post Excavation team. You will be based at our head office in Lincoln and will be working as part of a sizable team of experienced archaeologists on a variety of exciting projects.
Your main role will be processing environmental samples, usually on site but also potentially on site, with the potential to develop a specialism within this area. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to gain more experience and develop a career within Environmental Archaeology and Post Excavation within a busy and dynamic company.
From our head office in the thriving and affordable historic cathedral city, a stone's throw from the seaside and the spectacular scenery of the Lincolnshire Wolds, there are plenty of reasons to consider a job in Lincoln. With affordable housing, great schools and excellent transport links, we are ideally situated for reaching all of the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for those wishing to relocate or perhaps have a change in career direction. Whatever the reason, you will find Lincolnshire and Allen Archaeology to be a welcoming and diverse place to live and work.
In addition to the basic salary, you will receive:
- Enhanced sick pay after a qualifying period
- 28 days holiday pro rata (inclusive of public holidays)
- Occupational pension with employer’s contribution after a qualifying period
- 50% contribution to CIfA membership
- Additional day off for your Birthday
Essential:
- Basic knowledge of British archaeology
- Experience of working with environmental material either through study or work
- Experience or knowledge of archaeological sampling procedures
- Enthusiasm and a willingness to work in a team, learn and take instruction
- Fit and capable of undertaking physical work
- A courteous and professional manner
Desirable:
- A post-graduate degree in Environmental Archaeology
- Experience of processing archaeological environmental samples
- At least 3 months experience of UK commercial Archaeology
- Membership of CIfA at PCIfA level
- Full Driving Licence
To apply, please follow this link to submit your CV and Cover Letter:
References will not be approached without permission. Candidates’ applications will be reviewed upon receipt of their application and if successfully shortlisted, will be contacted to arrange an interview.
Allen Archaeology are an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community and is committed to promoting equality of opportunity. It is essential that all applicants must be either a British citizen, an EU National or hold a full work visa and where appropriate be registered under the ‘Worker Registration Scheme’ or hold a current work permit. Proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK will be required prior to commencement of employment. Proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK will be required prior to commencement of employment.
If you are more advanced in your career and have experience writing environmental reports, we'd also be interested in hearing from you and starting a conversation, so please reach out