York Archaeology delivers commercial archaeological services from offices at York, Sheffield and Nottingham. The organisation combines world famous heritage attractions with excavation, survey, consultancy, expert conservation services, research and an unmatched commitment to dissemination, engagement and public benefit.
We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for imaginative and dynamic individuals as part of our expansion of our Geoarchaeology team. We are looking for geoarchaeologists at all grades and would welcome those looking to transition into the discipline with a strong fieldwork background. To help in our mission, we require people with the character and skills to deliver commercial contracts cost-effectively and to the satisfaction of clients. Just as importantly we are looking for someone with the ambition, enthusiasm and drive, to use this platform of discovery to help build the connections and to secure positive social impacts using science and heritage.
We are hiring at all grades and these roles would be based at either the York or Nottingham offices. Our team works across the country to deliver specialist geoarchaeological services, but we are committed to increased flexibility, both in cross-office working and a hybrid home/office approach.
As part of our team you will have the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled geoarchaeology and heritage professionals, who specialise in a wide range of archaeological sub-disciplines including conservation, wetland archaeology, geomatics and Lidar, archaeobotany, aerial photography and spatial analysis.
If you feel you have demonstrable relevant experience and skills, or indeed untapped potential and are ready for a change, get in touch and explore the possibilities.
Essential criteria:
- Degree in Geoarchaeology, Quaternary Science or relevant subject or equivalent experience;
- For managers/Project Officers a detailed understanding of British commercial archaeology, and geoarchaeological field techniques and methodologies;
- For supervisors an understanding of British commercial archaeology, and geoarchaeological techniques and methodologies, appropriate to the level of application
- Computer literacy, including CAD/GIS and, for PM/PO level applicants, ideally, Rockworks software with experience of deposit modelling;
- Ability to work without close supervision, excellent organisational skills and an ability to work under pressure;
- Ability to carry out prolonged manual work in an outdoor environment sometimes in inclement weather;
- Driving licence.
Desirable criteria:
For Project Officers
- Familiarity and/or ability to undertake geoarchaeological laboratory work (potentially including pollen, insects, microfossils, molluscs, micromorphology, sediment analysis, OSL dating etc);
- Strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
For Managers
- Creativity in designing and implementing improved systems and processes.
- Experience of report writing to publication level;
- To lead, motivate, and support positive morale within teams;
- Experience of initiation, costing and management of geoarchaeology projects of varying complexity.
What we offer:
An opportunity to help deliver the vision and become part of a ground-breaking adventure to push the boundaries of what geoarchaeology and cultural heritage can offer in the UK and beyond.
Further details on York Archaeology’s Recruitment, Rewards and Benefits can be found at - https://www.yorkarchaeology.co.uk/jobs
A full job description and person specification are available at - https://www.yorkarchaeology.co.uk/jobs
Application: Please send a CV and Covering Letter to kkrawiec@yorkat.co.uk
Closing Date: 12 September 2025