Beschreibung

As a PhD student in Evolutionary Anthropology, you will engage in groundbreaking research on modern human evolution, applying advanced methodologies in palaeoproteomics and collaborating with international teams across various archaeological sites in Africa.

Anforderungen

• •Relevant Bachelor and Masters degree in archaeology, prehistoric archaeology, zooarchaeology, or biomolecular archaeology
• •Interest in gaining hands-on expertise in biomolecular archaeology, especially ZooMS, radiocarbon and stable isotope analyses
• •Ability to travel and spend parts of the studentship in the field/museums and the laboratory
• •Strong interest in prehistoric archaeology (Palaeolithic/Stone Age)
• •Excellent communication skills, including report writing, publications, and presentations
• •Fluency in English
• •Previous or current collaborations with African institutions and archaeological teams
• •Fieldwork experience in Palaeolithic sites, zooarchaeology, ZooMS
• •Experience in the use of databases and IT

Aufgaben

• •Develop methodologies for palaeoproteomic analyses
• •Apply scientific methods like radiocarbon dating and stable isotope geochemistry
• •Record and sample archaeological material for analysis
• •Perform scientific analyses such as ZooMS and dating
• •Travel to field sites in Africa and liaise with research teams
• •Collaborate on projects involving archaeological science and genetics
• •Write and prepare scientific reports and journal articles
• •Present conference papers and posters
• •Represent the group at external meetings and seminars

Benefits