The Institute of Prehistory and Near Eastern Archaeology, University of Heidelberg is offering a position for a
research assistantship
(E13 TV-L part time position, 50%, temporary contract for 3 years)
We invite applications for a research assistant in Prehistoric
Archaeology/Bioarchaeology as part of a highly interdisciplinary research project
(„Food Cultures“, funded by the German Research Foundation, DFG) which investigates the relationship between palaeodiet, food technology and the spread of agriculture in
Southeastern Europe.
Responsibilities
This position is specifically intended to contribute information on the use of animal products at Early Neolithic sites in Southeastern Europe. The postholder will conduct analysis of organic residues from neolithic ceramic vessels and interpretation of the results. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree at the Faculty of Philosophy, University of Heidelberg.
Qualifications and skills
 a good first degree in Archaeology or related discipline
 a Master’s degree (at Merit level or International equivalent) in a relevant field of archaeological enquiry (Prehistoric Archaeology, Bioarchaeology, Molecular
Archaeology, Archaeological Sciences)
 demonstrable knowledge of organic geochemistry or organic/analytical chemistry
 strong interest and/or experience in organic residue analysis of prehistoric pottery
 good communication skills and proficiency in written and spoken English
 familiarity with the Neolithic period in Europe
How to Apply
Applications should include
 a full CV,
 a covering letter explaining the applicant’s interest in the topic and prior practical experience,
 transcripts of relevant studies, and
 two reference letters
Interested applicants are welcome to contact Mariya Ivanova ( ivanova@uniheidelberg.de
) for informal enquiries.
Send applications as a pdf file via email to Dr Mariya Ivanova: ivanova@uniheidelberg.de, or via regular mail to Institute of Prehistory and Near Eastern
Archaeology, University of Heidelberg, Marstallhof 4, 69117 Heidelberg, Germany.
References should be submitted by the referees directly in the form of a letter or emailed from their institutional email accounts.
The closing date for applications is 14 November 2013.

The University of Heidelberg seeks to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching. Qualified women are therefore strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
Persons with serious disabilities will be given preference, where qualifications are equivalent.
More information on FoodCultures www.foodcultures.net
More information about the University of Heidelberg Institute of Prehistory http://www.ufg-va.uni-hd.de