"Field Archaeologist (Fixed Term)"

Field Archaeologist (Fixed Term)

The Cambridge Archaeological Unit (CAU), part of the Department of Archaeology at the University of Cambridge, is recruiting Field Archaeologists for archaeological excavations, evaluations, and surveys throughout East Anglia. Sites include prehistoric landscapes, Iron Age and Roman settlements, and urban sites.

The CAU has several sites scheduled for Summer 2025 and Spring 2026, including evaluations and large-scale open area excavations. We are looking to recruit for 8 Field Archaeologist posts on 12-month fixed-term contracts.

Field Staff will assist in delivering fieldwork services to a professional standard and to strict deadlines.

Requirements:

Applicants must have a degree in Archaeology. A related subject degree will only be considered with sufficient practical on-site excavation experience.

Demonstrate interest and knowledge of British Archaeology and have some fieldwork experience, such as training excavations or work placements. Preference is given to those with commercial field archaeology experience.

Must be able to work professionally with colleagues and occasionally the public, follow archaeological briefs, CIfA best practice, H&S legislation, and meet client deadlines.

Successful applicants may have: a clean UK/EU Driving Licence, CIfA Membership, First Aid at Work qualification, or other H&S qualifications.

Please include details of projects worked on, fieldwork skills, and any specialisms in period specialisms, artefacts, environmental archaeology, illustration, or survey.

Roles are full-time, with a start by 30th September 2025. Applications are reviewed regularly, and the University may close the advert early once posts are filled. For future opportunities, contact the Administration team at cauhr@arch.cam.ac.uk.

We welcome applications from women and/or candidates from a BME background, as they are currently under-represented.