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Organisation/Company: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona Department: Department of Prehistory Research Field: History » Prehistory; History » Archaeology Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions: Postdoc Positions Application Deadline: 9 Sep 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid) Country: Spain Type of Contract: Temporary Job Status: Full-time Hours Per Week: 37,5 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff…
position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
Job position
Postdoctoral Position in Prehistoric Archaeology and Zooarchaeology
Job position requirements (skills/languages/required experience)
- PhD in Prehistoric Archaeology.
- Specialised training or research experience in zooarchaeology.
- Demonstrable research experience in the prehistory of the La Garrotxa volcanic region, particularly in relation to Neolithisation processes.
- Proven expertise in the zooarchaeological analysis of prehistoric faunal assemblages, including taxonomic and anatomical identification, biometric, taphonomic and demographic analyses.
- Experience in archaeological excavation and survey.
- Experience in the three-dimensional documentation and recording of archaeological materials and structures using high-precision 3D scanners and in processing digital models.
- Track record of scientific publications in prehistoric archaeology, zooarchaeology or fields related to the project, together with experience presenting research findings at scientific conferences and participating in knowledge-transfer and public-engagement activities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team, coordinate fieldwork and laboratory tasks, and meet project objectives within established deadlines.
- Proficiency in spoken and written Catalan and Spanish.
- Sufficient command of English for reading and writing scientific texts and communicating in academic contexts.
Benefits
26.820,60 € (Gross annual)
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must hold a PhD in Prehistoric Archaeology by the application deadline and meet the essential research and language requirements specified above.
- Academic record and suitability of training: 20 points
- PhD in Prehistoric Archaeology: up to 15 points; Additional training related to archaeozoology: up to 5 points
- Professional and research experience: 70 points
- Research experience in prehistoric archaeology of the volcanic area of La Garrotxa, particularly in relation to Neolithisation processes: up to 20 points; Experience in the archaeozoological analysis of prehistoric faunal assemblages, including taxonomic and anatomical identification, biometry, taphonomy, and the study of demographic profiles: up to 30 points; Experience in archaeological excavations and surveys at the sites included in project ARQ001SOLC-261-2025: up to 15 points; Experience in the 3D documentation and recording of archaeological materials and in processing models using VXelements software: up to 5 points
- Scientific output and dissemination of results: 10 points
- Scientific publications in prehistoric archaeology and archaeozoology, or in fields related to the project topic: up to 5 points; Presentation of results at conferences and scientific meetings, and participation in knowledge transfer or outreach activities: up to 5 points
Minimum score required to pass the selection process: 60
Selection process
A single phase of curricular evaluation and, if necessary, a second phase of interview.
To validate this request, you must validate the form that is accessed at the URL https://seleccio.uab.cat/.
Any application that is not submitted in this way will not be included in the selection process.
Where to apply
Website: https://seleccio.uab.cat/
Requirements
Research Field: History » Prehistory; Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Research Field: History » Archaeology; Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Languages: Spanish — Level: Excellent
Languages: Catalan — Level: Excellent
Languages: English — Level: Good
Additional Information
Additional comments
Reference Offer: 2026DILIFRUA89
You will find the bases of the call in the following link: https://tauler.seu-e.cat/detall?idEns=11&idEdicte=645613
To validate your request, please complete the form available at https://seleccio.uab.cat/. Applications not submitted through this link will not be considered in the selection process.
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: UAB
Country: Spain
State/Province: Barcelona
City: Cerdanyola del Vallès
Postal Code: 08193
Contact
State/Province: Barcelona
City: Cerdanyola del Valles - Barcelona
Website: http://www.uab.cat/
Street: Campus Bellaterra - Edifici Rectorat
Postal Code: 08193
E-Mail: agp.financament.especific@uab.cat
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