Research Associate

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Research Associate to join the School of History, Archaeology and Religion. This role will be responsible in conducting research in multi-isotope analysis, working on Roman period faunal (and potentially archaeobotanical) remains to contribute to the study of the diet of the Roman army and the strategies of food production and provisioning on the frontiers. The research is part of the ERC Consolidator Grant ‘Feeding the Roman Army, Making the Empire’ and the role-holder will contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University, carrying out research leading to the publishing of high-quality research meeting the project’s aims as required by the project lead. To pursue excellence in research and to inspire others to do the same.

This is one of two post-doctoral research positions in isotope analysis and the two role holders will work together in sample preparation and analysis on different aspects of the project (e.g. geographical areas, material types or isotope systems) to be defined depending on the skillsets of the successful candidates.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week), is fixed term for 41 months, with a start date of 2nd September 2026 until 1st February 2030.

Cardiff University offers many excellent benefits, including 45 days annual leave (including bank holidays), blended working (meaning you will be able to work from home for some of your time), a cycle to work scheme and other travel initiatives, annual increments up the pay scale, and more. It is an exciting and vibrant place to work, with many different challenges and is a proud Living Wage supporter.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Professor Richard Madgwick - MadgwickRD3@cardiff.ac.uk.

Informal enquiries in relation to the recruitment / application process can be sent to Leah Fowler, HR Administrator – SHARE-HR@cardiff.ac.uk.

Salary: £41,064 - £46,049 per annum (Grade 6). We anticipate that this post will start at the bottom of grade. Closing date: Sunday, 21 June 2026

Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. We especially welcome and encourage applications from those from under-represented groups within the University workforce, such as those who identify as LGBT +, BAME or those with disabilities. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.