Call for Applications: 1 PhD Position in Archaeology at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M)

European Commission; España; Presencial; EUR 15.000 - 25.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A renowned educational institution in Spain seeks a PhD candidate for research in Archaeology, focusing on the history of rice diffusion and dietary practices from Roman and medieval periods. The candidate will also be engaged in teaching, thus enriching their academic profile while contributing to innovative research methodologies.

Formación

• Master's degree in Archaeology, History, or a related field required.
• Demonstrated research skills; laboratory experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in English; Spanish is advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct research on rice diffusion in Roman and medieval Spain.
• Teach one course per year (3 credits).
• Utilize analytical methods including use-wear and starch grain analysis.

Conocimientos

Research Skills

Critical Thinking

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in Spanish

Laboratory Work

Educación

Master’s degree in Archaeology, History, or related field

Descripción del empleo

Organisation/Company Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) Department Departamento de Humanidades: Historia, Geografía y Arte Research Field History » Archaeology Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Country Spain Application Deadline 22 Aug 2025 - 00:00 (Europe/Madrid) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The PhD candidate will join a project that integrates textual analysis, experimental archaeology, and detailed investigations of Roman and medieval archaeological sites in Spain. The research aims to provide new insights into the history of rice diffusion in Spain, as well as into Roman and medieval dietary practices. Analytical methods will include but are not limited to use-wear analysis, starch grain analysis, and phytolith analysis. The PhD candidate will also be expected to teach one course (3 credits) per year.

This contract is funded by the Community of Madrid, within the framework of the 2024 César Nombela Call for Proposals to Attract Research Talent. File number: 2024-T1/PH-HUM-31586.

To be admitted to this selection process, it is essential to submit your application to the call published at UC3M ( https://www.uc3m.es/empleo/pdi ), with reference ( I14-2025 ).

Interested candidates must first register for the PhD program at UC3M (open year-round) and follow the instructions provided in the call published on the university website. The candidate must meet the following qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in Archaeology, History, or a related field.
• Demonstrated research skills; experience in laboratory work is a plus.
• Proficiency in English; Spanish is an advantage.
• Independent and critical thinking.
• Please also check the university website for other requirements.