PhD Researcher in Archaeobotany: Neolithic Plant Use in Finland

University of Helsinki; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Doctoral Researcher in Archaeobotany at the University of Helsinki will conduct an independent PhD project within the NeoPlant programme, focusing on archaeobotanical plant macroremains from Neolithic contexts in Finland. The role involves collection, processing, analysis, and interpretation of plant remains, and collaboration with a broad research group.

Training will be provided where needed. The project offers a full‑time, fixed‑term contract for 36 months, with a salary between 3400–3900

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in archaeology, archaeobotany, palaeoecology, biology, or environmental archaeology.
• Strong interest in prehistoric plant use and the transition to farming.
• Ability to undertake doctoral research and complete a PhD within the project period.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary research team.
• Previous experience in archaeobotanical analysis is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conducting doctoral research within NeoPlant themes.
• Analysing and identifying archaeological plant macroremains.
• Participating in archaeological sampling and sample processing.
• Managing and analysing archaeobotanical and archaeological datasets.
• Integrating archaeobotanical results with other evidence.
• Publishing results in international peer‑reviewed journals.
• Presenting research at national and international conferences.
• Collaborating with NeoPlant research group.

Skills

Independent researcher

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Analytical thinking

Good English communication

Archaeobotany interest

Education

Master's degree or equivalent in archaeology/archaeobotany/palaeoecology/biology/environmental archaeology

Tools

GIS

Microscopy

Laboratory work

Radiocarbon dating

Job description

The Doctoral Researcher in Archaeobotany at the University of Helsinki will conduct an independent PhD project within the NeoPlant programme, focusing on archaeobotanical plant macroremains from Neolithic contexts in Finland. The role involves collection, processing, analysis, and interpretation of plant remains, and collaboration with a broad research group.

Training will be provided where needed. The project offers a full‑time, fixed‑term contract for 36 months, with a salary between 3400–3900