PROJECT OFFICER – POST EXCAVATION

Oxford Archaeology; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading archaeological practice is seeking a Project Officer for its Post Excavation team in Cambridge. This full-time role involves conducting post-excavation analyses, managing project reports, and supporting various archaeological investigations, while offering a competitive salary range and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme with employer contributions

Professional development opportunities

Generous annual leave

Flexible and part-time working options

Qualifications

• Experience in post-excavation and archaeological report writing.
• Strong knowledge of British archaeology needed.
• Ability to work independently but also within a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct post-excavation analysis leading to publications.
• Write and edit grey literature reports and publications.
• Assist in managing project programs and stakeholder liaisons.

Skills

Post-excavation work

Archaeological report writing

Understanding of archaeological stratigraphy

Good communication skills

Good organisational skills

Education

Degree in archaeology or related discipline

Job description

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£35,250-£40,803

Oxford Archaeology is one of the largest independent archaeological practices in Europe. We work on exciting and varied projects, offering real opportunities for long term employment and career development. We have offices in Oxford, Lancaster and Cambridge and are a registered charity. We are interested in hearing from applicants at varying stages in their career. We will make appointments at the upper end of the salary range for those with the right skills and experience.

About The Role

Permanent appointment

Salary range £35,250-£40,803

Oxford Archaeology is one of the largest independent archaeological practices in Europe. We work on exciting and varied projects, offering real opportunities for long term employment and career development. We have offices in Oxford, Lancaster and Cambridge and are a registered charity. We are interested in hearing from applicants at varying stages in their career. We will make appointments at the upper end of the salary range for those with the right skills and experience.

The Position

We are seeking a Project Officer to join our highly successful and respected Post-Excavation team in Cambridge. The postholder will report to the Regional Head of Post-Excavation and will contribute to a range of archaeological investigations and projects. The Project Officer will carry out stratigraphic analysis and the interpretation, analysis and presentation of project data. They will work primarily in post-excavation analysis and publication, but will also provide research support for other departments as required.

This post is offered as a full-time role. Hybrid working is also possible.

The role will encompass varied responsibilities, the key aspects of which are:

• Post-excavation analysis leading to publication.
• Writing and editing grey literature reports and publications (including journal articles, monographs and digital publications).
• Assisting in the management of the programme for specific projects, including liaison with a range of stakeholders and monitoring of progress and budget.
  
  

Essential

Position Requirements

• Experience of post-excavation work and the writing of archaeological reports.
• Good understanding of archaeological stratigraphy and the interpretation of excavated sites.
• Thorough knowledge of British archaeology.
• Excellent written English.
• The ability to undertake academic research on relevant subjects.
• The ability to work independently when required but also to operate as part of a team.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Good communication skills.
• A degree (or equivalent experience) in archaeology, archaeological science or a related discipline.
• The ability to operate with regard to health and safety legislation and any related policies and procedures.
  
  

Desirable

• Expertise in one or more categories of artefact (particularly lithics or Roman pottery) or in another archaeological specialism.
• Experience of copy-editing or proof-reading of publications.
• The ability to drive.
  
  

Applicants should be members, or eligible for membership, of the CIfA, preferably at the ACIfA level.

In return, we offer an exciting range of employee benefits.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive, constantly benchmarked, salary range £35,250 – £40,803: appointments will be made based on demonstrated ability, previous experience and CIfA membership if appropriate.
• A company pension scheme with 6% employer contributions. Employees with 10 years of employment or in project management roles gaining access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is one of the few remaining defined benefit schemes in the UK.
• Continued professional development is strongly encouraged through a very supportive approach to further training and education, attendance of and contribution to conferences, and involvement with academic institutions.
• Generous annual leave from 24 days (depending on years of service and spinal salary point) plus concessionary days at Christmas and Bank Holidays.
• A generous hybrid working policy is in place, dependant on role, and a considerate approach is taken to flexible and part-time working where appropriate to the role, individuals’ personal circumstances, and the needs of the business.
• We pay 100% of CIfA subscription fees.
• Comprehensive care for employee welfare through a number of policies, including: the AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Premier, generous paid sick leave, a network of mental health first aiders, and personal accident insurance.
• Cycle to work scheme
  
  

For further information about the role, please contact Elizabeth Popescu by phone [phone]) or email: [e-mail]

The Job Description Is Available On Request.

If you would like to join the team please apply by completing an application form:

https://surveys.oxfordarchaeology.com/index.php/967128

Please enclose a CV and covering letter with your application.

Closing Date: Sunday 15th June 2025

Oxford Archaeology is an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications are judged on the relevant skills and experience of the candidate, and not by gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, belief, age, nationality (other than where work permits may be required), or ethnicity. You must meet the requirements to live and work in the UK by UK Visas and Immigration.

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