Project Officer (Post-Excavation), Cambridge Office

Oxford Archaeology; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

LGPS access

Generous annual leave

Hybrid working

CIfA fees paid

Employee wellness program

Cycle to work

Eye test vouchers

Job summary

Oxford Archaeology in Cambridge is seeking a Project Officer for our Post-Excavation team. The role focuses on post-excavation analysis, interpretation, and publication, reporting to the Regional Head of Post-Excavation.

The position offers a permanent, full-time role with flexible hybrid working, a competitive salary of £36,837–£42,640, and opportunities for career development within a large European archaeology practice.

Qualifications

• Experience of post-excavation work and the writing of archaeological reports.
• Good understanding of archaeological stratigraphy and interpretation.
• Thorough knowledge of British archaeology.
• Ability to undertake academic research on relevant subjects.
• Experience with MS Office and database tools; familiarity with AutoCAD/GIS.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Valid driving licence beneficial.
• Membership of CIfA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Post-excavation analysis leading to publication.
• Writing and editing grey literature reports and publications.
• Assisting in project programme management, liaising with stakeholders and monitoring progress and budget.

Skills

Post-excavation analysis

Archaeological reporting

Microsoft Office

GIS familiarity

AutoCAD familiarity

Team collaboration

Health and safety

Drive licence

Education

Degree in archaeology or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Access

Job description

Project Officer (Post-Excavation), Cambridge Office

Permanent appointment

Salary range £36,837-£42,640 (depending on experience)

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.

The Position:

We are seeking a Project Officer to join our highly successful and respected Post-Excavation team in Bar Hill, 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, although part-time or flexible working may be considered.

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.

Position Requirements

• Experience of post-excavation work and the writing of archaeological reports, especially in a commercial environment.
• Good understanding of archaeological stratigraphy and the interpretation of excavated sites.
• Thorough knowledge of British archaeology.
• The ability to undertake academic research on relevant subjects.
• Experience of a range of software packages including Microsoft Office and Access databases, together with familiarity with AutoCAD and/or GIS
• The ability to work independently when required but also to operate as part of a team.
• Good organisational and administrative 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.
• Expertise in one or more categories of artefact 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, preferable at the ACIfA level.

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

Employee benefits:

• Competitive, constantly benchmarked, salary range£36,837 to £42,640: 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 with; 24-26 days (depending on years of service) plus three 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 and a network of mental health first aiders.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free DSE eye test with a voucher towards VDU-only glasses (via Specsavers) where required.

The Job Description is available on request.

Closing Date: 30th September 2026

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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