Project Supervisor (Post-Excavation), Cambridge Office

Oxford Archaeology; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Hybrid working policy

CIfA fees covered

Annual leave 21-24 days

Cycle to work

Eye care support

Job summary

Oxford Archaeology invites applications for the Project Supervisor (Post-Excavation) at the Cambridge Office. The role focuses on post-excavation analysis, data interpretation and publication, with potential flexibility in working patterns.

The successful candidate will contribute to a range of projects and may support other departments as needed. Applicants should have post-excavation experience, a degree in archaeology, and familiarity with software such as MS Office, Access, AutoCAD or GIS.

Qualifications

• Experience of post-excavation work and writing archaeological reports.
• Good understanding of archaeological stratigraphy and interpretation of excavated sites.
• Thorough knowledge of British archaeology.
• Ability to conduct post-excavation tasks and to undertake research.
• Ability to collect, record, store and present post-excavation data accurately.

Responsibilities

• Post-excavation analysis leading to outputs and contributions.
• Writing grey literature reports and publications (including journal articles).

Skills

Post-excavation experience

Archaeological stratigraphy

Data handling

Independent & team work

Driving

Health & safety awareness

CIfA membership preferred

Education

Archaeology degree

Tools

MS Office

Access databases

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

PROJECT SUPERVISOR (Post-Excavation), Cambridge Office

Permanent Appointment

Salary range £32,617-£35,087 (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 Supervisor 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 Supervisor will carry out stratigraphic analysis and the interpretation, analysis and presentation of project data. They will work primarily in post-excavation analysis, but may 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 appropriate contributions and outputs.
• Writing grey literature reports and publications (including journal articles).

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 conduct small scale analysis or contribute to major analyses by undertaking a range of post-excavation tasks and techniques
• The ability to collect, record, store and present post-excavation data accurately.
• 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.
• Some specialist knowledge of one or more categories of post-excavation subject areas.
• The ability to drive.

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

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

Employee benefits:

• Competitive salary range£32,617-£35,087(appointments will be made on the basis of 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; 21-24 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.

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

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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