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The University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Edinburgh invites applications for a Lecturer in Human Osteoarchaeology (Bioarchaeology) in CAHSS / School of History, Classics and Archaeology / Archaeology. The role focuses on teaching and supervision at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and involves research leadership, delivering the MSc module, and related administration.

The post is full-time, 35 hours per week, fixed term for 2 years (1 January 2027 to 31 December 2028). A PhD in Human Osteoarchaeology is required.

Qualifications

• PhD in Human Osteoarchaeology (Bioarchaeology)/Palaeopathology or cognate.
• Teaching and undergraduate/postgraduate supervision experience.
• Collegial, team-oriented approach and ability to work with others.
• Active scholarship in human osteoarchaeology and palaeopathology appropriate to career stage.
• Evidence of engagement with research and ability to lead teaching activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Lead the delivery of MSc in Human Osteoarchaeology and related modules.
• Contribute to research activity and potential grant activity.
• Organise MSc- and honours-level courses and dissertations.
• Provide teaching-related administration and service within the school.

Skills

Teaching experience

Course design

Education

PhD in Human Osteoarchaeology (Bioarchaeology) or cognate discipline

Job description

14686 - Lecturer in Human Osteoarchaeology

CAHSS / School of History, Classics and Archaeology / Archaeology

Full-time: 35 hours per week

Fixed term: 2 years - 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2028

Your next step starts here. Be part of something bigger.

The University of Edinburgh is a world-class organisation. We look for the best in the field across all disciplines and provide a working environment where academics can develop their careers and passion for their chosen subject area. We offer the full range of academic roles and have a genuine focus on our students’ performance and wellbeing.

The Opportunity

Archaeology is seeking a Lecturer in Human Osteoarchaeology (Bioarchaeology).

The role holder will contribute to teaching and supervision at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and undertake independent research. The post holder will play a leading role in the teaching of human osteoarchaeology (bioarchaeology); they will contribute to the delivery of the MSc in Human Osteoarchaeology and undertake teaching-related administration, including organisation of MSc- and honours-level courses, and supervision of UG and PGT dissertations.

Detailed information about the role can be found in the job description document.

The post is full-time (35 hours per week) for a fixed term of 2 years.

Your skills and attributes for success:

A completed and examined PhD in Human Osteoarchaeology (Bioarchaeology)/Palaeopathology, Biological Anthropology or a cognate discipline.

Teaching and teaching administration experience (including seminars/lectures and labs/workshops/practicals) at postgraduate and undergraduate level.

Collegiality and ability to work as part of a team.

Evidence of engagement with scholarship and research, in the fields of human osteoarchaeology (bioarchaeology) and palaeopathology, commensurate with career stage

Management skills, and ability to set targets and achieve goals within agreed deadlines.