Scientific Officer

Archaeological Research Services Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading archaeological firm in the UK is seeking scientific officers/surveyors to join their Specialist Services team. The role involves collecting and processing geophysical, UAV-derived, and geochemical survey data across various sites. Candidates should have specialization in geophysical or GIS surveying and possess a thorough knowledge of British archaeology. A driving license is required for travel. This unique opportunity offers competitive salary, bonuses, and a commitment to career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Company pension contribution

Life assurance cover

Training and career progression

Health cash plan

Discounts on health and fitness

28 days annual leave

Accommodation for away work

Full PPE and branded workwear

CIfA subscription fees covered

Qualifications

• Experience or specialization in geophysical surveying or GIS.
• Knowledge of British archaeology is helpful.
• Ability to interpret remote-sensing data.

Responsibilities

• Collect geophysical and geochemical survey data from various sites.
• Process, visualize, and interpret data to produce technical reports.
• Travel for surveys and site visits across the UK.

Skills

Geophysical surveying

Drone surveying

Geomatics

Aerial mapping

GIS

Landscape survey

Landscape geochemistry

Job description

About The Role

Archaeological Research Services Ltd are recruiting archaeological scientists/surveyors to join our highly regarded Specialist Services team as Scientific Officers and Senior Scientific Officers.

Applications are invited for professional, highly motivated, and capable scientific officers/surveyors, ideally with experience or specialism in one or more of geophysical surveying / drone surveying / geomatics / aerial mapping/ landscape survey/ landscape geochemistry/ GIS.

This post will be based at our Bakewell and Sheffield offices, with travel for surveys, site visits and training as appropriate. A full UK driving licence is a must for this role as our work involves transporting kit and personnel to often remote locations across the UK.

Working as part of a vibrant and varied team of specialists, you will collect geophysical, UAV-derived, geochemical and magnetic susceptibility survey data from varied sites across the UK. You’ll be responsible for delivering your workload and will process, visualise and interpret your own data (with specialist support), and produce quality technical reports. Your work will form part of our Kings-Award winning ‘Landscape Prospection Service’ which champions innovative, tailored approaches for our clients.

This is a unique opportunity and gives you the chance to use state of the art equipment to have high-resolution datasets at your fingertips, working within an innovative, supportive and forward-thinking team. There will also be the opportunity to undertake landscape surveys, walkover surveys, topographical surveys, as well as other scientific and survey applications.

A thorough knowledge of British archaeology is helpful and the ability to ‘make sense’ of remote-sensing data of various kinds within a GIS environment. You must be able to work as an effective team member who can be relied on to deliver to deadlines. We are a high performing company with a professional and friendly culture, many outstanding performers and a committed management team with an open door policy. We maintain a high commitment to staff development and training and look forward to supporting career development and developing people to be the best they can be.

In Return, We Offer an Exciting Range of Employee Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Bonus scheme linked to achieving Company performance targets
• Attractive Company pension contribution
• Life assurance cover
• Sector-leading commitment to training and career progression
• Member of the Company’s health cash plan which includes a wide range of health services and financial support
• Discounts and rewards on health, fitness and entertainment
• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Additional annual leave awarded according to accrued length of service
• Accommodation provided for away work with subsistence
• Full personal protective equipment and Company branded workwear
• 100% of CIfA subscription fees etc.

To Apply

Download, complete and submit all of the required documentation set out below and email to [e-mail]. If you would like to discuss the post with us then please ring us on 01629 814540 and ask for ‘personnel’.

Applicants Must Complete And Send In

• Covering letter of 250 words on why you consider yourself a suitable candidate
• Application Form including the names and full contact details of two references
• Full CV
• Candidates may wish to fill out and send in the Equal Opportunities Form, but this is not mandatory.