About Position/Job
Naturalis Biodiversity Centre invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow to join their ERC-funded project WoodCulture. This research aims to explore timber supply, domestic forests, and technological innovations during the Late Middle Ages and Renaissance (1300-1600 CE). This postdoctoral position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to advancing dendrochronological archives and gain insights into human-environment interactions through cutting-edge research combining tree-ring science, bioarchaeology, and environmental studies.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Postdoctoral Fellow
- Institution: Naturalis Biodiversity Center
- Department: Bioarchaeology and Environmental Sciences
- Research Field: Bioarchaeology, Environmental Sciences
- Location: Leiden, Netherlands
- Number of Posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Postdoc
- Start Date (Anticipated): September 2025
- Working Hours: 36 hours per week
- Salary Range: €3,768 – €4,897 per month (full-time, 36 hours/week)
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research Area
- Timber Supply
- Tree-ring Science
- Bioarchaeology
- Dendrochronology
- Human-Environment Interaction
- Medieval Forests
- Stable Isotopes
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in Forestry, Bioarchaeology, Geography, Biology, Environmental Sciences, or related disciplines
- Expertise in tree-ring science, especially isotope dendrochronology
- Strong proficiency in R and other data analysis tools
- Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal)
- Independent work style with the ability to collaborate within a team
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in human-environment interaction studies
- Published work in dendrochronology or bioarchaeology
- Interest in scientific outreach and dissemination of research
Key Responsibilities
- Develop stable oxygen isotope chronologies using tree-ring data
- Engage in scientific dissemination through seminars and international conferences
- Collaborate with a diverse team, including researchers at the Cultural Heritage Agency of the Netherlands
- Supervise students (if desired)
Application Process
How to Apply
To apply, submit your application through the online platform by the deadline. Ensure that all required documents are included.
Required Documents:
- Motivation letter (max. 2 pages)
- CV (max. 3 pages)
- Contact information for two referees
Important Dates
- Application Opens: April 2025
- Deadline: May 18, 2025 (CEST)
- Interview Date: TBD
Useful Links
- Institution Website: Naturalis Biodiversity Center
- Job Posting: Postdoctoral Fellow – WoodCulture Project
- Apply Now: Application Form
