Palaeolithic Research Fellow – Marie S. Curie 2025 Call at CENIEH, Spain
About Position/Job
Centro Nacional de Investigación sobre la Evolución Humana (CENIEH) is seeking a Research Fellow in Palaeolithic Archaeology to apply for the Marie Sklodowska Curie Actions Individual Fellowships call (HORIZON-MSCA-2025-PF-01-01). The selected fellow will work in CENIEH’s Archaeology Program, focusing on the Acheulean and Middle Stone Age periods. This research will involve field and laboratory work at significant African archaeological sites such as Gona (Ethiopia) and Tighennif (Algeria), studying the origins and evolution of lithic technology.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Palaeolithic Research Fellow
- Institution: CENIEH (Centro Nacional de Investigación sobre la Evolución Humana)
- Department: Archaeology Program
- Research Field: Palaeolithic Archaeology, Acheulean and Middle Stone Age Studies, Lithic Technology
- Location: Burgos, Spain
- Number of Posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Temporary
- Start Date (Anticipated): April 2026
- Working Hours: 38.5 hours per week
- Salary Range: Competitive, as per MSCA regulations
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD (in Archaeology or related field)
Research Area
- Lithic technology evolution during the Pleistocene
- The Acheulean and Middle Stone Age transition
- Technological and behavioral changes in early human tools
- Integration of archaeological, geochronological, and paleoenvironmental data
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in Archaeology or related field
- Expertise in African Stone Age archaeology, particularly Acheulean and MSA
- Proven experience in lithic analysis and fieldwork
- Knowledge of raw material and experimental knapping (preferred)
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct original research on the transition from Acheulean to MSA
- Analyze lithic assemblages with quantitative and qualitative methods
- Lead and participate in fieldwork at major African archaeological sites
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and publish results
- Present findings at international conferences
Application Process
How to Apply:
Send your CV and Cover Letter to:
Required Documents:
- CV
- Cover Letter
- Reference letters (if applicable)
Important Dates:
- Application Opens: April 2025
- Application Deadline: 30 June 2025
- Interview Date: To be confirmed
Useful Links
- Institution Website: CENIEH Website
- Job Posting: Marie Sklodowska Curie Actions Postdoctoral Fellowships 2025
- Apply Now: Send Application
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