Assistant Professor – Conservation, UvA

About the Position

The Faculty of Humanities at the University of Amsterdam (UvA) invites applications for a prestigious Assistant Professor role in Conservation of Archaeological Materials, focusing especially on metal artefacts. This academic opportunity is vital to advancing teaching and research in the conservation of archaeological metals and supporting interdisciplinary collaboration with archaeologists and museum professionals. The position sits within the vibrant Conservation and Restoration department, offering opportunities to shape education and research at one of Europe’s leading heritage institutions.

Position Details

Position: Assistant Professor
Institution: University of Amsterdam
Department: Department of Arts and Culture
Research field: Conservation of Archaeological Materials (with focus on Metals)
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Number of posts: 1
Job Type: Part-time, Tenure-track
Start Date (Anticipated): October 2025
Working Hours: 30.4 hours per week
Salary Range: €4,537 – €7,056/month (based on 38 hours/week)
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research Area

Conservation of Archaeological Metal Objects
Heritage Science
Participatory Conservation Practices
Cross-disciplinary Research with Archaeology
Materiality and Material Culture

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in conservation, specialising in archaeological metal objects
Master’s degree in metals conservation
Proven hands-on experience in metal conservation
Demonstrated teaching experience at university level
Strong academic publication record

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with archaeologists or courses in archaeology
Interest in community-engaged and participatory conservation
Basic Teaching Qualification (BKO) or willingness to acquire it
Fluency in English; willingness to learn Dutch within 2 years
Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams and lead academic collaborations

Key Responsibilities

Design and deliver MA and APP courses in metals conservation
Supervise conservation treatments, internships, and theses
Conduct independent research and publish in top-tier journals
Apply for external funding and contribute to national/international networks
Collaborate with partners like the Rijksmuseum, RCE, Museum Kaap Skil, and Allard Pierson Museum
Develop and implement cross-specialisation curriculum content
Participate in academic committees and departmental planning