About Position/Job
The Faculty of Archaeology at Leiden University is offering an exciting opportunity for a postdoctoral researcher (0.8 fte) to join the prestigious ERC-funded project Inequal Cyprus. This role focuses on uncovering food and feasting practices in late prehistoric Cyprus (4000–1700 BCE) to understand how these cultural elements shaped and reflected social inequalities. You will analyse archaeological contexts suggesting feasting events and conduct isotope analysis (Oxygen and Carbon) on human remains and control samples. Working closely with leading scholars and an international team, this position offers the chance to produce groundbreaking publications and datasets while contributing to a vital interdisciplinary research agenda. Join an internationally renowned faculty and become part of an inspiring academic environment.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Post-Doctoral Researcher
- Institution: Leiden University
- Department: Faculty of Archaeology – World Archaeology
- Research field: Archaeology (Food and Feasting Studies)
- Location: Leiden, Netherlands
- Number of posts: 1
- Job Type: Part-time, fixed-term postdoc (0.8 fte)
- Start Date (Anticipated): November 2025 (later start possible)
- Working Hours: 0.8 fte (approx. 30 hours/week)
- Salary Range: €3,378 – €5,331 gross/month (full-time scale 10)
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research area
- Late prehistoric Cyprus (4000–1700 BCE)
- Feasting and diet analysis
- Bio-archaeology
- Isotope analysis (Oxygen and Carbon)
- Social inequality studies
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in Archaeology completed by the time of appointment
- Strong interest and ability in interdisciplinary research
- Availability for travel and fieldwork outside the Netherlands
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with prehistoric Cyprus, bio-archaeology, and isotope analysis
- Demonstrated organisational, communication, and time-management skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct innovative research on feasting and diet within the Inequal Cyprus project
- Perform isotope analyses on archaeological and ecological samples
- Participate in fieldwork and act as a project ambassador
- Integrate diverse datasets, including archaeological, bio-archaeological, isotopic, and spatial data
- Publish and present findings in high-impact journals and conferences
- Engage actively with faculty-level discussions on research innovation
Application Process
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted via Leiden University’s SuccessFactors platform using the “Apply” button on the official vacancy page.
Required Documents:
- Motivation letter (max 1 page)
- CV, including publication list
- Writing sample (postgraduate thesis or publication)
- Names and addresses of two potential referees (no letters needed initially)
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 1 July 2025
- Deadline: 1 August 2025
- Interview Date: Late August or September 2025 (online)
Useful Links
- Institution Website: Leiden University
- Official Notification Link: Post-doctoral Researcher: Food & Feasting (0.8 fte) – Leiden University
- Apply now: SuccessFactors Application Portal
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