About Position / Job
CNRS – National Centre for Scientific Research (France) is seeking applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Researcher position in Archaeozoology and Biogeochemistry within the Bioarchéologie Interactions Sociétés Environnements unit, based in Paris, France. This postdoctoral project investigates pastoral practices during the Median period (9th–6th century BCE) in the north-western Iranian Plateau, using stable isotope analyses (δ¹³C, δ¹⁸O, and Sr isotopes) of herbivorous dental and bone remains. The research integrates archaeozoology, environmental science, anthropology, and biogeochemistry, with laboratory work conducted at the Muséum national d’Histoire naturelle (MNHN). The position offers advanced postdoctoral training, hands-on isotopic analysis, 3D documentation, and database development, culminating in the preparation of a peer-reviewed international journal publication.
Position / Job Details
- Position: Postdoctoral Researcher in Archaeozoology and Biogeochemistry
- Institution: CNRS – National Centre for Scientific Research
- Department: Bioarchéologie Interactions Sociétés Environnements
- Research Field: Archaeozoology, Biogeochemistry, Environmental Archaeology
- Location: Paris, France
- Number of Posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time Postdoctoral Research Position (Temporary)
- Start Date (Anticipated): February 2026
- Working Hours: 35 hours per week
- Salary Range: Not specified
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research Area
- Postdoctoral research in Archaeozoology of Southwest Asia
- Stable isotope analysis (δ¹³C, δ¹⁸O, ⁷⁶Sr/⁷⁷Sr)
- Pastoralism and herding practices
- Iron Age archaeology of the Iranian Plateau
- Environmental and climatic reconstruction
- Bioarchaeological data management
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in Archaeozoology, Anthropology, Environmental Science, or related discipline
- Research focuses on Iranian archaeology, especially the Iron Age
- Postdoctoral-level experience in archaeozoological analysis
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience with carbonate isotope analysis
- Knowledge of the Iranian Plateau and Southern Caucasus
- Experience with mass spectrometry-based isotopic methods
- Basic proficiency in French
Key Responsibilities
- Postdoctoral research on archaeological faunal remains
- Selection, identification, ageing, and measurement of bones and teeth
- Serial sampling and preparation for isotopic analyses
- 3D documentation and conservation for archival and outreach use
- Development and delivery of a research database
- Isotopic measurements at MNHN (SSMIM)
- Reconstruction of herding strategies, seasonality, and environmental conditions
- Preparation of a manuscript for an international peer-reviewed journal
Application Process
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the CNRS recruitment portal.
Required Documents:
- Online application form
- Academic CV
- PhD certificate or equivalent
- Additional documents as specified in the official CNRS call
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 22 December 2025
- Deadline: 12 January 2026 (23:59 UTC)
- Interview Date: Not specified
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- Institution Website: CNRS – National Centre for Scientific Research, France
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