About the Position
The Faculty of Archaeology at Leiden University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor (UD2) position in Computational Archaeology. Housed within the Department of Archaeological Sciences, this permanent role seeks an innovative scholar whose research complements the Faculty’s interdisciplinary strengths and aligns with broader university initiatives such as SAILS. The successful candidate will contribute to Leiden’s world-leading research and teaching environment by developing their own research programme, teaching at undergraduate and master’s levels, supervising student projects, and engaging in academic service. The position offers an excellent opportunity to join a globally recognised institution that integrates high-level computational methods into archaeological science, with access to world-class laboratories and strong institutional support for collaboration, team science, and open research.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Assistant Professor (UD2)
- Institution: Leiden University
- Department: Archaeological Sciences
- Research Field: Computational Archaeology
- Location: Leiden, Netherlands
- Number of Posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
- Start Date (Anticipated): 2026 (interviews October–November 2025)
- Working Hours: 38 hours/week
- Salary Range: €4,537 – €6,209 gross/month (Scale 11, based on experience)
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research Area
- Quantitative data analysis
- GIS and spatial analysis
- Data science, data mining, and information retrieval
- Machine learning, deep learning, and AI
- Interdisciplinary archaeological research
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in Archaeology or Computer/Data Science with archaeological focus
- At least two years of postdoctoral research experience
- Demonstrated expertise in at least two of the listed computational areas
- Initial experience in grant acquisition and academic publishing
- Teaching experience in higher education (or willingness to qualify)
- Proficiency in English and Dutch (or willingness to acquire Dutch)
- Strong ethical, inclusive, and team-oriented approach
Preferred Qualifications:
- UTQ/BKO or equivalent teaching accreditation
- Interdepartmental collaboration and open science engagement
- Broad supervision capacity across student research topics
Key Responsibilities
- Develop a research programme in computational archaeology
- Teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- Supervise theses, internships, and student projects
- Contribute to curriculum development and academic administration
- Participate in university and faculty committees
- Foster interdisciplinary and inclusive academic culture
Application Process
How to Apply:
Submit applications via the Leiden University career portal.
Include the following in a single PDF:
- Motivation letter (max 1 page)
- CV with publication list
- One writing sample (e.g., thesis or article)
- Contact details for two referees
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 24 July 2025
- Deadline: 5 September 2025
- Interviews: October 2025 (online), November 2025 (in person)
Useful Links
- Institution Website: Leiden University
- Official Notification Link: Leiden University Jobs
- Apply Now: Apply Online Here
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