Birkbeck, University of London is inviting applications for a Lecturer in Archaeology and Heritage within the School of Historical Studies. This is a full-time, permanent position at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, research, student supervision and curriculum development across archaeology and heritage programmes.
The role is part of the Carena Institute of Sustainable Archaeologies and includes teaching on the BA Archaeology, BA Ancient History and Archaeology, and MA Archaeology & Heritage programmes. The lecturer will also contribute to postgraduate research supervision and provide core training in archaeological skills for undergraduate students.
Applicants should hold a PhD in Archaeology or Heritage and demonstrate an active research practice in archaeology and heritage studies that is critically and theoretically informed. The successful candidate will also contribute to programme and module administration, assessment, student support and the wider research culture of the School of Historical Studies.
Birkbeck particularly welcomes applications from researchers whose work focuses on equitable, inclusive, community-centred and eco-conscious approaches. The role also offers opportunities to develop new modules and contribute to the intellectual and cultural life of the institution and its academic communities and partners.
Position Details
- Position: Lecturer in Archaeology and Heritage
- Official Reference Number: 2498
- Institution: Birkbeck, University of London, UK
- Department: School of Historical Studies
- Research Discipline(s): Archaeology; Heritage Studies
- Location: London, United Kingdom
- Job Type: Lecturer
- Contract Duration: Permanent / Open-ended
- Start Date: Not specified
- Working Hours: 35 hours per week
- Salary/Funding: £44,247 rising to £60,858 per annum
- Required Qualification: PhD in Archaeology or Heritage
Research Disciplines
The position is related to the following research and academic disciplines:
- Archaeology
- Heritage Studies
- Sustainable Archaeology
Eligibility/Qualifications
Required qualifications and academic experience include:
- A PhD in Archaeology or Heritage, together with an active research practice in archaeology and heritage studies that is critically and theoretically informed.
- Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, including archaeological skills training and postgraduate research supervision.
- Experience or capacity in curriculum and module development across relevant BA and MA programmes.
- An active role in the research culture and wider intellectual life of the School of Historical Studies.
Salary and Benefits
The Lecturer in Archaeology and Heritage position is offered at Grade 7 on Birkbeck’s London Pay Scale, with a salary of £44,247 rising to £60,858 per annum. The salary includes a consolidated London weighting/allowance for staff whose normal contractual place of work is in the London area.
Birkbeck lists the following benefits:
- Benefits associated with employment in the higher education sector
- Competitive pension scheme
- 31 days of paid leave
- Flexible working arrangements
Key Responsibilities
- Teach archaeology and heritage across relevant BA and MA programmes.
- Provide core training in archaeological skills for undergraduate students.
- Develop new modules for BA and MA programmes.
- Supervise postgraduate research, including doctoral students.
- Undertake assessment, student support and programme or module administration.
- Contribute to the research culture and wider intellectual and cultural life of the School and institution.
Application Process
Candidates should apply through Birkbeck’s online recruitment system and submit a CV for consideration.
Required Documents
Applicants should submit:
- CV
- Any information requested through Birkbeck’s online application system
Important Dates
- Applications Open: Not specified
- Application Deadline: 2 November 2026
- Interview Date: 4 December 2026
Candidates can apply through the official Birkbeck recruitment portal using Reference No. 2498.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the position at Birkbeck?
The position is Lecturer in Archaeology and Heritage within the School of Historical Studies.
What qualification is required?
Applicants should hold a PhD in Archaeology or Heritage.
What is the salary for the Lecturer in Archaeology and Heritage position?
The salary is £44,247 rising to £60,858 per annum on Birkbeck’s London Pay Scale.
Is this a permanent position?
Yes. The vacancy is offered on an open-ended, permanent contract.
What programmes will the successful candidate teach on?
Teaching will contribute to the BA Archaeology, BA Ancient History and Archaeology, and MA Archaeology & Heritage programmes.
When is the application deadline?
The closing date for applications is 2 November 2026. The interview date is listed as 4 December 2026.
Institutional Overview
Birkbeck, University of London is based in central London and forms part of the University of London. The university teaches and conducts research across the humanities, social sciences and sciences. Its Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences includes the School of Historical Studies, which supports teaching and research in areas including history and archaeology. Birkbeck also houses the Carena Institute of Sustainable Archaeologies, which connects with the university’s work in archaeology and heritage. The university offers archaeology and heritage programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate level, including the BA Archaeology, BA Ancient History and Archaeology, and MA Archaeology & Heritage. Its London location supports teaching, research, postgraduate supervision and engagement with academic and cultural communities.
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