The Department of Archaeology, Conservation and History at the University of Oslo is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in archaeological geochemistry and dating. Applications are open until 16 August 2026 for a four-year position within the European Research Council-funded EcoArch project examining long-term landscape and climate change across the Afrotropics.
The fellowship focuses on archaeological geochemistry, archaeometric dating, biomarker analysis, compound-specific isotope analysis, and environmental archaeology. The successful candidate will develop an independent research project investigating landscape transformation since the introduction of domesticated food economies using high-resolution sediment records and archaeological evidence.
Building on these objectives, the appointed researcher will collaborate with the Tandem Laboratory at the University of Uppsala to apply advanced dating techniques alongside compound-specific isotope analyses. Research activities will involve laboratory investigations, interdisciplinary collaboration, and interpretation of environmental and archaeological datasets within broader ecological frameworks.
In addition, the position includes field-based research across African study regions, involving sediment coring and archaeological sampling. The fellowship provides opportunities to contribute to research-led activities while strengthening expertise in archaeological science, palaeoenvironmental reconstruction, and ecosystem change across long-term historical timescales.
Position Details
- Position: Postdoctoral Research Fellow
- Institution: University of Oslo, Norway
- Department: Department of Archaeology, Conservation and History (IAKH)
- Research Disciplines: Archaeological Geochemistry, Archaeometry, Environmental Archaeology, Geochemistry, Archaeological Science
- Location: Oslo, Norway
- Job Type: Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
- Contract Duration: Four Years
- Start Date: October–December 2026
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Salary: NOK 595,000–677,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience
- Required Qualification: PhD in Archaeological Geochemistry or a related discipline
Research Areas:
- Archaeological Geochemistry
- Archaeometric Dating
- Environmental Archaeology
- Biomarker Analysis
- Compound-Specific Isotope Analysis
- Afrotropical Archaeology
- Landscape Transformation Studies
Eligibility and Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent academic qualification in archaeological geochemistry or a related discipline
- Research project closely aligned with the objectives of the EcoArch project
- Excellent written and spoken English communication skills
- Background in biomarker analysis
- Experience with compound-specific isotope analysis
- Knowledge of archaeometric dating techniques
- Understanding of Bayesian statistical approaches
- Demonstrated motivation and suitability for the position
- Doctoral thesis submitted for evaluation by the application deadline
Preferred Qualifications
- Archaeological or geological fieldwork experience
- Laboratory experience involving archaeological biomarkers
- Experience using R or related analytical software
- Evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration
- Strong record of meeting research deadlines
- Peer-reviewed academic publications
Key Responsibilities
- Develop an independent research project within the EcoArch framework
- Investigate long-term landscape transformation across the Afrotropics
- Conduct biomarker and compound-specific isotope analyses
- Apply archaeological dating techniques to environmental records
- Participate in archaeological fieldwork and sediment sampling
- Collaborate with research teams in Oslo and Uppsala
Application Process
Applicants must submit a complete application through the University of Oslo recruitment system. Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview following the assessment process.
Required documents:
- Application letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research proposal with detailed project plan
- List of publications
- Degree certificates and academic transcripts
- Explanation of grading system for foreign qualifications where applicable
Important Dates
- Applications Open: Currently Open
- Application Deadline: 16 August 2026
- Interview Period: Short-listed candidates will be contacted
- Expected Start Date: October–December 2026
Applications for this fully funded postdoctoral research fellowship at the University of Oslo must be submitted by 16 August 2026. Eligible candidates are encouraged to prepare application materials well before the deadline.
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Institutional Overview
The University of Oslo is Norway’s oldest university and one of the country’s leading research institutions. With internationally recognised research communities across a broad range of disciplines, the university supports advanced scholarship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovative research. The Department of Archaeology, Conservation and History brings together expertise in archaeology, conservation, and historical studies, creating a strong environment for archaeological science, environmental archaeology, and heritage research.
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