Research Associate in Underwater Archaeology - Ulster University

About Position/Job

Ulster University’s School of Geography & Environmental Sciences is inviting applications for a Research Associate in Marine Science to join the European Research Council (ERC) funded project ENDURE. This full-time, fixed-term post (two years) focuses on marine remote sensing and modelling of the preservation and decay of underwater archaeological sites. The successful candidate will work with environmental and anthropogenic datasets to model factors influencing site preservation. The project is supervised by Principal Investigator David Gregory (National Museum of Denmark) with support from co-investigators Chris McGonigle and Rory Quinn. Based at the Coleraine campus, the role combines interdisciplinary approaches across marine science, archaeology, and computational modelling to enhance understanding of underwater cultural heritage and inform conservation strategies.

Position/Job Details

Position: Research Associate
Institution: Ulster University
Department: School of Geography & Environmental Sciences
Research field: Marine Science / Underwater Archaeology / Remote Sensing
Location: Coleraine, Northern Ireland, UK
Number of posts: 1
Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (2 years)
Start Date (Anticipated): September 2025
Working Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary Range: £33,020 – £36,654 per annum
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research area

Marine Science
Underwater Archaeology
Remote Sensing
Environmental Modelling
Anthropogenic Impact Studies

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in Marine Science, Archaeology, Environmental Science, or related discipline
Experience in remote sensing, computational modelling, or underwater site analysis
Strong data analysis and quantitative modelling skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with marine conservation projects
Previous work in European-funded research initiatives
Interdisciplinary collaboration experience

Key Responsibilities

Conduct research on preservation and decay of underwater archaeological sites
Model environmental and anthropogenic data for the ENDURE project
Contribute to publications and dissemination of research outputs
Assist Principal Investigator and co-investigators in project management
Engage with stakeholders and support knowledge transfer activities

Application Process

How to Apply

Apply online via the Ulster University recruitment portal. Submit your CV and a supporting statement addressing all selection criteria listed in the job specification. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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