Research Opportunity in Bioarcheology at Polish Centre of Mediterranean Archaeology, University of Warsaw, Poland
About Position/Job
The Polish Centre of Mediterranean Archaeology (PCMA), University of Warsaw, invites expressions of interest from qualified bioarchaeologists for long-term collaboration in two interdisciplinary projects based in Old Dongola, Sudan. These projects explore medieval and early modern urban life through cemetery excavations and bioarchaeological analysis. This non-binding call precedes a formal recruitment process expected in late 2025.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Bioarchaeologist (Collaborative Research Role)
- Institution: University of Warsaw – Polish Centre of Mediterranean Archaeology (PCMA)
- Department: Interdisciplinary Research Projects
- Research Field: Bioarchaeology, Human Osteology, Archaeological Science
- Location: Warsaw, Poland (with fieldwork in Old Dongola, Sudan)
- Number of Post: 1 (expression of interest)
- Job Type: Research Collaboration / Project-Based
- Start Date (Anticipated): Late 2025
- Working Hours: As required per project plan (approx. 24 months abroad over 5 years)
- Salary Range: To be determined in formal recruitment
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research Area
- Human osteology and cemetery analysis
- Isotopic and aDNA research
- Urban archaeology in medieval Nubia
- Environmental and spatial analysis
- Multidisciplinary data integration
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD or equivalent in bioarchaeology, osteology, or related fields
- Experience in excavation and skeletal analysis
- Familiarity with isotope and biomolecular sampling
- Willingness for long-term fieldwork abroad
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in African or medieval contexts
- Team collaboration in interdisciplinary research
- Strong reporting and academic writing skills
Key Responsibilities
- Document and analyse human burials in the field
- Conduct osteological and palaeopathological assessments
- Collect and interpret isotope and aDNA data
- Integrate bioarchaeological and archaeological datasets
- Contribute to joint publications and a final project monograph
Application Process
How to Apply
Send a 1-page Expression of Interest (EOI) describing your research background, relevant experience, and interest in the project.
Required Documents:
- Expression of Interest (max. 1 page)
Important Dates
Application Opens: Currently open
Deadline: 31 May 2025
Interview Date: Not applicable (non-binding EOI stage)
Useful Links
- Institution Website: https://pcma.uw.edu.pl/en/
- Job Posting: https://pcma.uw.edu.pl/en/news/
- Apply Now: mailto:a.obluski@uw.edu.pl
