PhD Position (University Assistant – Predoctoral): The University of Vienna is seeking a qualified candidate for a 3-year PhD position focused on archeofaunal analyses within the framework of an ERC-Starting Grant project titled “Unveiling the Shadows: Illuminating Late Pleistocene Human-Carnivore Interaction (SHADOWS).” This position is an opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of bioarchaeology, paleoecology, and evolutionary anthropology.
Designation
University Assistant – Predoctoral
Research Area
- Archeofaunal analyses
- Bioarchaeology
- Paleoecology
- Evolutionary Anthropology
Location
University of Vienna, Austria
Substantial time spent in Santander, Spain
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s Degree: Required in Archeology, Anthropology, or a similar field.
- Experience: A background in archeofaunal analyses is essential.
- Language Skills: Proficient in both English and Spanish.
- Additional Skills: Experience in proteomics is appreciated but not mandatory.
Description
The PhD candidate will be responsible for:
- Characterizing Pleistocene faunal assemblages using archeofaunal methods.
- Conducting ZooMS (Zooarchaeology by Mass Spectrometry) analyses.
- Performing taphonomic analyses on Late Pleistocene collections from the Cantabrian region.
- Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team focused on Pleistocene fauna diversity and human-carnivore interaction patterns.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents to pere.gelabert@univie.ac.at:
- Curriculum Vitae (maximum 4 pages)
- Motivation letter (maximum 1 page)
- Recommendation letter
Last Date to Apply
March 20, 2025
For any inquiries or further information, please contact Pere Gelabert at pere.gelabert@univie.ac.at.
This is a great opportunity for those looking to contribute to significant research while enjoying a flexible working atmosphere and good public transport connections in Vienna.
