GEOARCHAEOLOGIST/SENIOR GEOARCHAEOLOGIST in Sheffield

GEOARCHAEOLOGIST / SENIOR GEOARCHAEOLOGIST

About The Role

Permanent position following a 6-month probation period.

Archaeological Research Services Ltd is recruiting a Geoarchaeologist/Senior Geoarchaeologist to join our Specialist Services team. We are looking for a well‑organised individual with excellent writing skills, strong sediment logging, monolith sampling and interpretation skills, and proficiency at producing reports. You should be able to undertake geomorphic mapping and, ideally, create deposit models.

We use cutting‑edge equipment, including pOSL, Gamma Spectrometer, pXRF, magnetic susceptibility instrumentation, and sedaDNA sampling, enabling us to offer advanced sediment profiling. You will be based at our Bakewell offices and Sheffield environmental unit, with travel for meetings, site visits and training as appropriate. Remote‑working arrangements may be discussed.

You will contribute to commercial and research‑based archaeological projects. Additional specialisms, such as plant macrofossils, wood IDs or pollen, are welcomed. A thorough knowledge of British archaeology is helpful. You must be able to work effectively as a team member and deliver to deadlines.

We offer a supportive, high‑performing culture, strong commitment to staff development, and opportunities for career progression.

In return, we offer an exciting range of employee benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Bonus scheme linked to achieving company performance targets
• Attractive company pension contribution
• Life assurance cover
• Sector‑leading commitment to training and career progression
• Member of the company’s health cash plan (including a wide range of health services and financial support)
• Discounts and rewards on health, fitness and entertainment
• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Additional annual leave awarded according to accrued length of service
• Accommodation provided for away work with subsistence
• Full personal protective equipment and company branded workwear
• 100 % of CIfA subscription fees

To apply, visit our website www.archaeologicalresearchservices.com/about-us/careers/ and download, fill in and submit all the required documentation set out below and send to personnel@archaeologicalresearchservices.com. If you would like to discuss the post with us then please ring us on 01629 814 540 and ask for “personnel”.

Applicants Must Complete And Send In:

• Covering letter comprising 250 words on why you consider yourself a suitable candidate.
• Full CV
• Application form (downloadable from our website)
• Equal opportunities form (optional)