IFA/HLF Training bursary - Artefact Identification and research Sussex
This job is no longer available, it expired on the Monday 20th September 2010
Salary: £ 15,054
Hosted by: Sussex Archaeological Society
Location: Barbican House Museum, Lewes, East Sussex
Salary: £15,054
Duration: One year
Start date: October/November 2010
Applications are invited for an Institute of Archaeologists/Heritage Lottery Funded placement in Artefact Identification, Research and Recording, hosted by the Sussex Archaeological Society in conjunction with the Portable Antiquities Scheme. The Sussex Archaeological Society is a charitable body which aims to promote the study and enjoyment of archaeology and history in the counties of East and West Sussex. The Portable Antiquities Scheme is a national scheme which aims to record archaeological finds made by members of the public and increase understanding amongst all audiences of the importance of finds and how they should be dealt with.
The successful applicant will learn how to identify and record archaeological finds from all periods, with a focus on small finds and metal work. The primary focus will be on identifying and recording archaeological finds by members of the public. They will be expected to get involved with all aspects of the Portable Antiquities Schemes work including public outreach and dissemination. A secondary focus will be on researching and writing up a group of small finds to publication standards.
Applicants must have a degree or equivalent experience in British Archaeology and an interest in becoming an artefact specialist. Further details, including a full Training Plan and Job Description/Person Specification, application form and recruitment monitoring form can be found at: http://www.sussexpast.co.uk/contact
To apply for this position, please complete the application form which can be found with the Training Plan and Job Description and send with a short covering letter outlining your suitability for the position and recruitment monitoring form to Jan Nichols, Sussex Archaeological Society Accounts & Personnel Officer, on personnel@sussexpast.co.uk, or by post to Bull House, 92 High Street. Lewes, Sussex, BN7 1XH
Closing date for applications is Monday 20th September 2010
Interviews will take place on the week starting the 4th of October 2010.
Sussex Archaeological Society is a Registered Organisation with the Institute for Archaeologists.
Advert went live on: Thursday 2nd September 2010
Advert archived on: Monday 20th September 2010
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