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Horsepower Metal Postdoctoral Researcher
Scientific Research
Full-time (41 hours per week)
Fixed term (until 30 September 2028)
Application deadline: 12pm (midday) on Wednesday 31 July 2024
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To undertake compositional analysis of metal objects, primarily those made of copper-based alloys.
To determine the provenance, flow, recycling, and manufacturing technology of the metal objects according to research goals and priorities.
To sample various archaeological sites in Mongolia, China and other related regions for metal artefacts and related remains to be analysed.
To critically evaluate the existing modelling methods for used in the interpretation of metal compositions and produce new statistical modelling for the potential mixing and recycling of metal objects and high-quality reports including data visualisation and statistical analysis.
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PhD research in a relevant subject including archaeological science, material sciences, analytical science, computer science
Experience in archaeometallurgy
Proficiency in modelling complex data
Research and publication
Open, effective communicator with good spoken and written English
Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team but to lead on key aspects of role
Archaeological Fieldwork experience (Desirable)
Experience in modelling complex data, either spatial or temporal (Desirable)
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Founded in 1753, the British Museum’s remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history and culture. The Museum is a leading visitor attraction, and its world-famous collection includes the Rosetta Stone, Egyptian mummies, the Sutton-Hoo finds, and the Lewis Chessmen. The Museum also holds an extensive collection of prints and drawings spanning 600 years, including works by the greatest graphic artists Dürer, Michelangelo and Rembrandt.
You can view a selection of our impressive collection of prints and drawings in our virtual gallery(https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/galleries/prints-and-drawings-virtual-gallery).
The Museum offers a competitive benefits package including:
Generous annual leave allowance of 25 days (rising to 30 days after 10 years’ service) plus 2.5 privilege days and plus bank holidays.
Membership of the civil service defined benefit pension scheme (find out here what benefits a civil service pension provides：https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/).
Free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions
Participation in private and public Museum activities, including talks by leading curators from around the world and behind-the-scenes opportunities to learn how museums care for and manage their extraordinary collections.
Interest-free travel, bicycle, and rental deposit loans
Professional and personal development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme
Discounts on food and gift shop purchases
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