Archaeological Science Technician

Durham University Department of Archaeology Durham University's Department of Archaeology is seeking to appoint an Archaeological Science Technician. The Technician will assist in the management and day-to-day operation of three Archaeological Science laboratories: Ancient and modern DNA, Isotope Chemistry and Luminescence Dating, all of which have both research and teaching functions. The post holder will play a key role in the development of cutting-edge research and support teaching in the Department. The primary purpose of the job is to provide the technical support needed to maintain full operational capability of these laboratories. In addition, the post holder will contribute to health and safety management in the Department. * Archaeological Science Technician Salary: £30,122 - £35,938 pa (Ref: 1798: Department of Archaeology) The post holder will be a member of the technical support group for Archaeological Science and will be required to work within a team structure. As a key member of the support group, he/she will be required to maintain the operational capability of the three laboratories, meet deadlines and contribute to problem solving by working independently and quickly and communicating outcomes to relevant staff. Interested candidates should contact Greger Larson at greger.larson@durham.ac.uk Closing date: 07 August 2012 Ref: 1798 Further details of the positions and an application form are available on our website (http://www.dur.ac.uk/jobs/) or telephone 0191 334 6499; fax 0191 334 6504. Kind Regards Holly Walton Recruitment Assistant (Faculty of Social Sciences & Health, Durham Business School & Sport) Human Resources Department University Office Old Elvet Durham DH1 3HP Telephone: + 44 (0) 191 334 6498 Fax: + 44 (0) 191 334 6504 Email: holly.walton@durham.ac.uk