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Join the British Museum's dynamic team as an archaeologist to pioneer the enhancement and accessibility of historical collections at the new BM_ARC in Reading.
Overview
Salary
£28868
Location
BM _ARC (Reading), UK
Nomad Friendly?
98% Remote- UK
Expires
Expires at anytime
The British Museum, a guardian of world culture, is on the lookout for passionate archaeologists to participate in a transformative project at the newly established British Museum Archaeological Research Collection (BM_ARC) in Reading. This is an extraordinary opportunity to contribute to the stewardship and understanding of significant archaeological collections, shaping the legacy of human history for future research and generations.
- Organisation and documentation of archaeological collections.
- Post-excavation assessment and archive preparation.
- Assessment and rationalization of archaeological assemblages.
- Upgrading documentation for enhanced research accessibility.
- Collaborative teamwork with specialists across departments.
- Strong background in post-excavation reporting.
- Experience with archaeological assemblages.
- Knowledge of legacy archives.
- Specialist post-excavation expertise (e.g., animal remains, pottery).
- Competitive benefits including pension, museum discounts, and annual leave.
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and flexible remote working options.
- Professional and personal development opportunities.
The British Museum is seeking curious and dedicated archaeologists with post-excavation and archiving experience to join our project team. This exciting project is based at the new British Museum Archaeological Research Collection (BM_ARC) in Reading.
The role will improve the organisation, integrity and documentation of historical archaeological collections formerly held at Blythe House. The role will develop existing skills in post-excavation archiving and site assessment to help rationalise archaeological collections and site archives, and to improve the accessibility of these collections for research purposes.
Key areas of responsibility include using your skills in post-excavation assessment and archive preparation to help build an understanding of the research potential of the archaeological assemblages held at BM_ARC. You will also contribute to the assessment and rationalization of historically excavated archaeological assemblages and associated site archive, assist with upgrading documentation of archaeological assemblages, and work as a member of a project team, including specialist staff in other departments.
The ideal candidate is an experienced archaeologist with a background in post-excavation reporting and the preparation of archaeological archive for deposit. Experience of dealing with archaeological assemblages is required. Experience of interpreting historically excavated legacy archives, rather than current excavations, would be an advantage. Experience in working within particular specialisms in a post-excavation context (e.g. animal remains, worked stone, human remains, pottery, metalwork) is desirable.
The British Museum offers a competitive benefits package including membership of the civil service pension scheme, free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions, participation in private and public Museum activities, generous annual leave allowance, interest-free travel, bicycle and rental deposit loans, professional and personal development opportunities, and discounts on food and gift shop purchases.
The British Museum is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from unlawful discrimination or harassment. We value the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to a museum which represents world culture. The Museum is committed to ensuring that no job applicant suffers unlawful discrimination because of any protected characteristics. Our recruitment procedures aim to ensure that individuals are treated fairly because of their relevant knowledge, skills and experience. We offer a flexible way of working scheme that allows our employees to work remotely in a way that suits them and the organisation.
