2 fully funded PhD scholarships in TraceoLab

PhD Position 1

Functional analysis of Middle Palaeolithic assemblages focussing on edge damage mainly, including methodological developments

PhD Position 2

Projectiles in the Middle Palaeolithic (Western Europe) and Middle Stone Age (South Africa)

Profile

Excellent track record, specialisation in prehistory, excellent writing skills, fluent in English (also writing). Experience with Palaeolithic archaeology, lithic technology and/or functional analysis is a plus.

Application

in English; motivation letter (max 2p) – specify which position is applied for, summary of Ma thesis (max 1p), publication list (if any), CV, copy of Master’s degree, names and contact details of 2 recognised scholars who accept to write a reference; 

to be send to Veerle ROTS

First deadline

31/1/2024, but positions will remain open until qualified candidates have been found (new applications will be evaluated every 2 months)

Starting date

First half of 2024

Contract

Full 4-year scholarship (contract of 2x2 years)

Further details

Contact Veerle ROTS