Spatial analysis of archaeological hearth-related assemblages disrupted by carnivores using geostatistics and geographic information system (GIS) tools

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Spatial analysis of archaeological hearth-related assemblages disrupted by carnivores using geostatistics and geographic information system (GIS) tools

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Offer DescriptionWe are looking for a person to work as specialist in GIS, geostatistics and the spatial data bases of the ERC Advanced Grant project “SCAVENGERS”.This project aims to investigate the effects of carnivores on prehistoric campsites to better understand the human occupational and behavioural patterns.Since the project has both wildlife experimental studies as well archaeological ones from Middle Palaeolithic, the selected candidate will contribute in WP1 (Neotaphonomy) spatially documenting the effects of current scavengers, such as hyenas, wolves, bears, and other minor carnivores, on the experimental reproductions of prehistoric human campsites .Moreover, she/he will also contribute in the WP2 (Archaeological analyses of the sites) performing geostatistics studies of hearth-related assemblages to make comparisons with the neo-taphonomic models. In the WP3, working together with other specialists, all the assemblages will be analysed using statistical procedures and AI to model the effects of scavengers on human camps and apply it to archaeological sites.In addition, she/he will provide support for key research activities and studies across the other work packages of the project, taking a special care on the curation, organization, and management of the project’s data with the support of a Data Steward.Finally, he/she will give support to the PI mentoring the PhD students, also working in coordination with the other postdoctoral researchers. Therefore, we are looking for a person having a high level of motivation, team working skills, good communication skills, and an interdisciplinary perspective with a strong engagement with the research topics of the project.The candidate will be on board of the team lead by Dr Jordi Rosell , the PI of the SCAVENGERS project and, by extension, of its Host Institution, the Catalan Institute of the Human Palaeoecology and Human Evolution (IPHES-CERCA), located in Tarragona (Catalonia, Spain). Therefore, the selected candidate will have a great opportunity to work in a highly dynamic and multidisciplinary institution and expand her/his scientific network.Where to apply E-mailjobs@iphes.catRequirementsResearch Field Anthropology Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Biological sciences Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Geography Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field History Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/QualificationsResearch Field: Geoinformatics, Geography (GIS), Prehistory, ArchaeologyEducation Level: PhD or equivalentSpecific RequirementsResearch Field: Geoinformatics, Geography (GIS), Prehistory, ArchaeologyEducation Level: PhD or equivalentLanguages ENGLISH Level Mother TongueResearch Field AnthropologyBiological sciencesGeographyHistoryMathematics Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Additional InformationBenefitsA 4-year term contract includes vacation days, medical coverage, parental leave, and unemployment benefits. The salary will be the established by the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation in its tenured program Ramón y Cajal (a gross salary of 33.300€ (years 1-3), and of 39,900€ in the 4th year), according to the Spanish regulations and the IPHES-CERCA salary table.In addition, it could be possible a bonus depending on the experience and the level of accepted responsibilities.The project will cover travel expenses to field stations, participation in fieldwork seasons, stays in other institutions and attendance leading international conferences.

The selected candidate will be integrated into the ERC research project “Scavengers” at IPHES-CERCA, carrying out planned work at experimental field stations and in other required institutions under the supervision of the PI.In addition, she/he will have support by IPHES-CERCA Research Office regarding legal registration, logistics, day-to-day issues, and a personalised advice for his/her career plan, including specialized training services to boost her/his professional development.Eligibility criteriaThis call is open to postdoctoral researchers, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis protected by state or local law applicable. However, as admission mandatory requirements, the candidate must have:1) PhD or doctoral degree in Geography, Geoinformatics, Prehistory, Archaeology, Archaeological Sciences or similar fields.2) Experience in archaeological uses of advanced open GIS tools and relational database systems (e.g QGIS, PostGIS, PostgreSQL)3) Demonstrating programming skills (Python, R) and competence in quantitative and statistical spatial analysis.4) Track record of peer-reviewed scientific publications in international journals.5) Abilities to teamwork, integrating different interdisciplinary perspectives and to establish contacts with other researchers from several institutions.6) Motivation to learn and develop interdisciplinary research topics.7) Excellent knowledge in English (oral and written).Other desirable requirements (non-mandatory):1) Knowledge on Palaeolithic record and occupational patterns of Middle Palaeolithic.2) Knowledge of AI applications to the Prehistoric Archaeology (Machine Learning and Deep Learning).Selection processThe candidate will be selected through a comparative evaluation following the eligibility criteria of the call, within the general IPHES-CERCA proceduresA gender balanced committee will be created including the PI, the Scientific Manager of the project, an external researcher involved in the project and a staff member from the host institution.The selection process will have two main parts:The committee will evaluate the CVs and the cover letters provided by the candidates, drafting a short list with the more suitable candidates according to the call.The committee will organize interviews (in vivo or remote) with the selected candidates to make its final selectionAdditional commentsDon’t hesitate to contact Dr. Rosell ( ) if you need additional information or visit the web of the host institution ( ).Don’t hesitate to contact Dr. Rosell ( ) if you need additional information or visit the web of the host institution ( ). Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Institut Català de Paleoecologia Humana i Evolució Social Country Spain State/Province Tarragona City Tarragona Postal Code 43007 Street Edificio W3, Campus Sescelades URV, Zona Educacional, 4, 43007 TarragonaContact State/ProvinceTarragona CityTarragona WebsiteStreetEdificio W3, Campus Sescelades URV, Zona Educacional, 4, 43007 Tarragona Postal Code43007 E-Mailjobs@iphes.cat Phone977943003STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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