Position Overview
Position Title: Postdoctoral Scholar
Salary Range: The posted UCSB salary scales Table 23 set the minimum pay determined by the candidate's salary step at appointment. A reasonable estimate that the University expects to pay for this position at 100% time is $66,737- $80,034.
Percent Time: 100%
Anticipated Start: October 15, 2024 (or later)
Position Duration: Two years
Application Window
Open Date: September 20, 2024
Next Review Date: Friday, Oct 4, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final Date: Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position Description
We seek a trained archaeobotanist with experience in the Americas to contribute to an interdisciplinary project funded by NSF DISES to track the movement of maize and people through time across Mesoamerica using a coevolutionary perspective. The postdoctoral scholar will collate existing archaeological data regarding the appearance and intensification of maize across Mesoamerica, including archaeobotanical, isotopic, and ground stone evidence from 10 broad regions. Fluency in Spanish is required in order to access Spanish-language reports/publications and to communicate with colleagues in relevant countries. Interrelational database design and maintenance is desired but not required. The successful applicant will collaborate on publications and lead at least one publication, in addition to participating in regular research team meetings.
The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications (required at time of application)
- To apply for this position, applicants must have completed all requirements for a PhD (or equivalent) except the dissertation in PhD in Anthropology or Archaeology at the time of application.
Additional Qualifications (required at time of start)
- PhD in Anthropology or Archaeology
- Fluency in English and Spanish
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience designing/maintaining interrelational database
- Experience analyzing archaeobotanical data from the Americas
- Publications demonstrating knowledge of the Americas and archaeobotanical methods
Application Requirements
Document Requirements
- Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service. (Optional)
- Publications - At least 2 publications demonstrating knowledge of the Americas and archaeobotanical methods.
Reference Requirements
- 2-3 letters of reference required. Applicants must provide name and contact info for references, and trigger the solicitation for letters in UC Recruit. Reference letters will be reviewed as part of the application process.
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Job Location
Santa Barbara, CA
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