Research Associate (Assistant Professor) for the Analysis of Ancient Middle Eastern Landscapes
The Oriental Institute of the University of Chicago invites applications for a Research Associate (with the parenthetical rank of assistant professor) to develop and carry out advanced research projects in the analysis of ancient Near Eastern Landscapes along with the leadership of the Center for Ancient Middle Eastern Landscapes (CAMEL) Laboratory. The CAMEL Lab is a leading research and training center that investigates the ancient cultures of this region through a diachronic study of its landscapes. This is accomplished via the systematic collection of contemporary and historical spatial data, and the development of new methodologies for analyzing geospatial data sets. The CAMEL Laboratory facilitates collaborative scholarship with Oriental Institute faculty, conducts its own projects in both landscape archaeology research and cultural heritage preservation, and trains both students and faculty in the methods of landscape archaeology.
Applicants must have expertise and field experience directing archaeological surface surveys and landscape archaeology projects in the Near East/Egypt. In addition, applicants must have expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and should have expertise in one or more of the following areas: remote sensing, geography, or quantitative modeling of settlement systems. Experience in grant writing is highly desirable. Some teaching may also be required for this position. A Ph.D. is required.
To apply for this position, please apply online at the University of Chicago’s Academic Career Opportunities website: http://tinyurl.com/zbzz55q
Job posting number: 02897
Review of applications will begin on February 15th, 2016.
Inquiries can be directed to oi-administration@uchicago.edu with the subject heading “CAMEL Research Associate (Asst. Professor) Search.”
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual with disability.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Disabled / Veterans Employer.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5671 or email ACOppAdministrator@uchicago.edu with their request.
