Research Scientist, UCD School of Archaeology, 12 months

Applications are invited for a 12-month Research Scientist position as part of the two-year project "CROPREVIVE: mapping underutilised crops in Ireland - past, present and future" (https://www.ucd.ie/archaeology/research/croprevive/). There has been a significant reduction in crop diversity globally, which has serious implications for food security. By merging data from archaeology and plant sciences, CROPREVIVE will investigate the deep history of crop diversity in Ireland and seek resilient modern varieties of crops for future sustainable production.

This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of an international, interdisciplinary team tackling a global societal challenge (PI: Assoc. Prof. Meriel McClatchie; Co-PI: Dr Sónia Negrao ). The Research Scientist will merge datasets from Archaeology and Agronomy, undertake data analyses (including statistical analyses) and contribute to a report on findings. The Research Scientist will also engage in stakeholder consultation and outreach activities. Training will be provided in outreach activities, including mapping of data.

Fixed salary: €39,208 Per Annum

Closing date: 17:00hrs (local Irish time) on 31st May 2023

Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time of 17:00hrs (Local Irish Time) on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. UCD are unable to accept late applications.

UCD do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies. Any CV's submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be returned.