Zooarchaeologist
This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The Vacancy
MOLA is seeking a Zooarchaeologist to join the Environmental Specialist Team. We have an increasingly diverse and interesting portfolio of exciting projects throughout the UK for which the successful candidate will take an active supportive role.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The successful candidate will work as part of the Environmental team to undertake the post-excavation assessment and analysis of animal remains from on-going and future projects. They will be expected to contribute to and develop understanding of the past through the identification, analysis, interpretation and reporting of faunal remains assemblages.
Key responsibilities:
- To identify, record, analyse, interpret and report upon faunal and mollusc remains excavated from MOLAs sites across the country for evaluation, assessment, analysis and publication reports
- To act as an expert within their specialist area, liaising with clients and colleagues during excavation and post-excavation to produce project designs for appropriate techniques and procedures for sampling and recovery of faunal and mollusc remains
- To contribute to the development of MOLA and its research and engagement programmes.
- To contribute to the successful commercial operation of MOLA, by working within defined project objectives, budgets and timetables.
As one of the leading archaeological contracting organisations in the UK, MOLA offers continued career progression within the organisation, and the opportunity to expand and develop personal and professional skills. MOLA is committed to mentoring and training staff at all levels in order to develop individual capability and enhance career prospects and the successful candidate will receive any appropriate and necessary Health, Safety and Environment training to support the development of their career.
For full details of the required competencies and experience please see the Job Description and Personal Specification.
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply via our recruitment portal link on the MOLA Website
The closing date is 12th December 2025 at 23:59
Early applications are advised as applications will be reviewed upon receipt and interviews may take place before the closing date.
Please note all applicants must have the right to work in the UK without restrictions. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to commencement.
MOLA promotes diversity and equality of opportunity at all levels, and welcomes applications from people regardless of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, age, or religion or belief.
The Company
MOLA is an experienced and innovative archaeology practice. We have been providing independent, professional heritage advice and services for over 40 years across the UK and internationally on schemes both large and small. Our commercial services are designed to help our development, infrastructure and construction sector clients to meet their planning process requirements swiftly and expertly, with the certainty and value they need.
As an education charity our aim is to inspire people to be curious about their heritage. We are proud of our award-winning community engagement and education programmes, which are founded on partnership and participation. As an Independent Research Organisation, we set out to share the knowledge and information we generate with the widest audience possible for the benefit of society. The research we conduct as part of the planning and development process takes place alongside our own research framework.
The Benefits
Generous annual leave allowance
Cycle to work scheme
Healthcare cash plan
Generous sick pay provision
Employee Assistance Programme
Gym discounts
Generous parental leave
PPE provided
Relevant professional subscriptions paid
Employer contribution pension scheme
Free access to over 900 museums, galleries & exhibitions
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