Human Osteologist
This is a Temporary, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The Vacancy
MOLA is seeking to recruit talented and experienced osteologists to join a major collaborative project in London. Working as part of a dedicated team, successful candidates will contribute to advancing our understanding of the past through the identification, assessment, recording, analysis, interpretation and reporting of human remains.
This exciting project focuses on the analysis of large assemblages of human remains and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to research into the lives, health, disease, mortality and burial practices of late post-medieval populations in London and beyond.
Applicants must hold a degree in archaeology or a related discipline, together with a postgraduate qualification in osteology or a related subject. Candidates should have demonstrable experience of analysis-level recording of human remains, ideally within a commercial archaeology environment, and excellent bone identification skills. Experience working with post-medieval assemblages and palaeopathological analysis would be advantageous.
Successful candidates will be able to work rapidly and accurately under pressure, meeting agreed project timescales and budgets while maintaining high professional standards. Strong written and verbal communication skills, good IT literacy, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are essential. Training will be provided in the use of MOLA databases and client reporting systems where required.
The role will involve close collaboration with osteologists, field staff and wider project teams, contributing to both commercial delivery and ongoing research objectives. Candidates with an interest in publication, research and professional development are encouraged to apply.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on a nationally significant assemblage within a leading professional osteology team.
Contracts will initially be fixed term for up to 31 months, with possibility of extension, with start dates from 1st July 2026.
If you would like more information regarding the opportunity or an informal discussion about the role, please contact Don Walker – Team Leader – Osteology - dwalker@mola.org.uk
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply via our recruitment portal link on the MOLA Website.
The closing date for all applications is: 25 May 2026 @ 17:00
Artificial intelligence tools may be used to support your application; however, all examples and statements must be truthful, accurate, and based on your own real experience and knowledge.
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 is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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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