Project assistant within DIAD project - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Description of the workplace

As the subject of Archaeology is organized in Lund, it primarily concerns the study of the material culture, the living conditions and the relationship to the natural environment and the contacts between societies of prehistoric humans. An essential part of the study is the comparison of different materials from different cultures within and outside the Nordic area. This entails a long-term perspective which is also of great importance for the assessment of many contemporary problems and developments. The focus in research and teaching is on theory, method, field archaeology and period studies including the Stone Age up to and including the Viking Age in a European context.

We offer

Lund University is a public authority which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme.

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Work duties and areas of responsibility

The DIAD (Digital Integration Across Disciplines Advancing Cultural Heritage Documentation) project is looking for an archaeologist with experience in 3D visualisation, modelling and annotation techniques. The project is currently exploring multiple recording devices' impact on archaeological interpretation and practice.

Under the supervision of the project management, the research assistant will identify and implement solutions to connect 3D visualisation systems with eye movements to language recording tools and assess the impact this approach has on archaeological interpretations. 

The work will take place at the Lund University Laboratory for Digital Archaeology (DARKLab), a research infrastructure based at the Department of Archaeology and Ancient History.

Qualifications

The candidate must have an education in archaeology (broadly defined) and experience in developing archaeological reconstructions of monuments and sites.

The candidate must be acquainted with using 3D visualisation tools and techniques such as Unity 3D, Blender and eye movement technology.

The candidate must have a basic knowledge of using archives and language annotation tools.

As you will be part of a team, collaboration skills are essential. An interest in developing the information from the database for your own research will be positively assessed.

Requirements for employment are:

The candidate should have experience working with 3D modelling and/or game engine platforms customized for archaeological practice. He/she should have experience in processing archaeological datasets recorded using eye-tracking techniques and basic knowledge of the use of software for archiving audio and video recordings.

The candidate should have good teamwork and interdisciplinary skills

Additional qualifications for the position are:

- Knowledge of processing and implementation of archaeological datasets recorded using multiple devices.

- Experience in the use of multiple visualization systems customized for archaeology.

Further information

The position is a fixed-term position of five months at 90%, starting on 1 February 2023 or as agreed.

How to apply

The position is applied for through the University's recruitment system. Your application should include a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the position and how it matches your qualifications. The application should also include your CV, diploma or equivalent and any other information you wish to provide (copies of grades, references, letters of recommendation, etc.).