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The Istanbul Department of the German Archaeological Institute (DAI) and the Research Centre for Anatolian Civilisations (Anamed) of Koç University invite applications again for DAI-ANAMED Project Fellowships in Environmental Archaeology to support post-doctoral scholars. The fellowships will support research on the environmental archaeology of Anatolia using approaches such as zooarchaeology, archaeobotany, anthracology, environmental modelling, and related disciplines. The main task of the fellows will be to carry out work within the longitudinal research project “Humidity & Society: 8,500 Years of Climate History in Western Anatolia” (within the DAI cluster “Groundcheck”). Using Neolithic through Classical period materials from excavations associated with the DAI and Koç University (e.g., Barcın Höyük, Kaymakçı, Pergamon), the project is conducting high-resolution stable isotope carbon and other analyses of ancient botanical and faunal materials to estimate past relative humidity and water availability and thus to understand past climatic conditions for agricultural and pastoral activities.
QUALIFICATIONS
Successful applicants will have a strong combination of the following qualifications:
- PhD in a related specialization (i.e., archaeology, anthropology, ancient history and/or related social sciences and humanities fields);
- Demonstrated expertise in zooarchaeology, archaeobotany, anthracology, environmental modelling, isotope analyses in archaeology, and/or related specializations;
- Demonstrated interpersonal, organizational, and collaborative skills for working within teams;
- Ability to work independently and to prioritize multiple, simultaneous projects;
- Ability to communicate effectively (written and spoken) in English with project-related researchers as well as Koç University faculty, administration, staff, and students; Turkish and/or German is preferred as well;
- Flexibility in work schedule, as needed; and
- No military obligations.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The successful applicant will be provided a fellowship stipend commensurate with experience, health benefits, a research account, and assorted other benefits.
TERM
The successful applicant will be ready to start the one-year fellowship on 27 September 2021. Renewal thereafter is contingent on project progress and available funding.
APPLICATION MATERIALS & SUBMISSION
Required application materials include;(1) an application letter detailing the applicant’s relevant experience and motivation to win a fellowship;(2) a Curriculum Vitae; and(3) the names and emails of two referees familiar with the applicant’s experience. Up to two relevant publications or writing samples are welcome, also. Applicant materials must be submitted via email to anamedapplication@ku.edu.tr. Application files should be saved as MSWord or PDF files, with filenames containing the applicant’s last name.
Questions should also be addressed to anamedapplication@ku.edu.tr .
The application review process will proceed until the position is filled.
For more information please use the following link: DAI-ANAMED Project Fellowships in Environmental Archaeology
