Postdoctoral Scholar in Ancient Eastern Mediterranean Studies

The UCLA Department of Near Eastern Languages & Cultures invites applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Scholar position in the archaeology and history of the Levant and Eastern Mediterranean focused on the first millennium BCE (ca. 1200-330 BCE). The post-doctoral scholar will conduct independent research within this temporal and geographic framework. This role also offers the opportunity to contribute to ongoing research projects in conjunction with the holder of the Kershaw Chair of Ancient Eastern Mediterranean Studies, including the organization of a symposium in the second year. We welcome applicants whose research will complement but also expand beyond those of existing faculty in the department.

• Conduct independent research within the area defined for the position and present findings at relevant workshops, seminars, and conferences.
• Contribute to the intellectual community at UCLA through active participation in NELC departmental activities and those of related institutes, including but not limited to the Cotsen Institute of Archeology, Alan D. Leve Center for Jewish Studies, and the Pourdavoud Institute for the Study of the Iranian World.
• Possibility to co-organize symposium and co-edit proceedings with the current Kershaw Chair holder during the second year of post-doc.

• Ph.D. in Near Eastern Archaeology or a related field by the start date.
• Strong background in ancient Near Eastern studies, relevant languages, and archaeology.
• Excellent writing and organizational skills.

• Strong organizational, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional multitasking and time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Professional demeanor with excellent interpersonal communication skills.

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

References will be contacted upon request from Search Committee.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
• 
  UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• 
  UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment