Job Description

Salary

26,485 per annum

Location

Northampton

This is a temporary

,

full time vacancy that will close in 18 days at 23:59 BST.

The Vacancy

6-month Fixed Term Contract

Location: Northampton, and fieldwork sites as necessary

MOLA require a Project Assistant to join our geophysical survey team in Northampton. This is an entry-level role, open to candidates with prior experience of archaeology or geophysics and also to those who lack relevant experience but can demonstrate the right aptitude and enthusiasm.


Geophysical survey entails the use of electronic instruments to map buried archaeological remains and is usually carried out to assess sites ahead of excavation.


The project assistant's role will be mostly field-based, working under supervision to collect data with magnetometer carts and other survey instruments. Candidates must have a good level of fitness and stamina and be happy working outdoors, on rural sites, in all weathers. There will also be some office-based work, including processing data, cleaning equipment, and running errands between premises.


The geophysics team works across southern and central England and many of our sites are beyond easy commuting distance of Northampton. The successful candidate will therefore be expected to undertake frequent 'away work', for which overnight accommodation and a subsistence allowance will be provided.


The ideal candidate would be interested in archaeology and enjoy outdoor work. They should be intelligent, numerate and computer literate, with a good spatial awareness, and should be happy working as part of a small team. Possession of a full, clean driving licence is an essential requirement of the role.


Because most of our surveys involve the use of highly sensitive magnetic instruments, the role is likely to be unsuitable for those with medical implants (eg steel pins, pacemakers, etc) which could be a source of magnetic interference. MOLA would be happy to discuss this issue in more detail with any prospective candidate who may be affected.


The vacancy is being advertised as a

six-month fixed-term contra

ct in the first instance, but we hope to offer a contract extension if workload permits.

We are looking for people with:

An interest in archaeology and / or geophysics (prior experience not essential) An aptitude for physical work outdoors in all weathers Relevant transferrable skills (eg computer skills, map reading, experience of working on farmland) A full, clean driving licence Intelligence, and a willingness to learn

Want to find out more?

If you would like more information regarding this opportunity or an informal discussion about the role, please contact MOLA's Geophysical Survey Manager, John Walford - jwalford@mola.org.uk

HOW TO APPLY

Closing date for all applications: 16th May 2025

You can apply via our recruitment portal link on the MOLA website where you will find full details of the role along with a job description and person specification.


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 and Disability employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, age, 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

Season ticket loans