Organisation/Company: Pompeu Fabra University
Department: Department of Humanities
Research Field: Archaeology / Geographic Information Systems (GIS) / Data Management
Researcher Profile: PSR 3u
Country: Spain
Application Deadline: 15 calendar days from publication
Type of Contract: Indefinite
Job Status: Part-time
Hours Per Week: 30 hours
Offer Starting Date: June 15th 2026
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Yes (ERC)
Reference Number: 101162734 (IslandLives)
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
We invite applications for a Data Manager and GIS Technician (Research Support Staff) to join the research line "History and Archaeology of Everyday Life in the Southern Caribbean and Latin America." This position is funded by the European Research Council project ERC-2024-STG Alternative Modernities and Everyday Life in the Pre-emancipation Southern Caribbean (c. 1634–1863) (IslandLives)
The successful candidate will be responsible for the collection, management, organization, and quality control of geographic and documentary data generated during the project’s archaeological excavations. Additionally, they will maintain the digital infrastructures associated with fieldwork and scientific data management.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities:
● Management and maintenance of the project’s Geographic Information Systems (GIS) using QGIS or equivalent software.
● Integration and updating of geospatial data derived from archaeological fieldwork.
● Operation and maintenance of RTK georeferencing systems during archaeological campaigns.
● Planning and execution of drone flights for archaeological documentation, photogrammetry, and territorial recording.
● Processing drone-acquired data (orthophotos, digital terrain models, and photogrammetric models).
● Coordination and supervision of the spatial registry for archaeological units, structures, and materials.
● Management of the project’s field database and supervision of data preservation protocols (storage, naming, and backups).
● Ensuring compliance with FAIR criteria (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable) for scientific data.
● Development of internal protocols for documentation and georeferencing.
● Provision of technical support to the research team and preparation of cartographic materials for scientific publications and outreach.
The candidate must show a willingness to live and work in Barcelona
● Education Level: High School Diploma (Batxillerat).
● General Requirements:
○ Applicants must not have been dismissed through disciplinary proceedings from any public administration or be disqualified from public functions.
○ Foreign nationals must not be barred from public positions in their home country.
● Benefits: Annual gross salary of approximately €25,600
● Estimated Duration: 3 years.
● Eligibility Criteria (Selection Scoring):
○ Demonstrable experience using QGIS (or similar) in international archaeological projects (preferably in South America): 10 points
○ Experience as a teacher or trainer in GIS applied to archaeology: 10 points
○ Knowledge of Anthropology and/or Archaeology of South America: 10 points
○ Knowledge of remote sensing systems: 5 points
○ Knowledge of drone operation and LiDAR data processing: 10 points
○ Knowledge of database structuring and management: 5 points
○ Knowledge of spatial processing software (Agisoft Metashape, CloudCompare, etc.): 5 points
○ Minimum score to pass: 35 points
The selection committee will be formed by Dr. Konrad Antczak (President), Dra. Sandra Montón Subías (Member), and Dr. Nicolás Kwiatkowski (Secretary). The committee may conduct interviews to clarify aspects of the candidates' CVs.
Submission of Applications: Applications must be submitted through the Interfolio platform. Applicants must attach:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: UPF promotes a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion, or sexual orientation.
● Education Level: High School Diploma (Batxillerat).
● General Requirements:
○ Applicants must not have been dismissed through disciplinary proceedings from any public administration or be disqualified from public functions.
○ Foreign nationals must not be barred from public positions in their home country.
Submission of Applications: Applications must be submitted through the Interfolio platform. Applicants must attach:
UPF promotes a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation.
