The University of Copenhagen is inviting applications for a three-year PhD scholarship within the ‘Networks Before Agriculture: Social Interaction in Epipalaeolithic and Neolithic Jordan‘ project, led by Professor Tobias Richter.

The PhD research will focus on the geological sourcing of inorganic raw materials, using archaeological materials from Qa’ Shubayqa in eastern Jordan to investigate prehistoric social and material networks during the transition from foraging to farming.

The position is particularly suited to candidates with a background in archaeology, geoarchaeology or geology and an interest in developing expertise in geoarchaeological methods.

• Start date: January 2027

Deadline for applications: 15th September 2026

For full details, application requirements and how to apply, see the following link:
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