The Center for Virtualization and Applied Spatial Technologies (CVAST) at the University of South Florida seeks to fill a 2-year (may be extended), full-time Post-Doctoral position in digital heritage and digital science. PhD in History, Archaeology, Anthropology, Paleontology or related field is required.
The candidate will have expertise in some aspects of virtual reality, 3D laser scanning, LIDAR, UAVs, scientific visualization, or photogrammetry as applied to field and online heritage research and education. The candidate must have a record of publication and field activities. Ability to write well and contribute to external funding proposals is important. Experience in the archaeology of the Mediterranean, North America, or Latin America preferred but not exclusive.
The Center for Virtualization and Applied Spatial Technologies (CVAST) is an interdisciplinary unit tasked with creating an integrated approach for digital research and education efforts at the University of South Florida. CVAST is also a global center for research and the application of digital techniques to science and humanities research with projects throughout Europe, Latin America, North America, and the Arctic. The candidate will be expected to pursue international digital projects, funding, and publication, and will be expected to participate and contribute to the Center’s $9.6 million Hitz Project for Advanced Virtualization, Education and the Democratization of Science. Overseas travel and research required.
Salary is $50,000 per year plus benefits.
Position will be filled as soon as there is an excellent candidate. Position posted June 26, 2016.