If you are interested in conducting unique, innovative research in archaeology, you should consider applying to the Department of Archaeology at the Max Planck Institute for the Science of Human History. This year, the department announced five three-year, fully funded PhD positions and is seeking applicants.

A number of disciplines will be considered eligible for the positions, including, but not limited to, biomolecular archaeology, geoarchaeology, Paleolithic archaeology, archaeobotanical methods, environmental change, ZooMS, and anthropogenic extinctions. Candidates who believe that they have unique and innovative ideas to contribute should apply.

In general, the department is seeking applications for projects that will support the four critical themes of the department. These include Climate and Society, Globalization, Biological and Cultural Diversity, and the Anthropocene. Projects should consider a multidisciplinary approach, and should focus regionally on the continents of Asia and Africa.

In these positions, candidates will work beneath the umbrella and guidance of departmental staff. They will be able to access all laboratory research facilities as well as other resources and cutting-edge tools. In Return, applicants should be backed by significant laboratory, field, or other research experience. They should have a solid working knowledge of archaeology, particularly in a multidisciplinary format. This should include things like excavation as well as scientific analysis, research, and publication.

Qualified candidates will be those that work well in teams, and that propose topics that cover things like the fragile relationship surrounding human behavior and climate change, as well as the general long-term impact of humans on biology, society, biodiversity, landscapes, and more.

Successful applicants will have some publication experience, as well as experience in communicating scientifically to the public. Applicants should either be in possession of or about to receive a Master’s degree or its equivalent in Archeology, Chemistry, Biology, Archaeological Science, Geoarchaeology, Biomolecular Archaeology, or a related field. Candidates should know have strong examination record as well as training in the methodological specialism. They should also have experience with proposed lab and field techniques, and solid time management skills.

The working environment will be in English, and candidates will receive funding for three years. To apply, candidates should submit a detailed cover letter and a two-page research proposal. This proposal should demonstrate the applicant’s ability to plan and implement a project in the chosen area of research. A curriculum vitae and undergraduate and graduate transcripts should also be supplied. Each candidate is also expected to furnish the names of three referees. All materials should be sent via the online portal no later than May 31, 2019. Questions can be directed to Dr. Nicole Boivin at boivin@shh.mpg.de, Professor Michael Petraglia at petraglia@shh.mpg.de, or Dr. Patrick Roberts at roberts@shh.mpg.de.

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California Institute of Technology (Caltech) invites qualified first-year applicants to its stellar undergraduate programs. The admissions team reads every application to get to know each student personally before making an admissions decision. Each student is more than a set of test scores and grades.

As a result, the Caltech team looks at academic ability by evaluating recommendations, grades, and test scores. Generally, most Caltech students are gifted in test-taking as a result of high mathematical and scientific abilities, but if this is not the case, the team will look more closely at applicant recommendations and other documents. Applications are not compared against each other, even if coming from the same high school. The admissions team will take into consideration the personal background of each applicant, as well as the secondary school profile.

It is recommended that students who have taken courses or completed research outside of school include those documents in the application. Students should indicate what, exactly, about math and science interests and excites them. The team also likes to read about how future students will impact the labs, classrooms, and community. The essay will ask students to explore and discuss an ethical dilemma that they have encountered.

To apply, students should submit the Common Application or the Coalition Application with specific Caltech questions. Students may also apply through the QuestBridge National College Match. Students should also submit a $75 application fee or fee waiver, standardized tests, teacher evaluations, a secondary school report, and academic transcripts. International students should also submit TOEFL scores and an International Financial Aid Statement of Intent.

International students are those who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Financial aid is limited for international students, so it is important that all students who intend to apply for aid indicate likewise on their applications. International students must also have completed an approved curriculum required by Caltech, including, but not limited to, the IGCSE, O, AS, and A Level curriculums. IB, AP, and other options may also satisfy high school course requirements.

Students may apply as either Early Action or Regular Decision to Caltech. Early Action is non-binding and non-restrictive. However, international students may not receive financial aid if they apply early action. The deadline is November 1, with notifications sent in mid-December. Regular Decision applications must be received by January 3, with responses received in mid-March. For questions on admissions procedures, students should email admissions@caltech.edu.
 

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