Dendrochronologist
Quick answer
Historic England is hiring a senior Dendrochronologist for a permanent, full-time position with hybrid working options, located in various UK cities, paying a salary dependent on location.
- Role
- Dendrochronologist
- Organization
- Historic England
- Location
- London, York, Manchester, Newcastle, Birmingham, Cambridge, Swindon, Bristol, Portsmouth, UK
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- Dependent on location
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
Historic England is seeking a Dendrochronologist to maintain dendrochronological expertise and standards in England, advise on research programs, and provide technical direction for dendrochronology work.
What you'll do
- Maintain dendrochronological expertise and standards in England
- Advise on research programs
- Provide technical direction for dendrochronology work
- Offer advice and training on the use of dendrochronology in England
What it takes
- Dendrochronological experience
- Knowledge of complementary dating techniques
- Experience of writing reports to professional standards
- Technical skills - experience of working with various types of Dendrochronological software & databases
- Importance of attention to detail
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive defined benefit pension scheme, 28 days holiday, corporate discounts, free entry into English Heritage sites, development opportunities
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in London, York, Manchester, Newcastle, Birmingham, Cambridge, Swindon, Bristol, Portsmouth, UK, with hybrid working options.
What is the compensation?
The salary is dependent on location, ranging from £40,788 - £42,125 per annum for National, £43,903 - £45,411 per annum for GL+, and £45,395 - £46,952 per annum for Inner London.
What qualifications are required?
Required qualifications include dendrochronological experience, knowledge of complementary dating techniques, experience of writing reports to professional standards, and technical skills in working with various types of Dendrochronological software & databases.
How do I apply?
Applications must be submitted through the Applied recruitment platform. Provisional interview dates are early November 2026, either via Teams or in person depending on circumstances.
How to apply
Apply directly on Historic England's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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