Research Fellow in Maritime Archaeology

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/90866

The Research Fellow in Maritime Archaeology is a stated definite term position. About 50% of the position will be focused on program coordination and development. The Fellow will be responsible for a broad range of activities in the Program including working in collaboration with Program faculty to seek and manage external funding proposals and building national and international programs to support community inclusive and engaged Maritime Archaeology in the management and protection of underwater cultural heritage (e.g. seminars, internships, partnerships, etc.). The remaining 50% of the position will focus on archaeological research and publication projects. The Fellow will be responsible for planning and undertaking archaeological fieldwork (project planning, dive safety, data collection and management, data analysis, etc.) and assisting with academic writing and professional editing.

The Fellow will have the following responsibilities:

Program Development and Coordination (50%)

  • Collaborate with faculty to develop research agendas that contribute to the historical and archaeological scholarship on community-engaged research, international development and relations in underwater cultural heritage management and protection, and best practices for inclusion in the field of Maritime Archaeology.
  • Develop and maintain partnerships with community organizations to support and implement joint program activities.
  • Coordinate with faculty, students, staff, and community partners to organize and implement events ranging from research seminars to community meetings and conferences.
  • Project management and organizational support for the broad range of activities undertaken by the Program.
  • Assist with the development and management of external funding proposals to support research.

Archaeological research and publication (50%)

  • Plan and participate in underwater archaeological field research projects requiring travel.
  • Develop content to communicate project activities and outcomes to internal and external communities.
  • Assist with academic writing and professional editing.

Contingent upon availability of funds.

Master’s degree in Maritime Studies or related discipline with specialization in underwater archaeology

Certified Register of Professional Archaeologist and SCUBA Dive Instructor certification and qualification from the American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS)

Four or more years of experience working in consulting, state, or federal underwater archaeology with specific experience conducting submerged high-resolution geophysical surveys and remote sensing analysis and interpretation and Section 106 review and compliance.

Report writing and editing experience.

A valid driver’s license is required.

Field School:

Bulgaria: Nessebar Underwater Archaeology

Summer 2026

https://ifrglobal.org/program/bulgaria-underwater-archaeology/

Make your summer an adventure unlike any other by taking a deep dive into history and contributing to the preservation of Bulgaria’s maritime heritage. Nestled on a picturesque peninsula, Nessebar boasts a rich history dating back thousands of years, with traces of its past visible both above and below the water’s surface.  This field school offers the opportunity to explore the depths of the Black Sea, mapping the ancient city of Mesambria, while actively engaging with the local community to preserve their cultural heritage. You’ll play a vital role in initiatives such as establishing an underwater museum of archaeology, collaborating with locals, diving centers, tourists, and archaeologists alike to showcase the submerged heritage and landscapes of Nessebar.

Field school highlights:

  • Contribute to our understanding of coastal landscape changes & human adaptation strategies to sea level fluctuations.
  • Develop professional skills in underwater archaeology, including reconnaissance surveys, excavations, mapping, photogrammetry, 3D modeling, and more.
  • Experience the charm of Nessebar & the beauty of the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast.

This position is located in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Office of Marine and Aviation Operations (OMAO), NOAA Diving Center (NDC), with one vacancy in Seattle, WA.

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/852753400

This position is also announced under vacancy number OMAO-26-12854277-ST, which is open to Status Candidates. You must apply to both announcements if you want to be considered for both.

As a Supervisory Training Specialist, you will perform the following duties:

  • Supervise, lead, and manage the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Diving Center (NDC) personnel, activities, equipment, and facilities. Oversee and direct day-to-day activities that support scientific diving operations and ocean-going research ships. Teach scientific, technical, and diving related subjects and theories to NOAA scientists, technicians, and Wage Mariners (WM).
  • Instruct and train personnel in all aspects of NOAA diving theory, practice, and policy. Provide expertise and serve as dive instructor/trainer, diver supervisor, diver, standby diver, and tender as required to support NDC course offerings. Maintain NDC facilities and support Agency mission requirements.
  • Support the NOAA Diving Program Manager to identify, resource, and implement long term strategic initiatives enabling NDC to best support diving operations critical to scientific research. Advise NOAA and partner diving communities on training standards, safety considerations, diving equipment, and techniques. Coordinate technical and personnel support to NOAA science activities engaged in remote and/or advanced diving operations. Take action to address shortfalls and lead development, scheduling, and instruction of NOAA diving and dive-related training, including, NOAA Diver, Dive Master, and Diving Medical Technician.
  • Plan work performed by employees, set short/long term work priorities, prepare schedules and resources needed to do the work. Assign work based on priorities, selective consideration of difficulty/requirements of assignments and capabilities of instruction to employees on all work matters. Evaluate work performance, provide counseling and instruction on work matters. Interview candidates for jobs in the unit and initiate Human Resources (HR) actions.

Questionnaire on Public Perception of Underwater Cultural Heritage in the UK

The Blue Shield UK Underwater Cultural Heritage Working Group is inviting UK-based respondents to complete a short, anonymous questionnaire on underwater cultural heritage, including its relevance to military and defence-related activities.

The survey takes 5–10 minutes.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfOjYe41Qtz51nY5f20VHfXhwbeEx2StTHvnimk17QOPgOV7w/viewform?pli=1

This questionnaire aims to explore public awareness, perceptions, and attitudes toward underwater cultural heritage (UCH) in the United Kingdom. UCH includes shipwrecks, submerged landscapes, aircraft, and other remains located beneath the sea, rivers, or lakes that hold historical, cultural, or scientific significance.

The survey is part of a research initiative of the Blue Shield Underwater Cultural Heritage Working Group (UK) and seeks to understand how the public values these sites, their perceived risks, and their relevance to identity, education, and environmental protection.

Your participation is voluntary and anonymous. The questionnaire takes approximately 5–10 minutes to complete. The results will contribute to developing strategies for awareness-raising, heritage protection, and public engagement in maritime and underwater heritage across the UK.

Thank you for taking the time to share your views.

The Maritime Archaeological and Historical Society’s

2026 Introductory Course in Underwater Archaeology

Would you like to dive with MAHS to conduct research on historic shipwrecks and help preserve our national maritime heritage? Then this course is for you.

The Maritime Archaeological and Historical Society (MAHS) is accepting applications for its 37th annual Introductory Course in Underwater Archaeology starting Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

The course consists of nine evening classes (7:30 to 9:30 pm) on select Tuesday nights, plus a Final Review class.

Classes will be conducted online by Zoom, so students need access to a computer to participate.

The course is open to all interested persons whether certified scuba divers or not. Cost is $205 per person.

Upon successful completion of the course and final exam, a student who is a certified diver is eligible to register for the MAHS Field School where students participate in the investigation of an historic shipwreck or other underwater site. Thereafter, graduates are invited to participate in future MAHS projects.

CLASS SCHEDULE: see website for updates: www.mahsnet.org/introclass

20 Jan. Tue. Introduction to U/W Archaeology

27 Jan. Tue. Archival Research

03 Feb. Tue. Ship Architecture

10 Feb. Tue. No Class – MAHS Bimonthly Meeting

17 Feb. Tue. Search Methods and Remote Sensing

24 Feb. Tue. Survey, Recording and Mapping

03 Mar. Tue. Photography and Videography

10 Mar. Tue. No Class

17 Mar. Tue. Law and Ethics

24 Mar. Tue. Conservation

31 Mar . Tue. Project Planning and Reports

07 Apr. Tue. Final Review and Student Questions

REGISTRATION: Complete the form below and send it to MAHS. Either mail the form and payment of $205.00 to

the address on the form, or email the form to Santhony@Mahsnet.org and make payment online at

www.mahsnet.org/introclass.

For those who are unable to attend the Zoom classes on Tuesday nights, MAHS offers some alternatives. Contact Steven Anthony at Santhony@Mahhsnet.org for more details.

Questions? Contact Steven Anthony by Email or voice message. See contact information below.

2026 MAHS Introductory Course in Underwater Archaeology Class Registration Form

Our website is

www.mahsnet.org

For further information

contact:

Steven Anthony

Santhony@Mahsnet.org

or 301-419-8222

Name

Name (if different) to be printed on diploma

Street Address

City, State, & Zip Code

Email Address

MAIL TO:

MAHS

PO Box 44382

L'Enfant Plaza

Washington, D.C.

OPEN VOLUNTEER ROLES: Maritime Archaeological Society

https://www.maritimearchaeological.org/volunteer

Whether your interests are in research, remote sensing, or surveys, there is something for everyone. MAS is always looking for general volunteers to help us with the less glamorous back-end administration too.

Reach out to us at info@maritimearchaeological.org.

Historical Researcher
•    Conduct literature reviews on known shipwrecks, working on their own time either online or in local maritime research libraries to collect source material and fill out historical data forms. The research team identifies candidates for future MAS site surveys and finds engaging maritime stories to share with the public.
•    Training will provide: an understanding of primary vs secondary sources, report requirements, and the life-cycle of a shipwreck (aka site formation processes).

Archaeological Survey Report Writer

•    Assist with formal reports on completed MAS projects for the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). Report writers work with the survey supervisor to conform to Oregon/Washington guidelines for reporting on archaeological investigations. Report writers will also help draft informal write-ups, with information approved for the public, to be used in MAS publications and outreach.
•    Training will provide: an overview of state reporting requirements, data from a previously completed survey to develop a sample report.
 

Are you are looking to get your boots wet in the field helping with project work?

*Please Note: The MAS training program for avocational volunteers who are not qualified archaeologists is currently on pause, but we hope to have more opportunities available for our members soon.

Archaeological Survey Supervisor

MAS is interested in having a qualified group of volunteers, both professional archaeologists and motivated MAS members who complete our training program, to help plan and lead archaeological surveys.

•   Responsible for leading reconnaissance and/or documentation surveys of selected sites, and completion of report(s) on the findings. This role works with the Field Operations Lead to plan survey work and identify trained Survey Technicians to assist.

•   Qualifications: Knowledge of Research design, Project design, Reporting requirements, Detailed ship construction, Search procedures, Reconnaissance surveys, and Field Survey procedures. Confidence with Archaeological Survey Technician skills, listed below, as well as the ability to wrangle volunteers in the field.

​Archaeological Survey Technician

•   Assist with MAS archaeological surveys in the field, under the instruction of a qualified Survey Supervisor. Technicians are needed for both foreshore and underwater surveys.

•   Qualifications: Familiarity with Baseline-offset survey methods, Trilateration, Bearing/Range, Safety Precautions, Navigation and Grid Systems, Ship Construction and Architecture, Search and Survey Methods, as well as Photo/Video and GIS methods. *Note there are additional requirements for qualified underwater diver Technicians.

​Archaeological Underwater Remote Sensing Operator or Data Analyst

•   Remote Sensor Operators setup and operate the sensor systems on a boat, ensure the data is recorded, and upload the recorded data to a common database. Remote Sensor Data Analysts use the uploaded data in various analysis programs to produce images and overlays, and works with the lead archaeologists to review data.

•   Qualifications: Understanding and training on the MAS magnetometer, Side-Scan Sonar,  ROV operations, and data programs.

Need help? Have questions?

Email us at: info@maritimearchaeological.org.

Programme Leader Maritime Archaeology

Cultural Heritage Agency of the Netherlands

https://www.werkenvoornederland.nl/vacatures/programmaleider-maritieme-archeologie-OCW-2025-7107

Background
: A €6.8 million incentive budget has been made available for maritime archaeology. The challenge is to work with government bodies, volunteers, market players, and knowledge institutions over three years to develop a sustainable model for caring for underwater heritage. The focus is on the Wadden Sea and the Zeeland Delta, but also on strengthening national collaboration, governance, implementation capacity, and addressing bottlenecks such as natural erosion and occupational health and safety regulations. The letter to Parliament can be found here .

Your role:
As program leader, you will direct the overall momentum. You will connect the internal community (RCE, OCW, E&K) with the external community (provinces, municipalities, volunteers, market players, and researchers) and ensure coherence. You will work closely with the client(s) and the waterbed team, and be the primary point of contact for partners in the field.

Objectives & Tasks:
In Q1 2026, you will develop a supported program plan based on the explorations, regional discussions, and the project leader’s analysis. You will then manage the program’s implementation, monitor coherence between the various tracks (government, volunteers/occupational health and safety, research, and diving), and ensure that resources are deployed efficiently. You will organize this alongside the regular work, ensuring sufficient coordination and overlap. You will organize appropriate governance and ensure transparent decision-making. You will maintain an overview, maintain a strong network, identify bottlenecks (such as natural erosion and role allocation), and collaborate with partners on solutions. You will energize the process, ensure management and partners are well-informed, and provide direction to a complex intergovernmental process.

Particulars

  • Please send your motivation letter and CV no later than January 4, 2026.
  • The first conversations are scheduled for week 3.
  • We aim to respond to your application within 5 working days of the closing date.
  • Recruitment takes place both interdepartmentally and externally.
  • If candidates apply with work-to-work status, they will be considered over employees who are voluntarily mobile. If you fall into this group, please submit a nomination or supporting document and indicate it in the appropriate field.
  • We serve the Netherlands and therefore strive to be a true reflection of our diverse population. We highly value diversity at all levels within the organization. Therefore, we invite everyone to apply. We’re curious about you, your personal motivation, and how you’d complement our team.
  • After the closing date, the job description and the vacancy holder’s information will no longer be visible online. To avoid having to request them, please download and save the job description.
  • Acquisition in response to this advertisement is not appreciated.

Cyprus American Archaeological Research Institute (CAARI) HFF Funding

https://maryjahariscenter.org/blog/caari-hff-graduate-fellowship

CAARI-HFF Graduate Fellowship

The Cyprus American Archaeological Research Institute (CAARI) in Nicosia, Cyprus, welcomes scholars and students specializing in archaeology, history, and culture of Cyprus and the eastern Mediterranean. CAARI is located in central Nicosia close to the Cyprus Museum and the Archaeological Research Unit of the University of Cyprus (both with major libraries), as well as the main business and commercial district. In addition to hostel accommodation for a total of twelve residents, the institute has excellent research facilities: a 10,000-volume library, comprehensive map and artifact collections, archival material, and facilities for Internet, scanning, and photography.

The CAARI-HFF Graduate Fellowship offers one grant to a graduate student of any nationality, with a preference given to scholars from Egypt, Cyprus, Lebanon, and Syria, enrolled in a graduate program in any nation.

The funding is to be used to fund a period of research time in residence at CAARI and to help defray costs of travel. The purpose of the time at CAARI must be to conduct research on a project relevant to the maritime archaeology or maritime heritage of Cyprus.

Residence at CAARI is required.

International Nautical Archaeology Foundation Funding

https://www.nauticalarchaeologysociety.org/inaf

The International Nautical Archaeology Foundation (INAF) was created in 2024 to advance the education of the public in the subject of nautical archaeology and to promote research for the public benefit in all aspects of the subject and to publish the useful results.

INAF has been created to facilitate the development of a grant giving programme with funds generated from an amazing $1million donation from the Edward & Saryl Von der Porten Trust, in the USA. 

INAF has been registered as a charity with the Charity Commission (No.1210349) and is being administered by the NAS, acting as a Corporate Trustee, with representatives of the donor family in the USA acting as Members of INAF.

The inaugural INAF grant programme opens on the 1st January 2026 and closes on 28th February 2026.

INAF Grant Board

The grant decision-making for the International Nautical Archaeology Foundation is to be done by a Grant Board consisting of five representatives from key nautical archaeology organisations around the world (“Board Members”).  Currently these five organisations are:

  • East Carolina University, Department of History, Program in Maritime Studies, Greenville, North Carolina, USA
  • Institute of Nautical Archaeology, College Station, Texas, USA
  • Nautical Archaeology Society, Portsmouth, UK
  • Australasian Institute for Maritime Archaeology, Adelaide, SA, Australia
  • Vasa Museum, Stockholm, Sweden

A member of the Von der Porten family also sits on the Grant Board. Board Members will individually recuse themselves from evaluating projects with which their individual organisations have a material connection. The Trustee will not be eligible to apply to the Fund.

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Grant Purposes and Guidelines

INAF will support nautical archaeological endeavours, broadly defined to include underwater, intertidal, and terrestrial archaeological work on nautical subjects, including, but not limited to, shipwrecks, cargos, fishing, harbours, & shipbuilding sites.

Projects should have reasonable prospects for making significant contributions to knowledge of nautical archaeological matters, broadly defined.  The applicability of the knowledge that is likely to be gained to wide audiences should be a major consideration in the selection process.  Narrow projects with only small specialised audiences do not fit within the purview of the Fund.

In addition to archaeology fieldwork, laboratory work, creating illustrations, work on publications, printing costs, etc., which are follow-ups to fieldwork investigations, are included in this definition.  The Fund encourages means of bringing knowledge of the results of nautical archaeology to a wide public in the form of publications in various media.

Carefully planned small projects with potential for development will be considered for funding.  Proven success will not be a requirement for funding.

Projects that are primarily educational, such as fieldschools, lecture series, and public events, do not fit within the purview of the International Nautical Archaeology Fund. Funds shall not be granted for creating, managing or attending conferences, travel outside specific needs of a project, and similar non-research purposes.

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Our Approach to PublicationUndertaking research by itself is not a charitable purpose and confers little or no benefit to the public. To achieve such benefits the results of the research must be disseminated in a publicly accessible format, thus adding to the collective knowledge and understanding of humanity’s past in a nautical context.

Dissemination of the results of research in a publicly accessible format is therefore an integral component of any nautical archaeology project, as recognised by Rules 30 -36 of the Annex to the UNESCO Convention on the Protection of Underwater Cultural heritage 2001. As such, the INAF regards such dissemination to be an essential component of any proposal for award of a grant from the INAF.

The INAF will require as a condition of any grant awarded, the publication of the results of any research undertaken from funding provided. Such publication may be proportional to the funded research undertaken and may make take the form of, but not necessarily be limited to:

  • Publication on the INAF’s website or other Internet media outlet
  • Publication in popular literature, such as magazines and news periodicals
  • Publication in peer reviewed academic journals
  • Publication in monographs or books
  • Publication as documentary film or television program

It may be the case that two or more forms of publication may be intended to be undertaken in respect of research funded by the INAF. If so, applicants should expressly identify this in the application. Wherever possible, applicants may wish to identify the intention to provide a readily comprehensible form of publication for the general public as well as a more technical format for a specialised audience.

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Application Eligibility

Applications will only be considered from:

• Not for Profits, Registered Charities (including CIOs), Non-Government Organisations, Archaeological Groups or Societies

• Individual researchers affiliated with a University

• Individual researchers and members of a Non-Government Organisation or Archaeological Group or Society

• University students studying nautical archaeology or related subjects at undergraduate level or above.

Applications will not be considered from:

• Not for Profits and Charities that do not have one year of registered accounts

• Political parties

• Persons or organisations engaged, or proposing to engage in the commercial exploitation of cultural heritage contrary to the provisions Article 2 of the UNESCO Convention on the Protection of Underwater Cultural Heritage 2001, and Rule 2 of the Annex thereto.

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Application Timetable and Financials

The minimum grant size is £500. Awards of more than £20,000 will be rare.

2026 applications to the International Nautical Archaeology Foundation open on the 1st January 2026 and close on the 28th February 2026.

Applicants will be informed of the award decision by the 6th April 2026. Grant recipients will be required to report on their supported work by the 31st March 2027, and the 31st March 2028 (if a two year funded project).

Any unused funds shall be returned within two years of the award. If a grant is being used for a project lasting longer than two years, applicants will be advised on returning any unused funds. 

The financial and administrative overhead rates for grants shall not exceed 10% of the grant applied for. For example, a £1,000 grant may not have more than £100 allocated to overhead. Any overhead amounts must be disclosed in the grant application and in any financial reports.

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Download the 2026 INAF Application Form here

Please direct any enquiries and send applications to inaf@nauticalarchaeologysociety.org 

2026 applications close at 23.59 (GMT) on the 28th February 2026.

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Donate to International Nautical Archaeology Foundation

The International Nautical Archaeology Foundation is an open fund, happy to accept further donations to help support nautical archaeology research and fieldwork. If you would like to talk to someone about donating a legacy to the field of nautical archaeology please feel free to contact the NAS CEO, Mark Beattie-Edwards by email on mark@nauticalarchaeologysociety.org

Request for Proposals:

Marine Archeological Submerged Cultural Resources Remote Sensing Investigation

Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)

https://vendor.myfloridamarketplace.com/search/bids/detail/14570

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (the Department or DEP) hereby issues this Request for Proposals (RFP) to contract for Marine Archeological Submerged Cultural Resources Remote Sensing Investigation. The Solicitation will be administered through the Vendor Information Portal (VIP). Respondents interested in submitting a Response must comply with all of the terms and conditions described in this RFP.

If you have a business idea related to Blue Economy and the preservation of Underwater Cultural Heritage through sustainable maritime tourism, monitoring programs to mitigate threats to underwater cultural heritage, diving practices or training, this program is for you.

From Recognition to Action: Announcing the ‘Blue Futures Lab’ in Malta!
Building on the momentum, BCThubs announced the next ambitious step in their journey: the Blue Futures Lab: Entrepreneurial Mentoring Programme. This initiative directly addresses the need to translate innovative ideas and research into sustainable businesses within the blue economy.

Scheduled to launch in Malta, this bootcamp is designed for teams, startups, students, researchers, and professionals from across the Mediterranean region.

If you have a business idea related to Blue Economy and the preservation of Underwater Cultural Heritage through sustainable maritime tourism, monitoring programmes to mitigate threats to underwater cultural heritage, diving practices or training, this programme is for you.

The Blue Futures Lab will provide participants with:

  • Expert mentoring from industry leaders and entrepreneurs.
  • Workshops on business model development, funding strategies, and market validation.
  • Access to high-level networks of technology, heritage, and business stakeholders.
  • A pathway to turn visionary concepts into viable, impactful ventures.

As an open, regionally oriented programme, the Blue Futures Lab offers a concrete mechanism for scaling and replicating the BCThubs approach, not only in different WestMED communities but also in other regions. Its focus on entrepreneurship, mentoring, and access to transnational networks is expected to generate new blue-economy ventures whose impact extends beyond Malta, strengthening the wider Mediterranean innovation ecosystem.

Teams interested to apply: visit visit their website
Application deadline: 31 December 2025

Keystone Internship at Erie Maritime Museum – Education (College)

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/5146160/keystone-internship-at-erie-maritime-museum-education-college

THE POSITION

Are you passionate about public history and eager to gain meaningful, real-world experience? The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission’s Keystone Internship Program provides exceptional opportunities to advance your professional development while sharing Pennsylvania’s rich heritage with the public. Apply today to enhance your specialized skill set while embarking upon an exciting career path!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As an intern at the Erie Maritime Museum, you will have the opportunity to engage in traditional museum education experiences as well as assist the Museum Educator with the management of the museum’s 150 volunteer complement. Specific functions include:

  • Leading and training others on interpretive tours of the museum
  • Preparing and delivering training on the use of interpretive props to aid in museum interpretive programming
  • Planning, developing, and implementing written curriculum and activities for both on-site and outreach museum programming
  • Preparing and distributing marketing materials for EMM’s education programming and exhibits
  • Writing and revising interpretive text panels and social media posts
  • Assisting with scheduling, training, and managing volunteer documents
  • Gaining exposure to other museum functions such as retail sales, tickets, curatorial, and archival research

Make the most of this internship by identifying and understanding the areas where you want to grow within the museum profession!

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • 10 week internship, May 2026 through August 2026, approximately 225 to 300 hours
  • Work hours are flexible and will be finalized between selected interns and their supervisor.
  • Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Internship Requirements:

  • All applicants must be enrolled at a college or university in an undergraduate or graduate program at the time of their internship.

Additional Requirements:

  • You must be able and willing to report to Erie, PA during the Summer Keystone Internship dates, which will be a 10-week period between May 11, 2026 and August 21, 2026. Lodging and transportation will not be provided.
  • You must be majoring, minoring or have a concentration in History, Public History, Museum Studies, or Library and Information Sciences.
  • You must be in good academic standing (as defined by a GPA of 2.5 or higher). 
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required): 

  • Interest in Naval and Maritime history 
  • Willing to work with children and youth

Legal Requirements:

  • This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
    • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
  • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.  

Veterans:

  • Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

  • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Fully-Funded MA and PhD program in Maritime Archaeology: Call for Applications

The Koç University Mustafa V. Koç Maritime Archaeology Research Center (KUDAR) is accepting MA and PhD applications for a new cohort of fully-funded students to begin in the Autumn of 2026.  Accepted students will receive a tuition waiver, a monthly stipend, and will be eligible to apply for funds offered by KUDAR for research, conference participation, or similar activities.

KUDAR began in 2017 and has been conducting and supporting research projects in the field and in museums investigating the relationship between society and the sea in Türkiye and Italy, including several ongoing projects related to late antique and medieval shipwrecks and seafaring in the Byzantine Empire. Our current and former students are studying graffiti on Byzantine-era amphorae from the Camaltı Burnu shipwreck, analyzing ship graffiti in the Ayşe Kadın mosque, deciphering the maritime cultural landscape of the Bay of Kotor in Montenegro, modeling the distribution of imported Hellenistic-era amphorae in Pergamon, optimizing 3D additive printing workflows for museum conservation, and revising World Heritage Committee guidelines to inscribe more sites of maritime heritage.  KUDAR is a member of the UNESCO UniTwin Network for Underwater Archaeology, and partners with the Universities of Copenhagen and Oldenburg in the Sustainable Ocean Management Programme, endorsed by the UN Decade for Ocean Science.

We welcome student applications that propose MA or PhD research topics related to our specialties and projects, or maritime archaeology more generally.  For more information on the application procedures and Spring deadlines, please monitor this site for PhD guidelines, and this site for MA guidelines.  Applicants may also contact Matthew Harpster (mharpster@ku.edu.tr) and Michael Jones (mjones@ku.edu.tr) for more information.  Please see our webpage for more information about the Koç University Mustafa V. Koç Maritime Archaeology Research Center.

Research Assistant (Maritime Archaeology)

MCF-2025-1865377

https://www.mycareersfuture.gov.sg/job/others/research-assistant-scientec-consulting-7439ea76a02b2cbe19d1038617a2ebcf?source=MCF&event=Search

Job Details

Location: Raffles Place
Working Hours: Mon-Fri, Office Hour
Work Type: 12-Month Contract
Salary: Up to $ 4,000/month

What you will be working on?
This role involves processing archaeological collections, assisting with special projects and events, and contributing to day-to-day activities such as research, documentation, and collections database support.

  • Update artefact catalogue entries and research notes in collection management systems.
  • Assist with artefact recording, data entry and address gaps in existing records.
  • Using primary and secondary sources, conduct research on artefacts to help establish / verify provenance, typology, and historical context.
  • Assist curators with acquisitions such as loans, purchases, transfers and donations including associated administrative documentation.
  • Draft contributions to reports, publications, and exhibitions.
  • Support comparative studies with regional and international maritime collections.
  • Assist in the production of educational materials, exhibitions, and digital content.
  • Provide research input for guided tours, lectures, and outreach programmes.
  • Collaborate with curators and educators to translate technical findings into accessible narratives.
  • Any other duties assigned by senior managers.

What are we looking for?

  • Singaporean only
  • Minimum Bachelor Degree holders with relevant experience and background – in history, anthropology, museum/curatorial studies, material culture studies, or a related subject.
  • Passionate in maritime history or archaeology.

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Assistant Curator / Curator (Maritime Archaeology), ACM

https://www.mycareersfuture.gov.sg/job/public/assistant-curatorcurator-acm-national-heritage-board-9806c9c780c8eb42855f9cc21aee6462?source=MCF&event=Search

The National Heritage Board (NHB) serves as the custodian of Singapore’s heritage. It is entrusted with the responsibility of narrating the Singapore story, sharing the Singaporean experience, and imparting the enduring Singapore spirit.

The Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) is the only museum in the region dedicated to exploring the rich artistic and cultural heritage of Asia, with particular emphasis on the ancestral cultures of Singaporeans. Established in 1997 and relocated to its current premises by the Singapore River in 2003, the Museum traces its lineage to the Raffles Museum, founded in the mid-19th century. ACM highlights the historical and artistic connections among Asian cultures, as well as between Asia and the wider world.

Singapore’s history as a thriving port city—where people from across the globe converged—is employed as a lens through which the broader history of Asia is examined. The artefacts on display illustrate narratives of trade, cultural exchange, and the dissemination of religions and faiths across the region.

ACM also manages The Peranakan Museum (TPM), which showcases the art and culture of Peranakan communities in Southeast Asia. TPM houses one of the finest and most comprehensive collections of Peranakan culture, reflecting the richness of this unique heritage.

NHB is currently seeking a highly motivated and skilled Assistant Curator/Curator to join its Maritime Archaeology section. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to strategic projects, while benefiting from comprehensive training and career development opportunities. By becoming part of our team, you will not only advance your professional journey but also play a vital role in driving the organisation’s long-term success.

What you will be working on

Reporting to the Senior Curator (Maritime Archaeology), you will be part of the Curatorial, Education & Interpretation Division of the ACM, under the NHB. As an Assistant Curator/Curator, you will play a key role in supporting the maritime archaeology programme, contributing to its research, exhibitions and public engagement initiatives. Your responsibilities will encompass the planning and execution of curatorial projects, development of interpretive content, coordination of educational activities that highlight the significance of maritime heritage, help oversee projects such as conferences and workshops, as well as support heritage policy initiatives, surveys and site monitoring. In this capacity, you will be expected to uphold the highest standards of scholarship and professional practice, while advancing the Museum’s mission to preserve and promote maritime cultural heritage.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Acquisitions: help enhance the maritime heritage collection through artefact acquisitions, donor cultivation, and institutional loans.

Collection Specialisations: drive research and meticulous analysis of the maritime archaeological collection, generating insights into past cultures.

Research, Publication, and Scholarship: produce catalogues, articles and digital content that advance the Museum’s academic and public profile.

Curation, Interpretation, and Exhibition Development: collaborate across teams to design and deliver engaging exhibitions and interpretive strategies for galleries and online platforms.

Stakeholder Engagement: build relationships with patrons, trustees, academics and partners; develop outreach programmes with schools and the Ministry of Education (MOE); guide volunteers and community partners.

What we are looking for

An ideal candidate should possess the following:

Acquisitions

  • Execute fundamental acquisition tasks, including researching potential acquisitions.
  • Undertake straightforward acquisitions and provide support on complex acquisitions, under supervision.
  • Cultivate relationships with donors, collectors, sellers and other stakeholders under the guidance of senior curators.

Collections Specialisations

  • Assess artefacts with respect to material, technique, stylistic characteristics and other technical attributes.
  • Interpret artefacts within their historical and socio-cultural contexts.
  • Write short collections-based catalogue entries for the collection management system.

Research, Publication, and Scholarship

  • Assist senior curators or the curatorial team with complex research projects.
  • Conduct independent research and analysis, including the development of research plans and methodologies, and the synthesis of data.
  • Produce short-form scholarly articles and deliver talks for institutional audiences.

Curation, Interpretation, and Exhibition Development

  • Select objects that effectively communicate or addresses various purposes such as exhibition themes, media and educational objectives.
  • Undertake research on selected artefacts and contribute to exhibition design briefs.
  • Collaborate with exhibition designers and other vendors/service providers and support the engagement of internal and external stakeholders.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Assist in the training of volunteers and docents on exhibition content.
  • Identify relevant stakeholders and assess their needs and expectations under supervision.
  • Build awareness of local collectors’ networks and assist in identifying potential loans.
  • Support the management of key aspects of loan processes.

Work Experiences and Knowledge

·       Preferably a minimum of two years working in a museum environment or a comparable educational or research institution. Prior experience working with archaeological material will be considered an advantage.

·       Background in archaeology, applied arts or art history. Familiarity with maritime archaeology or ceramics is desirable. Strong research and writing skills in English are required; proficiency in Asian and/or European languages would be an advantage.

·       Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. Clear and timely communication skills are essential. Candidates should be collaborative, solutions‑oriented, emotionally intelligent and motivated to achieve both personal and professional goals.

Other Traits

·       Highly organised, detail‑oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities effectively.

·      The position follows regular working hours, with a strong emphasis on meeting tasks and deliverables. Flexibility is required, as occasional travel and irregular hours may be necessary when supporting special projects or activities.


The successful candidate will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance.

International Conference on Underwater and Maritime Archaeology (ICUMA-26) 21-22 May 2026 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

https://efstm.com/event/index.php?id=100368156&source=aca

The upcoming (ICUMA-26) at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia has been organized on 21st – 22nd May 2026 and scheduled to alleviate this exact challenge by serving as a focal point for reseachers in the discipline of Underwater and Maritime Archaeology from the world over to gather together, learn from one another, impart and propagate their expertise, and put in place policies and mechanisms that will safeguard the stedfast growth and advancement of Underwater and Maritime Archaeology. In addition, participants of this event will be privileged with numerous opportunities to ensure their own personal advancement – be it in their studies, research work, career, or entrepreneurial endeavors.

When it comes to research in any academic discipline, the underlying values of knowledge, professionalism, ethics, mutuality and stewardship, all remain the same. Today, more than ever, owing to the saturation of research projects and experimental studies being conducted on diverse topics all across the planet, and the stringent as well as convoluted nature of research funding and grant allocations, research professionals, scholars, scientists, and others are finding it pretty hard to cultivate and hone these values

Objective

The (ICUMA-26) aims to be this all-so-necessary rocket fuel of progress for the field of Underwater and Maritime Archaeology by providing everyone from students and educators to researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals, the inspiration, intellectual stimulation, and radical ingenuity that they need to be able to go out there and achieve big things. From invigorating keynote speeches and research presentation sessions to pathbreaking workshops, debates, networking sessions, exhibits, and more, the (ICUMA-26) will prove to be the accelerant of progress that the world will attribute all success in Underwater and Maritime Archaeology to in the years to come.

Although there is a certain degree of progress that is in existence in the discipline of Underwater and Maritime Archaeology at present, the pace of progress isn’t something that anybody engaged in the field is proud of. Every reason for this slower-than-expected speed of development can be summed up as being a result of this one major hindrance to progress – the lack of motivation and the absence of a motivating factor.

Call for Papers – New Researchers in Maritime History Conference 2026

https://www.maritimehistory.org.uk/news/items/call-for-papers—new-researchers-in-maritime-history-conference-2026

Event date: 17/18 April 2026

Location: University of Southampton

The British Commission for Maritime History (BCMH), in association with the University of Southampton, invites contributions to its thirty-first conference for new researchers.

The University of Southampton provides an ideal setting with its focus on the maritime world – offering courses in marine biology, oceanography, maritime law, ship science, maritime archaeology and history. It isa delightful setting for this annual conference and provides a unique opportunity for new scholars to present their work in a historic setting.

The Conference, which is supported by the Society for Nautical Research, helps emerging scholars who wish to share their work in a supportive environment and build relations with other maritime historians. We encourage applications from postgraduate students and warmly encourage participation by independent scholars. Contributions can address all aspects of maritime history in its broadest sense.

Those wishing to offer a paper should complete the online form available from

https://shorturl.at/inNoK

Please direct any queries to newresearchers@maritimehistory.org.uk

The deadline is 13 March 2026

 Anyone interested in attending the conference without presenting a paper is also warmly invited to register an interest; further information will be sent to you in due course.

Request for Proposals: SAFMC Communities Project Phase I and Phase II 

Request for Proposals: SAFMC Communities Project Phase I and Phase II 

Proposal Submission Deadline for both Phases: January 12, 2026 

More information on the project scope, timeline, applicant qualifications, and how to apply can be found in the requests for proposals (RFP) for each phase. 

full project details

Background 

The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council (SAFMC) is committed to enhancing its understanding and communication with fishing communities throughout the South Atlantic region. The effects of changing ecosystems have necessitated a deeper exploration into the vulnerabilities and challenges facing these communities. To address these needs, the Council is launching a multi-phase Communities Project aimed at identifying place-based fishing communities and developing effective communication strategies to ensure their needs and perspectives are integrated into fishery management decisions. This initiative addresses prioritized actions identified during the stakeholder-informed East Coast Scenario Planning effort1 and supports the fulfillment of mandates such as National Standard 8 of the Magnuson-Stevens Fisheries and Conservation Act, which emphasizes continued community access to fishery resources and minimizing adverse economic impacts.  

 Phase I of the Communities Project is focused on the place-based identification and characterization of fishing communities in the South Atlantic region. This phase involves gathering and analyzing existing data to map the geographical locations of these communities, assess their economic and cultural dependencies on fishing activities, and evaluate their vulnerabilities to environmental changes such as sea level rise, storms, and shifts in fish distribution and productivity. The outcomes of Phase I are intended to provide comprehensive information to the Council and support work being conducted for Phase II. Additionally, the work will inform scenario planning discussions in a subsequent Phase III, ensuring that management measures are informed by robust social and ecological data and stakeholder input. 

Guided by the ongoing work in Phase I, Phase II is designed to integrate the information gathered about fishing communities into a targeted stakeholder outreach and communication assessment. The goal of Phase II is to develop a strategic Outreach and Communication Plan that strengthens the integration of community perspectives into Council management decisions. This phase involves working closely with community stakeholders to understand their communication preferences, identifying the most effective methods to encourage engagement, and developing implementation tools. The outcomes of Phase II will support adaptive management and the Council’s goals to improve engagement with stakeholders not yet active in the management process, incorporate local ecological knowledge and community vulnerability assessments into management decision-making, and work to rebuild trust with communities affected by management actions. By building trust, fostering participation, and making qualitative data actionable, the project will support management that is both scientifically robust and grounded in the realities of those most affected by ecosystem change. 

Phase I: Place-Based Identification and Characterization of South Atlantic Fishing Communities

Phase I focuses on the identification of South Atlantic fishing communities and analyzing data to characterize the communities’ economic dependencies and vulnerabilities to environmental changes such as sea level rise and shifting fish populations. The deliverables include a comprehensive report, outreach products, a database to support further stakeholder assessment and communication planning in Phase II, and presentations of draft and final reports to relevant panels and the Council.

Phase one Request for proposals

Phase II: Stakeholder Outreach and Communication Assessment and Strategic Plan

Phase II focuses on developing a strategic Outreach and Communication Plan that promotes the incorporation of community perspectives into Council management decisions. Guided by Phase I efforts, a stakeholder outreach and communication assessment will be developed and conducted. This phase necessitates close collaboration with stakeholders to identify effective engagement methods and create tools such as an online communication hub and interactive stakeholder maps. The deliverables include an assessment of current outreach activities, a comprehensive communication plan with strategies and performance measures, an online communication hub with interactive tools and resources, guidance materials and training sessions for staff, and presentations of draft and final reports to relevant panels and the Council. 

Phase two Request for proposals

MARINE GEOARCHAEOLOGIST 

https://www.wessexarch.co.uk/marine-geoarchaeologist

Senior Geoarchaeologist: £36,925 to £42,281
Principal Geoarchaeologist: £42,286 to £48,204
Based in Amesbury, other offices and hybrid working will be considered
Permanent
Reference: AMESGEO.12.25
Closing date: 30 January 2026

Wessex Archaeology is a key partner in the offshore renewables industry providing heritage sector support at all stages from EIA to Operations and Maintenance for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects. 
 

We are looking for a talented professional to the role of Marine Geoarchaeologist at a Senior Level, with a background in geoarchaeology, or geoscience, and palaeolandscape research. This role sits within our Commercial Services Directorate, which brings together our main deployed services into one coordinated structure. You will work as part of a collaborative team alongside colleagues in Marine Services, Geoarchaeology, and Post Excavation and Specialist Services on an exciting range of offshore renewable energy projects located both within UK waters and internationally.
 

You will be keen to share your passion and expertise in geoarchaeology with others, inspiring and motivating your team to do their best work. You will be experienced and confident in the description and interpretation of Quaternary sedimentary sequences, with a solid understanding of marine and terrestrial depositional environments and processes. You will be able to show how such sequences relate to changing human behaviour in response to past climate change. 
 

You will be someone who enjoys supporting and mentoring staff, as a key aspect of the role involves supervising colleagues and delivering training. You will also be required to provide advice to teams across Wessex Archaeology and our external clients. In addition, you will support with the writing of tender documents under the supervision of the Head of Geoarchaeology, contribute to technical peer review and quality assurance and act as a subject matter expert in defined areas of expertise. Previous experience of project management would be desirable, but training will be provided. Experience interpreting marine geophysical data would be advantageous. Previous experience of deposit modelling is desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
 
Main responsibilities will include: 

  • Act as lead geoarchaeologist on marine projects, including supervising and supporting colleagues, undertake interpretation and reporting technical peer-review and quality assurance.
  • Prepare client reports, including liaising with other specialists
  • Ability to act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and proactively engage with and advise colleagues and clients concerning technical aspects of projects.
  • Contribute to project management under the direction of the Head of Geoarchaeology, Head of Marine Services and Principal Marine Geoarchaeologist, including responsibility for tender costs, project budgets and timescales/delivery.

The precise responsibilities of the role will depend on the grade at which the successful candidate is appointed. 
 

Essential experience

  • Hold a post-graduate qualification in Geoarchaeology, Quaternary Science, Geology, Geomorphology or a closely related discipline
  • Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to engage with a broad range of people – from team members and senior leaders to clients and external partners
  • Confident in describing and interpreting Quaternary superficial sediments
  • Sound knowledge of marine and terrestrial depositional environments and processes
  • Comfortable working in a multidisciplinary environment and coordinating input from a range of disciplines
  • Excellent report writing and communication skills
     

What can you look forward to? 

Our focus is on creating a collaborative culture where people can thrive, develop and where safety and wellbeing come first. From anonymising candidate data in our recruitment process to continuous improvements in our benefits, we’re committed to creating a safe, fair, and inclusive working environment. 

We offer:

  • 22 days of annual leave per year plus bank holidays rising to 27 after 5 years of continuous service.
  • Option to buy up to 5 days holiday per year.
  • Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme, Wessex Archaeology employer pension contribution 5%.
  • Life assurance scheme of three times your basic salary. 

Wellbeing and family-friendly benefits 

  • Our maternity, adoption and shared parental pay is 100% for 12 weeks, 90% for 21 weeks and 6 weeks statutory, day 1 eligibility.
  • Enhanced paternity leave, up to 4 weeks from day 1.
  • 5 days of carers leave.
  • Paid sick leave from the start of a contract, with the number of days dependent on length of service.
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements where applicable.
  • Company Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – free and confidential service in the form of counselling and assistance in areas such as health and stress.
  • AIG SmartHealth – round-the-clock support for you and your family. 
     

Sustainability and other benefits 

  • Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
  • Bike2Work scheme.
  • 100% Professional membership costs reimbursed.
  • High-quality personal protective equipment (PPE) provided.
  • Free transport from regional offices to sites.
  • Time in lieu or paid time for drivers.
  • Subsistence allowance. 
     

How to apply 

Interested in working with us?

Email your completed application form and equal opportunities monitoring form by close of business on 30 January 2026 to wa.applications@wessexarch.co.uk All applications will be acknowledged within 2 weeks of the closing date. Interviews will be held in early February 2026 If you have questions about the role, then please contact Dr Alex Brown, Head of Geoarchaeology (a.brown@wessexarch.co.uk) and Dr Beccy Scott, Principal Marine Geoarchaeologist (B.Scott@wessexarch.co.uk).

We welcome applications from people with disabilities and aim to be supportive in our recruitment and employment practices. Please let us know if you need any special arrangements or adjustments in the application or interview process. 

Successful candidates must have proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK by the start of their employment.