Alabama State Underwater Archaeologist

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MARITIME ARCHAEOLOGIST – 30446

The Maritime Archaeologist is a permanent, full-time position with the Alabama Historical Commission. Positions are located throughout
the state. This is highly technical and professional maritime archaeological work involving the protection, preservation, documentation,
and investigation of submerged archaeological sites belonging to the State of Alabama. Work involves engaging in the identification,
inventory, evaluation, and management of prehistoric and/or historic archaeological sites located in an underwater setting throughout
the state, as well as the curation of data and artifacts associated with these sites.

Salary: $50,253.60 – $84,280.80

Starting salary upon initial appointment to the merit system may be based on various factors.

HOW TO APPLY

  • Complete an Application for Examination Form available at www.personnel.alabama.gov, the above address, or any Alabama Career
    Center Office.
  • Apply on-line, by mail, by fax, or by email at apply@personnel.alabama.gov. Applications will be accepted until further notice. The
    State Personnel Department is not responsible for late receipt of applications due to mail service or faxing malfunctions.

Martin Klein Award for the Development and Application of Technology in Support of Underwater Archaeology


The Advisory Council on Underwater Archaeology is pleased to announce the ACUA Martin Klein Award.

This award of $1,000.00 (USD) will be awarded to an individual at any stage in their career that has developed and/or used technology in the service of underwater archaeology.

To be eligible for consideration, nominees and nominators for this award must currently be an SHA member in good standing.

To nominate* or be nominated for this award, the following must be submitted:
1. Curriculum vitae of nominee
2. One-page cover letter. This letter must demonstrate how the nominee has developed or applied new technology or applied traditional technology in new or innovative ways.
3. If a current student, a letter of support from a professor or other professional mentor is additionally required. *Individuals can self-nominate.
Submissions will be judged by a committee of the ACUA including Martin Klein.

All award application materials must be sent to the ACUA at info@acuaonline.org by September 24, 2026.

Put Klein Award Application in the subject line.

North Carolina Maritime Museum: Museum Curator Supervisor-60083653MOH-Hybrid

https://nc.wd108.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/NC_Careers/job/Carteret-County-NC/Museum-Curator-Supervisor-60083653MOH-Hybrid_JR-123143

Administrate and supervise education branch and staff at the NCMM at Beaufort. Supervise educational branch staff in curatorial level technical work in secondary/teaching collections, taxonomic identification, exhibit implementation, publication writing and proofing, in developing and implementing programming and special events that are part of educational branch responsibilities.

key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Supervising staff Developing, presenting, and evaluating educational programming Oversight of programming and outreach
Managing budgets and long-range planning Serves on leadership team


• 30% – Administrates and supervises education branch staff at Beaufort responsible for daily public and school programming both in museum and for outreach, special events, education program supervision, branch publications, proofing museum publications. Determines short term and long-range planning and daily work flow, staff assignments, budgeting, training, work
standards and performance reviews. Recommends budget, personnel, space allocations, dismissal, promotion, reassignment and salary adjustments of education staff.


• 30% – Designs and supervises execution of programs for the general public and school groups, teacher and professional workshops, relating to maritime history, culture, and relevant marine science. Determines focus, content, staffing, organization, needs, and justification for education branch events and programs.


• 15% – Writes job descriptions, interviews branch curators, instructors and assistants, supervises and evaluates branch staff for all educational programs. Decides design, extent, content, scheduling, staff, budget, facility use, and evaluation methods and responses for all educational branch programs.


• 10% – Provides expertise in the fields of museum education for the purpose of programming or exhibit development to museum staff, volunteers, and other qualified individuals and
organizations.


• 5% – Supervises the uses of teaching collections for the purpose of research and education.


• 5% – Supervises production of education program reports, articles and publications. Decides educational publications/materials to be published. Approves or suggests revisions for copy for all educational materials.


• 5% – Supervises education program volunteer training, and recommends annual award winners.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

Recruitment Range: $41,206 – $57,514

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

Qualified candidates must have or be able to:

  • Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of educational programming.
  • Knowledge of history, maritime history, culture, and/or related marine education.
  • Demonstrated experience in public speaking and/or programming.
  • Demonstrated experience training and/or managing staff.
  • Demonstrated experience with budgeting.

Position/Physical Requirements

Monday–Friday, 8am to 5pm

Ability to lift 30 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation. Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license within 90 days of employment.

This position is deemed eligible for hybrid telework under DNCR’s Telework Policy.

This position is located at:

315 Front Street

Beaufort, NC

Carteret County

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Master’s degree in biology, education, history, museum studies, zoology, or a curriculum related to area of expertise from an appropriately accredited institution, and

six years of experience in assigned specialty area, two of which must have been in a supervisory capacity;

or

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Section/Unit Description

The Maritime Museums Group of the Division of State History Museums is dedicated to the preservation, advancement, and presentation of maritime history, shipwrecks, and related natural history of coastal North Carolina. The group’s interpretive region stretches from the Virginia border through Brunswick County including all contiguous sound and ocean waters in coastal counties. These museums preserve, research, exhibit, and interpret their collections for the benefit of the general public and diverse audiences in order to: inspire appreciation; encourage discovery; promote an active, responsible understanding for the maritime history and heritage of the coastal region in a local, regional, national and international context; and encourage visitors to reflect on their own lives and place in history. The group includes the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum located in Hatteras, the Maritime Museum in Beaufort, and the Maritime Museum at Southport. The purpose of the education branch of the NCMM at Beaufort is to interpret the maritime history and related natural history through public and special group programming, exhibits and publications; to curate teaching/secondary collections; and to provide taxonomic identification for coastal natural history specimens.

Division Description

The North Carolina Museum of History Division promotes the understanding of the history and material culture of North Carolina for the educational benefit of North Carolinians. Through collections and historical Interpretation, its museums encourage citizens and visitors to explore and understand the past; to reflect on their lives and their place in history; and to preserve state, regional, and local history for future generations.

https://www.ncmuseumofhistory.org

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Supplemental and Contact Information 

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence. 

We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community. 

Application Process


 Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.   Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

  • Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
  • Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks.
  • Be sure to complete the application in fullApplicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting.  Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted.  Applications must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM on the night prior to the closing date 

Degree/College Credit Verification 

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. 

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference 

Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. 

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. 

Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application. 

ADA Accommodations 

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below. 

Employment Eligibility 

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System). 

CONTACT INFORMATION:  

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division of Human Resources

109 E. Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601 

Phone: 919-814-6670

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:Elizabeth Lewis Benson

Email:

employment@dncr.nc.gov

(2-Posts) Texas A&M’s Anthropology Department is seeking a Research Assistants to support the Principal Investigator and conservation team in the stabilization and preservation of the Revolutionary War Gunboat Philadelphia

https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/TAMU_External/job/Washington-DC/Research-Assistant_R-096642

Here’s a Glimpse of the Job

Texas A&M’s Anthropology Department is seeking a Research Assistant to support the Principal Investigator and conservation team in the stabilization and preservation of the Revolutionary War Gunboat Philadelphia. This position is located in Washington, D.C. and is grant-funded expected to conclude at the end of March 2027. The Research Assistant will assist with conservation efforts, documentation, and related project activities aimed at protecting and maintaining this historically significant artifact while supporting research, educational, and public outreach objectives.

Opportunities to Contribute

  • Repairs and stabilizes wooden and iron artifacts to ensure their long-term preservation.
  • Documents conservation activities to industry standards and communicates project work and findings to visitors and the public.
  • Trains and supervises volunteer assistants while assisting the Principal Investigator with preparing and maintaining the worksite for visitors.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Physically able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.

A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:

  • Hold a Class C motor vehicle license and the willingness to drive/operate a Class-C motor vehicle to and from the work site or to pick up supplies.
  • Minimum of six months experience working with maritime archaeological artifacts comprised of wood, iron, and composite materials.
  • Experience working with archaeological ship structures or disassociated ship timbers.
  • A thorough understanding of degradation processes involved with artifacts recovered from a submerged environment.
  • Ability to documentation watercraft and component parts to industry standards.
  • DSLR artifact photography and UV reflective photography.
  • A strong understanding of 18th and 19th-century ship construction.
  • Familiarity with Rhino 7 (CAD) software.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to analyze and characterize object components that have been recovered from freshwater or seawater environments.
  • Basic understanding of the use of XRF, FTIR and other analytical methods.
  • A thorough understanding of ship construction methods from the historic period with emphasis on the second half of the 18th century.
  • Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
  • Strong writing skills.

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate’s education and experience.

Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.

What you need to do

Apply! Submit a cover letter, CV/Resume to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume. 

Why Texas A&M University? 

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.   

Anthropology, in the College of Arts and Sciences, is the study of what it means to be human in the broadest sense, through an examination of culture and society (sociocultural and linguistic anthropology), the biology and evolution of humans and our closest relatives (biological anthropology) and the study of past human communities and material culture (archaeology).  Students develop an appreciation of the value of physical and cultural differences at the local, national, and global levels, and learn critical thinking skills that support them in their careers.  

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.  

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

COASTAL, MARINE, AND OCEANOGRAPHIC SCIENCE FACULTY POSITIONS 

ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR 

The Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) for research and education (https://lumcon.edu) seeks to hire at least three (3) additional Assistant/Associate Professors as part of a multi-year faculty expansion. Faculty will be based at the DeFelice Marine Center in Cocodrie, Louisiana. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled, but we will begin reviewing applications on October 16, 2026. 

Assistant/Associate Professor 

We are seeking interdisciplinary scientists whose research addresses fundamental and applied questions in the coastal, near-shore marine, or oceanographic sciences who are interested in developing a world-class research program to apply for these positions. Research subject specialties may include, but are not limited to all disciplines of oceanography, community ecology (e.g., deep-sea, coral, wetland, barrier island), marine geology, marine fisheries, organismal biology, environmental toxicology, microbiology, organic geochemistry, and/or social and human-dimensions science.

We also welcome candidates with a strong marine engineering expertise to apply to these positions, particularly those whose research focuses on the development and application of innovative technologies for observing and monitoring marine and coastal systems, including but not limited to marine robotics and autonomous systems, remote sensing, underwater acoustics, and other emerging ocean technologies. Preference will be given to candidates who can clearly demonstrate an existing or planned research program that maximizes the locality and research assets, including the DeFelice Marine Center, Blue Works, and research vessels, and complements and extends the strengths of LUMCON and the Consortium. 

Positions for Assistant Professor carry a competitive salary of $76,500 for 9-mos for entry-level appointments, with 3 additional months possible from grants ($102,000 for 12-mos), strong benefits and retirement packages, and a start-up budget. If selected as an Associate Professor, starting salary will be adjusted accordingly. A six-year review similar to tenure is conducted for promotion to Associate Professor, and separately for Full Professor. However, LUMCON is not a tenure-granting institution. 

Minimum Qualifications (Assistant Professor) 

– Ph.D. in coastal, estuarine, marine, oceanographic, or engineering sciences, or related field 

– Strong publication record and history of funded research 

– Strong commitment to education and outreach 

Preferred Qualifications 

– Post-doctoral research experience with documented leadership in developing a competitive research program 

– Experience in mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students 

Minimum Qualifications (Associate Professor) 

– Meet all minimum and preferred qualifications for Assistant Professor 

– Considered an established expert in incumbent’s field of study, with outstanding publication record, including in high-profile journals 

– Possess a consistent record of attaining competitive funding 

– Must already be an Associate Professor or higher rank (or equivalent) at an accredited institution of higher education prior to October 16, 2026 

Essential Duties 

– Establish a regional, national and internationally recognized research program in the coastal, marine and/or oceanographic sciences 

– Develop innovative research ideas relevant to incumbent’s research community 

– Attain research funding from state, federal, or private programs by leading or co-leading competitive proposals 

– Write and publish papers in reputable, peer-reviewed scientific journals describing incumbent’s research advancements 

– Engage in frequent and effective communications with both scientific audiences (e.g., state, national, international scientific meetings) and the general public 

– Contribute to LUMCON’s courses (undergraduate/graduate) 

– Mentor undergraduate students (e.g., REU Program) and graduate students as a committee member or chair through one or more of LUMCON’s consortium academic institutions 

– Provide leadership in arranging logistics that include, but are not limited to, investigator travel, facility usage, vessel operations engagement, grant management, and conflict resolution 

Facility 

LUMCON is a program of the Louisiana Board of Regents serving as a statewide academic and research Consortium representing over 40 universities and colleges across Louisiana. LUMCON’s mission is to promote, facilitate and conduct research and education collaborations among Louisiana’s universities relevant to the sustainability of coastal and marine environments of the U.S. Gulf Coast. The LUMCON DeFelice Marine Center, located at the upper end of Terrebonne Bay in the Mississippi River deltaic plain between the Atchafalaya and Mississippi rivers, is in close proximity to numerous habitats including extensive marshes, estuaries, large and small rivers, coastal zone management projects, and the open Gulf. The Center facilities include a seawater system, multiple wet labs, racetrack flume, environmental chambers, extensive aquaculture and experimental tank facilities, dedicated laboratories for all faculty, and a fleet of research vessels ranging from small boats to large oceanographic vessels. In 2023, LUMCON expanded its programs through the opening of a maritime research and outreach facility (Blue Works) on the Maritime Campus in Houma. Blue Works provides opportunities for education and research initiatives at the intersection of engineering, technology, industry, and marine science/oceanography. The facility contains research labs, LUMCON’s natural history collections, education spaces (including makers labs, fabrication labs, and 3D printing facilities), library, and formal and informal meeting and exhibit spaces. In 2025, a large boat slip and bulkhead project was completed on the Maritime Campus, and is currently undergoing additional expansion. Our new Marine Operations Center will open in 2027 and the state’s new flagship, 125-foot RV Pelican II, will also be delivered in 2027. Faculty will have access to a new NSF-owned regional class research vessel under construction, 199-foot R/V Gilbert R. Mason (2028 delivery). Our research vessel fleet and proximity to the coast facilitate the use of a broad mix of traditional and innovative instruments and observational techniques to make measurements in many settings from open-ocean to coastal regions to trans-Gulf operations. 

How to Apply 

Submit electronic copies of, 1) a letter of interest; 2) curriculum vita; 3) research statement; 4) a statement on your education and outreach activities/philosophy with examples that illustrate your work in recruiting STEM students; 5) a statement of how your research program would use the location of LUMCON’s DeFelice Marine Center and its assets, develop collaborations with faculty at Marine Center, Blue Works, and Consortium member universities, and collaboratively utilize the resources of the Consortium member universities, and if applicable, a statement of aspirations for establishing new sea-going programs (if applicable); and 6) the name, affiliation, address, phone and email address of three (3) references to Dr. Ken W. Krauss (kkr…@lumcon.edu), Professor and Associate Director of Science, with the subject line “LUMCON Faculty Application”. 

All applications received by October 16, 2026 will receive full consideration. Review will continue until the positions are filled. 

LUMCON is an AA/EO employer. 

AAUS Scientific Diver Certification

Sun, Nov 08 |

Ocean First Key Largo

Earn your AAUS Scientific Diver Certification in beautiful Key Largo!

https://www.deepwaterconservation.org/event-details-registration/aaus-scientific-diver-certification-3

Time & Location

Nov 08, 2026, 7:00 PM – Nov 15, 2026, 9:00 AM

Ocean First Key Largo, 51 Shoreland Dr, Key Largo, FL 33037, USA

About the event

Deepwater is partnering with Ocean First Key Largo to offer an AAUS Scientific Diver Course in the Florida Keys!

The only prerequisite for the course is a current open water certification from a nationally recognized agency. Divers must also hold a current cpr/first aid/aed/o2 administrator for diving certification by the end of the course.

 

This intensive week will cover dive physics and physiology, diver rescue, current data collection techniques, current coral restoration techniques, and dive planning in accordance to AAUS standards. Upon completion, divers will receive an AAUS Scientific Diver certification which is required for participation in most State, Federal, and University marine science programs.

Register for more details including course cost, skill requirements, and amenities included at Ocean First Key Largo.

Archaeological Conservator (Maritime)

Historic England

https://app.beapplied.com/apply/xdeh5ffthu

Summary

Historic England is the public organisation that brings new life to heritage to build a better future for every place and everyone.

Historic England has a fantastic opportunity for you to join us as our Archaeological Conservator (Maritime).

This is a Full Time, 24 Months Fixed-Term Contract.

The location of this role is Portsmouth, inclusive with hybrid working.

We offer a wide benefits package including a competitive defined benefit pension scheme to which we make 28.97% employer contributions, a generous 28 days holiday, corporate discounts, free entry into English Heritage sites across the country and development opportunities to ensure you achieve your goals.

To view our full range of benefits please follow the link here.

What you will be doing

As our Archaeological Conservator (Maritime), you will provide expertise in the analysis, interpretation and reporting of artefactual assemblages and historic features on Historic England projects, on projects undertaken in collaboration with universities and other IROs and on commissioned projects. You will undertake innovative heritage science research in support of the Historic England Strategic Plan, including leading on and commissioning projects. You will actively engage in increasing the public value and impact of your research including developing and taking part in public engagement activities. You will champion archaeological conservation, seeking opportunities to present HE work at national and international fora. An important part of your role will be to manage the Marine Conservation Facility, including providing access, training and supervision of external users. You will develop and contribute to the delivery of training as part of disseminating best practice and developing capacity in archaeological conservation. 

You will work closely with other marine specialist colleagues across Historic England and to ensure the organisation delivers a seamless service on all relevant marine issues.  

As part of this role you will receive on-the -job training in the conservation of artefacts recovered from marine environments based on your current experience and learning needs. You will also undertake training in project management.  

Please note that: 

  • the role may require travel, including to sites not serviced by public transport and sites which may have challenging access, for example stairwells, confined spaces, heights or places with low lighting 
  • the role also involves working outdoors or in cold buildings and may require overnight stays for joint working, attending meetings and training 
  • the work entails reasonable lifting of heavy/bulky objects within published health and safety guidelines on manual handling. 

Who we are looking for

  • Professional qualifications (or equivalent experience) in conservation
  • Experience of conserving artefacts recovered from archaeological sites
  • Experience of using of X-radiography and/or vacuum freeze drying
  • Experience in communication complex research of findings to wide audiences (including non-specialists)
  • Excellent collaboration skills
  • Experience of providing training or mentoring in archaeological conservation.

Please note your application will be scored and assessed against the above criteria.

Historic England is a Disability Confident Leader and normally offers guaranteed interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role, where it is practical and appropriate to do so. We want all candidates to shine in the recruitment process, so please tell us what we can do to help you show us your very best self. For more information, please visit our Everyone is Welcome page, or contact us at recruitmentTeam@Historicengland.org.uk if you have any recruitment queries.

We are an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we would be happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to the job with you. Having won the Gold Award from MIND for workplace wellbeing in seven consecutive years, we also recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance.

We are an inclusive employer and believe that flexible working options are for everyone. We want to make sure our working arrangements don’t prevent anyone from joining us because of their personal circumstances. We also want to provide you with the best balance in your home and work life that we can.

We are open to considering options including job sharing, part-time working, compressed hours working and different working locations, including hybrid working. Please visit our jobs pages or contact us to find out more.

Why work for Historic England

We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for everyone. Diversity helps us to perform better and attract more people to support our work. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and candidates with disabilities as they are underrepresented within Historic England at this level.

Historic England wants all of our candidates to shine in the recruitment process. Please tell us what we can do to make sure you can show us your very best self. You can contact us by email at recruitmentTeam@Historicengland.org.uk if you have any recruitment queries. 

At Historic England we use a hiring system called Applied. Applied is a behavioural science-backed recruitment platform that reduces bias, improves quality of hire and increases diversity. We do not use CV application for the majority of our hiring processes. You will answer a selection of questions that allow our hiring teams to test your skills and suitability for the role.

At Historic England, we value the expertise and individuality each candidate brings and want to hear about this in your own words. If you require the use or AI tools or other resources to support your application, we ask that all information is factually accurate, original, and reflects your own experience. To best represent yourself, we encourage you to write in your own words and use AI-generated content only as inspiration—not as direct input.

Provisional interview dates: 5th October 2026

Please follow the link for a full copy of the Job Description –

Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure): Open Rank & Title

Texas A&M University: College of Marine Sciences & Maritime Studies: Maritime Studies

https://apply.interfolio.com/189227

Description

The Maritime Studies Department (MAST) in the College of Marine Sciences & Maritime Studies at Texas A&M University located on the Galveston Campus invites applications for up to 5 full-time Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure) and/or Temporary/Part-Time (Non-Tenure) positions at the (Visiting) Instructional Assistant Professor, (Visiting) Instructional Associate Professor, (Visiting) Instructional Professor, (Visiting) Lecturer, (Visiting) Senior Lecturer, or (Visiting) Principal Lecturer with the titles and ranks depending on background, qualifications, and experience with a 4.5-month or 9-month academic appointment, and the possibility of an additional summer appointment contingent upon need and availability of funds, beginning in fall 2026 or spring 2027.

Successful applicants will be responsible for the organization, delivery, evaluation and assessment of anthropology, archeology, communications, diving, english, history, hospitality, hotel management, kinesiology, literature, museum studies, philosophy, political science, psychology, public policy, sociology and/or tourism courses and student outcomes associated with those courses. Successful applicants will also advise and mentor students; participate in all aspects of the department’s activities; and serve the profession.

Academic Professional Track (APT) faculty are full and valued members of the professorial community at the College of Marine Sciences and Maritime Studies. APT faculty work under nine-month contracts, with the expectation of renewal dependent upon effective undergraduate and/or graduate teaching and service to the College, University, and/or professional community. APT contracts offer multi-year appointments after promotion, and a promotion ladder is available for those who choose teaching as their career.

The Department of Maritime Studies offers the Bachelor of Arts in Maritime Studies and the University Studies Degree with a concentration in Tourism and Coastal Community Development.  Our faculty instruct in numerous academic disciplines, and we offer several minors that enhance any degree plan. With an overarching focus on the relationship between humans and the sea, our unique educational experiences help build the critical thinkers and leaders of tomorrow. To learn more, visit marine.tamu.edu/academics/maritime-studies.

Texas A&M University at Galveston is the dedicated marine and maritime branch campus of Texas A&M University. The campus houses several institutions that are critical contributors to Texas A&M’s land-, sea-, and space-grant mission and drive the development of the blue economy on the Gulf Coast through education, innovation, scholarship and research.

Home to the Texas A&M College of Marine Sciences & Maritime Studies (https://marine.tamu.edu/index.html), students can earn undergraduate and graduate degrees in marine sciences, business, blue humanities, marine engineering and maritime transportation. Students may also pursue select Galveston-specific Texas A&M College of Engineering degrees, including computer science, ocean engineering and interdisciplinary engineering.

Texas A&M-Galveston is also home to the Texas A&M Maritime Academy, one of six state maritime academies in the U.S. and the only one embedded within a Tier I research institution. Offering hands-on training to over 400 cadets annually, the academy prepares students to earn a U.S. Coast Guard License and serve as maritime professionals, afloat and ashore, or enter military service upon graduation.

Ideally situated in Galveston Bay, the island campus is surrounded by marine life, estuarine and ocean ecosystems, and one of the largest maritime industrial hubs in the world, allowing Galveston Aggies to live, learn and work in the heart of the industries they will soon serve. Whether their careers take them shoreside or on the water, Aggies are ready for anything above, on and below the waves.

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environments for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff, which is vital to accomplishing our mission and living our core values.

Qualifications

Applicants must have expertise related to anthropology, archeology, communications, diving, english, history, hospitality, hotel management, kinesiology, literature, museum studies, philosophy, political science, psychology, public policy, sociology and/or tourism.

Required Qualifications

  • Doctoral degree in anthropology, archeology, communications, diving, english, history, hospitality, hotel management, kinesiology, literature, museum studies, philosophy, political science, psychology, public policy, sociology, tourism, or a closely related discipline in the field in which the faculty member will teach or
  • Master’s degree in anthropology, archeology, communications, diving, english, history, hospitality, hotel management, kinesiology, literature, museum studies, philosophy, political science, psychology, public policy, sociology, tourism, or a closely related discipline in the field in which the faculty member will teach and significant teaching experience at the college level in the field or in a related field

Preferred Qualifications

  •  A doctoral degree.
  •  Significant teaching experience at the college level in the field or a related field.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit electronic PDF copies of 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) a personal statement to include philosophy and plans for teaching and service, and 4) names and contact information of three (3) professional references by applying online at: http://apply.interfolio.com/189227.

We will begin reviewing candidates immediately and continue reviewing as applications are received until the position is filled.

Questions regarding this position should be sent to Dr. JoAnn DiGeorgio-Lutz at joanne-a-lutz@tamu.edu.

Re-Posted: Maritime Archaeologist

https://join.com/companies/oceyoncom/16575705-maritime-archaeologist

Oceyon is a maritime exploration and recovery company focused on institutionalizing the recovery of lost maritime assets through a compliance-first, technology-driven approach. By combining archival intelligence, artificial intelligence, state-of-the-art technologies, and advanced survey methodologies, Oceyon transforms deep-sea recovery from speculative exploration into a structured and data-driven industrial process.

Our missions operate under strict legal, archaeological, and ESG frameworks, ensuring that maritime heritage preservation and responsible recovery remain central to all operations.

As we expand our regulatory and operational activities globally, we are seeking an experienced Maritime Archaeologist to join our core team.

Tasks

Role Overview

The Maritime Archaeologist will play a key role at the intersection of historical research, regulatory compliance, and offshore operations. The position combines academic expertise with operational execution, supporting the identification, assessment, permitting, and responsible recovery of underwater cultural heritage sites.

The successful candidate will contribute both onshore and offshore, working closely with historians, legal experts, engineers, survey teams, and government authorities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Research and Target Assessment
  • Conduct archival and historical research related to shipwrecks and maritime trade routes
  • Assess archaeological significance and cultural heritage considerations of identified targets
  • Contribute to site evaluation reports supporting operational decision-making
  • Collaborate with archival intelligence and data teams to validate targets
  • Regulatory and Government Engagement
  • Support permitting processes with coastal states and regulatory authorities
  • Prepare archaeological documentation required for licences and agreements
  • Engage with national heritage agencies, museums, and archaeological institutions
  • Ensure compliance with applicable maritime heritage laws and international conventions
  • Survey and Offshore Missions
  • Participate in marine survey campaigns and offshore expeditions
  • Provide archaeological supervision during survey and recovery operations
  • Advise on site protection, documentation, and handling procedures
  • Contribute to survey planning and methodology development
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Produce archaeological assessments, technical reports, and compliance documentation
  • Support ESG and heritage reporting requirements
  • Maintain proper recording standards aligned with professional archaeological practices
  • Strategic Collaboration
  • Act as liaison with archaeological associations and academic partners
  • Support development of Oceyon’s archaeological advisory network
  • Contribute to internal best practices for responsible recovery operations

Requirements

Required Profile & Background

  • Master’s degree or PhD in Maritime Archaeology, Underwater Archaeology, Archaeology, or a related field
  • Minimum 5 years of professional experience in maritime or underwater archaeology
  • Demonstrated experience with shipwreck research or underwater cultural heritage projects
  • Knowledge of international maritime heritage frameworks and permitting environments
  • Experience working with government or heritage authorities

Desired Skills and Experience

  • Offshore or marine fieldwork experience
  • Strong archival research capabilities
  • Familiarity with survey technologies such as sonar, ROVs, AUVs, or subsea imaging
  • Understanding of legal and regulatory processes related to shipwreck recovery
  • Experience working in multidisciplinary technical teams
  • Excellent written reporting skills in English (additional languages are an advantage)

Personal Profile

  • Practical and solution-oriented mindset
  • Comfortable operating in both academic and commercial environments
  • Strong communication and diplomatic skills
  • Willingness to travel internationally and participate in offshore missions
  • High ethical standards regarding cultural heritage preservation

Benefits

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to work at the frontier of maritime exploration and technology
  • Participation in globally significant offshore projects
  • Collaboration with experts across archaeology, AI, robotics, and subsea engineering
  • Dynamic and international working environment
  • Competitive compensation aligned with experience

Updated: 1 week ago

Job ID: 16575705

Marine Archaeologist

  • Vancouver, BC, Canada
  • Victoria, BC, Canada
  • Nanaimo, BC, Canada

https://emit.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2001/job/93835

Explore Limitless Possibilities – WSP has an exciting opportunity for an Intermediate Archaeologist with marine/underwater archaeology experience to join our Heritage team in British Columbia. This position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of terrestrial, intertidal, and underwater archaeological projects, supporting infrastructure, transportation, marine remediation, coastal development, and environmental assessment initiatives. Terrestrial archaeological projects may be located throughout British Columbia, while marine archaeological projects may be located across Canada and international locations.

As an Intermediate Archaeologist, you will work closely with multidisciplinary project teams and Indigenous communities to deliver high-quality archaeological services while contributing to the growth of WSP’s marine heritage practice, which includes working with colleagues located across Canada and overseas. The successful candidate will participate in and help manage projects involving submerged cultural landscapes, intertidal archaeology, shipwrecks, historical waterfronts, and traditional Indigenous marine-use areas, in addition to a range of terrestrial archaeological projects. This role may be based in any WSP office in British Columbia, with preference given to Victoria, Nanaimo, Vancouver, or other coastal locations. 


  • Lead and support terrestrial archaeological field programs, including archaeological overviews, impact assessments, monitoring, excavation, and mitigation projects, while building toward professional qualifications such as Field Director and permit-holding status in British Columbia or Qualified Marine Archaeologist status in the US.
  • Participate in marine, intertidal, and underwater archaeological investigations, including research and analysis of historical, oceanographic, geological, and archaeological data relevant to submerged cultural resources and waterfront developments.
  • Assist with the planning and execution of marine archaeological surveys using remote-sensing technologies and other specialized field methods.
  • Collaborate with WSP’s Senior Underwater Archaeologists to develop field programs, undertake fieldwork, conduct desktop analyses, and prepare archaeological reports, permit applications, site records, technical memoranda, and regulatory documentation.
  • Partner with Indigenous communities, clients, regulators, and multidisciplinary project teams throughout all phases of project delivery, including working closely with engineers, biologists, environmental scientists, and coastal specialists.
  • Support project management activities including scope development, scheduling, budgeting, logistics, quality management, project documentation, and health and safety planning and implementation.
  • Mentor junior archaeological staff and contribute to knowledge sharing, technical excellence, and the continued growth of WSP’s Heritage team.
  • Identify and implement innovative approaches that improve project outcomes while protecting archaeological and cultural heritage values.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related discipline; Master’s degree in Archaeology, Maritime Studies, Anthropology, or a related field is an asset.
  • Professional archaeological consulting experience at an intermediate level, with experience supporting marine, intertidal, coastal, underwater, and terrestrial archaeological projects.
  • Working knowledge of the BC Heritage Conservation Act, associated permitting processes, and federal/provincial legislation related to underwater cultural heritage resources; familiarity with international guidelines is an asset.
  • Field Director status in a BC cultural area, or active progression toward Field Director qualifications, is considered an asset.
  • Knowledge of submerged cultural landscapes, maritime heritage resources, shipwreck archaeology, coastal Indigenous archaeology, and pre-Contact archaeological resources in British Columbia.
  • Experience interpreting marine geophysical data and familiarity with marine survey technologies, GIS, and archaeological field data collection tools.
  • Understanding of underwater site formation processes, historical research methods related to shipwrecks and industrial shoreline developments; scientific or commercial diving certifications and vessel-based experience are considered assets.
  • Strong technical writing, project coordination, stakeholder engagement, communication, and collaboration skills, combined with a commitment to health and safety, environmental stewardship, respectful engagement with Indigenous communities.
  • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with willingness to travel throughout British Columbia, including remote coastal locations.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $80,800 – $107,000
MB & ON: $$73,700 – $101,500
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $73,000 – $96,900

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Maritime Archaeologist Fellow – LTE

https://wj.wi.gov/psc/wisjobs/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Action=U&Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&SiteID=1&FOCUS=Applicant&JobOpeningId=21809&PostingSeq=1&

Position Summary

The Wisconsin Historical Society’s Maritime Archaeology Program and the University of Wisconsin Sea Grant Institute are seeking a graduate-level Maritime Archaeologist to fill a fellowship position. This position works under staff maritime archaeologists and the State Archaeologist in the State Historic Preservation Office to preserve the maritime archaeological legacy of Wisconsin.

The archeologist will work on specific grant-related projects, conducting research and analysis and potentially underwater archaeological fieldwork. The fellowship is part of a two-year grant funded by the University of Wisconsin Sea Grant Institute to research and complete a historic context on fireboats in the Great Lakes and study two known fireboat wrecks off Milwaukee, providing analysis of their construction, use, and ties to Wisconsin’s broader maritime cultural past. They will be assigned tasks by the current archaeological staff and will carry them out with the assistance of volunteers and/or other archaeologists. The ideal candidate will have proven writing experience, knowledge of underwater archaeological diving operations, and experience in the use of manual underwater mapping equipment. The applicant is responsible for daily completion of field tasks, project notes and maps, and for basic maintenance of project equipment.

The archaeologist will conduct historical research, write reports based upon archaeological and historical research, and complete other project-related tasks and duties as assigned. The archaeologist will also develop interpretive materials and prepare materials for the program’s websites, public outreach efforts, and PK12 programming. Both diving and non-diving applicants are encouraged to apply.

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Complete a Historic Context on fireboats in the Great Lakes and beyond with the assistance of staff maritime archaeologists.
  • Collect archaeological reports and maritime literature on fireboats and fireboat wreck sites throughout the Great Lakes and analyze site notes, drawings, photographs, and historical information for additional interpretation.
  • Write description of the development and use of fireboats throughout the Great Lakes region and place them within a larger historical and cultural context.
  • Compile and sort through historical information pertinent to current grant projects, and synthesize field notes to complete detailed site descriptions.
  • Assist with preparations and field work for field projects.
  • Analyze and synthesize field drawings and field notes after field projects are complete.
  • Respond to written, electronic, and verbal requests for information about archaeological sites from professionals, avocationals, and other members of the public regarding the maritime archaeology of Wisconsin. 
  • Explore various means of publicizing Wisconsin’s coastal heritage, including creating and updating materials for PK-12 educational programming, interactive kiosks, Wisconsinshipwrecks.org, Wisconsin Maritime Trails signage, History Center exhibits, etc. 
  • Provide lectures, presentations, and workshops on Wisconsin’s maritime archeology as requested.

Note:

This position may require significant travel for fieldwork, presentations, and meetings.  These activities usually include some weekend and evening hours. 

Salary Information

Pay range is $25.00 – $27.00 per hour with a weekend differential of 80 cents per hour. This classification is in schedule and class 13-04.

Please note this is a Limited Term Employment position so it does not include paid time off or benefits upon hire.

Job Details

A criminal background check will be conducted by WHS prior to an offer of employment to determine if the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job.

This is a Limited Term Employment (LTE) position and limited to 1,039 hours. This position will be part time and average 40 hours per week. 

Wisconsin residency is required for Limited Term Employment positions.

Limited Term Employment (LTE) positions are not civil service classified positions, do not give any rights to permanent civil service classified positions and do not lead to permanent status. 

WHS does not sponsor work visas.  Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.

Certain positions within WHS may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process.

Qualifications

  • Graduate degree or progress towards a graduate degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field with maritime archaeological field experience
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to research and report on complex issues.
  • Experience conducting historical research on maritime topics.
  • Experience preparing written material based on archival and archaeological investigations.
  • Experience developing interpretive materials for websites and public programming.
  • Experience working with the public.
  • Ability to work independently, set priorities, exercise independent judgment, and meet deadlines.
  • Knowledge of general maritime history, nautical terminology, and shipbuilding techniques.
  • Familiarity with the National Register of Historic Places program and structure of National Register nominations.
  • Knowledge of federal and state historic preservation laws relating to maritime archaeological resources.
  • Effective interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Ability to use computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud suite, ArcGIS Pro, etc.
  • Ability to travel, including some overnights and weekends.
  • Possession of a valid U.S. Driver’s License.
  • Ability to operate project vehicles, such as pickup trucks and vans.

How To Apply

Apply online! To apply, click “Apply for Job” to start the application process.  Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don’t have an account. Once you are logged in, click “Apply for Job.” Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications for your application and what should be included in these materials, click here.

Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring process.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. 

Questions can be directed to  dawn.garcia@wisconsinhistory.org  or (608) 264-6670

Please see the Frequently Asked Questions for general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance.

Deadline to Apply

Applications are due at 11:59PM on Sunday, September 27, 2026.

US Navy: Collections/Curation Specialist II

https://envrg.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1845588

Job Summary

Environmental Research Group, LLC (ERG) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual with Collections and/or Curatorial experience to support on-site collections projects in Richmond, Virginia. This role is ideal for early to mid-career professionals passionate about archaeology and/or history, historical collections, and preserving cultural heritage.

Essential Functions

  • Input of artifact dimensions, descriptions, conditions, and quantities into DONHAMS or Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC)-provided Excel spreadsheet
  • Identification photographs captured with professional equipment at 300 DPI or greater; delivered in JPEG format
  • Documentation detailing provenance research, artifact identification, and accessions number verification
  • Briefings on the number of objects inventoried/assessed and the work rate (artifacts assessed per person/per hour)
  • Written compilation of the project update metrics (objects assessed and work rates)
  • Comprehensive summary of all work accomplished
  • Finalize inventory dataset; print and provide electronic copies delivered to the technical point of contact

Qualifications

  • Contractors assigned to this project must be U.S. citizens with professional collection management experience, in addition to the following:
  • Experience working with the physical management of historical artifact collections, preferably experience with maritime and military collections as a museum specialist/collection manager
  • A graduate degree in museum studies or closely related field and one (1) year of curatorial experience or three (3) years of graduate study and experience combined; or a Bachelor’s degree in museum studies, or closely related field, and four (4) years museum experience with increasingly difficult duties; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with historical metal objects
  • Knowledge of collections inventory software
  • First Aid/CPR certification

Why ERG?

ERG: We enhance missions. We enrich lives. We are guided by our core values of trust, expertise, and compassion. ERG is committed to fostering a collaborative, respectful, and inclusive work environment where every team member contributes to meaningful projects that conserve and protect the environment.

About ERG

We apply enERGy to environmental work! A trusted name since 2000, ERG offers more than just consulting. We’re a team of passionate problem-solvers, innovators, and environmental champions who work with dedication, handling projects from planning to delivery. We excel in providing superior environmental solutions and integrating into the communities we serve. Offering behind-the-scenes support, on-site project management, and hands-on fieldwork, we deliver services to clients across the public and private sectors.

ERG is a certified Service-Disabled-Veteran-Owned, Women Owned Small Business as well as a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise.

Compensation & Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 to $30.00 per hour plus Service Contract Act Health & Welfare stipend as applicable, plus ERG’s full benefits package (health insurance with a generous employer subsidy, eleven paid holidays, paid time off, fitness stipend, a 401(k) plan with an employer contribution regardless of employee contribution, and more).

How to Apply

Join us! Apply through https://envrg.isolvedhire.com/jobs/.

Know someone that belongs in this position? Do them a solid and let them know.

ERG is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability and Veteran statuses. ERG also participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify Program to ensure that all employees hired are legally able to work in the United States.

Historian

Training, Research, and Policy Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii

https://jobs.jobvite.com/snainternational/job/oX5FAfw1

SNA International, the Global Leader in Forensics, Biometrics, and Identity Intelligence, is currently looking for a Historian to support the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA), at the DPAA lab in Hawaii, by conducting historical research and writing, as well as assisting with related activities for DPAA’s Indo Pacific Directorate. 

***This is a 100% onsite position at the DPAA lab in Hawaii.
 
 

Critical Work Responsibilities may include but not limited to:  

  • Perform complex historical research into locating and identifying missing service members from World War II, Korean War or the Vietnam War.   
  • Assignments include, but are not limited to historical reports, documentary research, interpreting oral histories, secondary source readings, geographically bounded studies, case narratives, reports of findings, and briefings to Agency leadership. 
  • Build and develop recommendations to disinter unidentified remains from past conflicts, with the goal of pursuing all avenues towards exhumation and identification. 
  • Assists with communications with foreign representatives/embassies and casualty/mortuary offices. 
  • Occasionally travels nationally for Family Member Updates (FMUs) and occasionally internationally for field investigations or other activities as required by agency leadership. 
  • Other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:  

  • 5 years of professional historical research experience (including educational experience)  
  • Master’s degree in history or related field with a strong understanding of US Military History, History of Science and/or World War II, Korean War or the Vietnam War.   
  • Specialist knowledge of the Indo-Pacific Theater (working toward PhD preferred) 
  • Possess a broad knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of historical research and analysis as gained through graduate education in history and relevant job experience. 
  • Possess the ability to conduct research on a diverse array of cases with scattered and scant source material. 
  • Possess the ability to apply flexible approaches and versatility to conducting research. 
  • Possess exceptional written and oral communication skills evidenced by publication and conference presentation records. 
  • Possess ability to provide written products quickly and in formats tailored for varied audiences. 
  • Demonstrated history of writing for a wide, non-specialist audience. 
  • Knowledge of professional writing styles based on professional experience. 
  • Experience with archival research is desired. 
  • Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with excellent time management skills 
  • Able to work well independently as well as in a team environment. 
  • Possess strong attention to detail and excellent recordkeeping skills. 
  • Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  

  • Possess a broad knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of historical research and analysis as gained through graduate education in history and relevant job experience. 
  • Ability to conduct research on a diverse array of cases with scattered and scant source material. 
  • Ability to apply flexible approaches and versatility to conduct research. 
  • Knowledge of professional writing styles based on experience. 
  • Exceptional abilities in oral and written communication, and the ability to provide written products quickly and in formats tailored for varied audiences. 
  • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel). 
  • A demonstrated history of initiative and achievement. 
  • A demonstrated history of working independently with client staff. 
  • Experience working independently with minimal direction or supervision. 
  • Experience supporting and anticipating client needs and demonstrating problem-solving skills. 
  • Experience performing tasks under tight deadlines and managing shifting priorities. 

Physical Requirements:  

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

  • This work is primarily sedentary, although some physical effort may be required, particularly if traveling to assist with field investigations. 
  • Office work may include the transfer of archival boxes. 
  • Individuals must be capable of working under high stress and pressure of short deadlines. 

Additionally, as the workspace is an active forensic laboratory, you will be subject to the sites (and occasional smells) of skeletonized human remains as well as hearing conversations regarding deceased individuals. 

 
 
Please submita cover letter along with your CV. CVs without a cover letter will not be considered. 

GIS Analyst

Data Science Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii

https://jobs.jobvite.com/snainternational/job/oV5FAfwZ

SNA seeks a bright, collaborative GIS Analyst, with a strong work ethic to join our team. SNA’s team works together in pursuit of the same cause: build a safe and just world by empowering organizations in the use of forensics, biometrics, and identity intelligence.

The GIS Analyst will conduct research and field surveys using geospatial methods to advance casework and identify sites associated with missing military personnel. The position is located within DPAA’s Indo-Pacific Directorate.

***This is a 100% onsite position located in Hawaii

Critical Work Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:

  • Conducts research and field survey using geospatial methods to advance casework and identify sites associated with missing military personnel.
  • Assists with communications with foreign representatives/embassies and casualty/mortuary offices.
  • conducts research on a diverse array of cases with scattered and scant source material.
  • Perform complex geospatial research and analysis into the status of missing American service personnel from past wars.
  • Assignments include a variety of duties, to include documentary research, imagery georeferencing, data management, datum conversion, imagery acquisition, historical document interpretation, secondary source readings, geographically bounded studies, field survey, survey mapping, witness interviews, method recommendation, map production, and briefings to Agency leadership.
  • Advance investigations into MIAs through data, archive, and field research analysis.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for the application of geospatial analytical methods and technology including GIS, Geophysical Survey, and other remote sensing technology.
  • Provides technical GIS support for case development, to include creating specialized maps, conducting imagery analysis, geo-rectifying images, managing GIS data, providing technical expertise on remote sensing methodology, and imagery collection.
  • Provides high level geospatial analysis that advances cases by synthesizing geospatial, historical, and archaeological data sets.
  • Conducts interdisciplinary collaboration with peers (researchers, geospatial analysts, etc.) and incorporate their findings in reports.
  • Supports field operations and provides technical GIS support for remote sensing operations and other field investigative/research activities and debriefs field operations personnel to add to the body of knowledge surrounding associated cases, as well as reports.
  • Occasional national and international travel is required by the Agency.
  • Work directly and independently with clients.
  • Completes recurring duties independently, but refers deviations, problems, or unfamiliar situations to the supervisor for assistance.
  • Follows all client policies and procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

  • B.A./B.S. degree in anthropology, archaeology, geography, geology, or related field and GIS Certificate from accredited GIS/Geography program or equivalent education and experience.
  • 1 year of GIS-based field data collection in the fields of Archaeology, Anthropology, Geography, Geology, Natural Sciences, military operations, surveying, or related field preferred.
  • GISP Preferred (GIS Certification Institute – GISCI certification).
  • High level of proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS and related GIS software
  • Possess a broad knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of GIS and analysis as gained through education in geography or its application in a relevant field and relevant job experience.
  • Ability to conduct research on a diverse array of cases with scattered and scant source material.
  • Ability to apply flexible approaches and versatility to conduct research.
  • Knowledge of professional writing styles based on professional experience.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills evidenced by publication, technical report, and conference presentation record.
  • Able to deploy and work in austere field conditions.
  • Experience supporting and anticipating client needs and demonstrating problem-solving skills.
  • Possess strong attention to detail and excellent recordkeeping skills.
  • Possess the ability to prioritize responsibilities, multi-task, and work well under pressure.
  • Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
  • A demonstrated history of initiative and achievement
  • Able to work well independently as well as in a team environment.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter that outlines why you should be considered for this position and position level. 

We are inviting tenders for an independent evaluator to undertake a continuous and final evaluation of our Coastal Pasts – Connecting Community with Coastal Heritage at Sandwich Bay, a three-year initiative. See the invitation to tender brief here. Applications close 14 September 2026.

https://nauticalarchaeologysociety.org/index.php/research/our-projects/sandwich-flats-foreshore-fieldwork

We have been awarded a grant by The National Lottery Heritage Fund to protect the coastal archaeology of Sandwich Bay, Kent

This £199,060 grant is for Coastal Pasts – Connecting Community with Coastal Heritage at Sandwich Bay project and the money will be used to establish a self-sustaining community group to actively investigate and promote the unique heritage at Sandwich Bay. This is the largest single grant the Nautical Archaeology Society has received in its 50-year history!

A paid part-time project officer has just been employed to support the project and the activities of the community group over three years. We are looking forward to announcing this person soon!

We are inviting tenders for an independent evaluator to undertake a continuous and final evaluation of our Coastal Pasts – Connecting Community with Coastal Heritage at Sandwich Bay, a three-year initiative. See the invitation to tender brief here. Applications close 14 September 2026.

Consultant (Culture – Underwater Heritage)

https://careers.unesco.org/job/Paris-Consultant-%28Culture-Underwater-Heritage%29/1369053957

https://www.unjobnet.org/jobs/detail/unesco-consultant-culture-underwater-heritage-87991214

Type of contract : Consultant Contract

Level :  Level 2 – Middle

Hiring Unit : Culture Sector (CLT)

Duty Station : Paris

Work location : On site

Duration of contract : 11 months

Hiring open to : External candidates

Application deadline (Midnight UTC+1 Time) : 25/08/2026

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

OVERVIEW

The mission of the Unit on the Underwater Cultural Heritage (UCH) is to ensure the effective implementation of the 2001 Convention for the Protection of Underwater Cultural Heritage, and its related programmes.

ASSIGNMENTS

In that framework, under the authority of the Director of the Culture and Emergencies Entity and the direct supervision of the Chief of the Underwater Cultural Heritage Unit, the incumbent shall be responsible for the following tasks:

  • Act as a scientific focal point, as an underwater archaeology expert, for the 2001 Convention activities, and contribute to its visibility in the academic community, notably by participating in upcoming key international scientific conferences on underwater cultural heritage, such as the Asia Pacific Conference on Marine and Underwater Cultural Heritage in Bali, Indonesia (October 2026).
  • Contribute to the implementation of activities carried out by the Secretariat of the 2001 Convention on the Protection of the Underwater Cultural Heritage, with a special attention on the South Asia and East Asia regions in liaison with the concerned UNESCO Field Offices.
  • Coordinate the implementation of a cooperation mechanism project for the protection of underwater cultural heritage in the Baltic Sea:

Long Description

    1. Organize the formal and informal meetings of a potential multilateral cooperation project in the Baltic Sea and lead consultations among the various interested stakeholders, notably the States Parties;
    2. Contribute to the drafting of a global project for the protection of vulnerable UCH in the Baltic Sea (scientific study, protection, education, capacity building and communication);
    3. Participate in identifying fundraising partners and drafting an estimated budget;
    4. Participate in identifying communication partners and initiatives to promote the project and ensure UNESCO’s visibility;
    5. Develop the educational component, in liaison with the Education Sector, and the UNESCO Associated Schools Network (ASPnet), the UNESCO Baltic Sea Project (BSP).
  • Assess and develop activities related to the International underwater archaeological mission on the Skerki Bank and in the Sicily Channel, taking stock of its results and lessons learnt.

Long Description

  • Based on Recommendation 5 of the Meeting of States Parties (2025), coordinate the efforts of the Secretariat to better integrate marine and underwater cultural heritage into climate action and resilience strategies:
    1. Foster awareness, synergies among Culture Conventions, interdisciplinary dialogue, and concrete pilot projects;
    2. Assess the state of research, identifying the interesting institutions, experts and heritage sites related to the protection of underwater and coastal heritage facing the threats of climate change;
    3. Support drafting of documents, strategies, reports and blue papers on underwater cultural heritage and climate change;
    4. Support the implementation of the four-strand approach of the White Paper “Underwater cultural heritage, climate change: adaptation and mitigation” and potential roadmap towards the protection of marine and underwater cultural heritage;
    5. Develop and implement tangible projects on climate change impacts on underwater and coastal heritage;
    6. Support the implementation and organisation of workshops, meetings and conferences on this topic;
    7. Participate in identifying fundraising partners;
    8. Promote marine and underwater cultural heritage into ocean framework and ocean policy, notably within the UN Oceans working group, as well as upcoming key international fora such as Asia Pacific Ocean Week (October 2026), COP31 (November 2026), etc.

Long Description

  • Support the Secretariat for the organization of 18th STAB meeting and 11th MSP meeting in 2027.
  • Support the Secretariat for the organization and coordination of the events related to the 25th anniversary of the Convention as well as events and activities related to the celebrations of the International Day for Underwater Cultural Heritage (21 August).

CONTRACT DURATION

TIMETABLE AND DELIVERABLES

Monthly progress reports on the implementation of the tasks listed above.

Work Location – Home based

Expected duration – 11 months

Long Description

COMPETENCIES – Core (C) & Managerial (M)

  • Communication (C)
  • Accountability (C)
  • Innovation (C)
  • Knowlegde sharing and continuous improvement (C)
  • Planning and organizing (C)
  • Results focus (C)
  • Teamwork (C)

For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

  • Advanced university degree (Master’s degree) in disciplines in the field of culture

WORK EXPERIENCE

  • A minimum of ten (10) years of professional experience acquired in the field of culture of which five (5) in cultural policies at the international level.

Long Description

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

  • Good knowledge of the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and UN System.
  • Good knowledge of UNESCO’s standard-setting instruments and programmes in the field of culture, including of the 2001 Convention.
  • Good knowledge and proven expertise in coordination of global consultations and multi-stakeholder management.
  • Good knowledge and proven expertise in underwater archaeology and the protection of underwater cultural heritage.
  • Good knowledge and proven expertise in coordination of multilateral cooperation projects.
  • Good knowledge and proven expertise in event coordination and awareness raising material.
  • Strong ability to collect, synthesize and analyse information from various sources and formulate research documents.

Long Description

  • Strong ability to collect and handle geographic information system (GIS) data and heritage inventories.
  •  Ability to interact efficiently with a wide range of partners and stakeholders within and outside the Organization.
  • Ability to work both independently and in a multicultural and multilingual environment.
  • Strong IT skills.

LANGUAGES

  • Excellent knowledge of both English and French (speaking, reading and writing) and good knowledge of the other language.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

WORK EXPERIENCE

  • Professional experience in the United Nations system.
  • Proven experience in organising global multi-stakeholder consultations.
  • Expert knowledge of UNESCO Culture Programmes.
  • Proven experience in the study, protection, conservation and awareness-raising of underwater cultural heritage.

LANGUAGES 

  • Knowledge of another/other UN official language(s) (Arabic, Chinese, Spanish and Russian).

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information.

To apply, please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted.

Interested candidates should complete the on-line application, download and complete the Employment History form (Word file). At the end of the Word file, insert extra pages with the following required information:

A written proposal comprising:

  • An up-to-date CV;
  • A brief technical proposal outlining the approach and methodology for the assignment in line with the terms of reference
  • A competitive fee for the assignment quoted in EUR (or USD) and expressed on a monthly basis.

The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice.

UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.

Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.

SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information, by the above deadline.

To apply, please visit the UNESCO Careers website. No modifications can be made to the application once submitted. 

The process may include pre-recorded video interviews and/or written assessments, interviews with a Panel, as well as reference checks. In addition, candidates may be requested to provide additional information which may be pertinent to the position’s qualifications.  

Please note that all candidates, whether selected or not, will be informed of the outcome of their application in due course. 

Short-listed candidates may also be added to Talent Pools; subject to their consent (i.e. Data Privacy Statement).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of personnel shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
  • UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment.
  • lndividuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
  • All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality.
  • UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the hiring process.

CFP: Material Culture and Permeable Frontiers of the Waterscapes: Scales, Relationships and Connections

https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/84477/material-culture-and-permeable-frontiers-of-the-waterscapes-scales-relationships-and-connections

Background

Many scientific approaches have been proposed to understand the historical phenomena of human beings settled in the world’s Waterscapes. The main object of study, material culture, encompasses different types of environments, scales, and actors, which are often understood through interdisciplinary archaeological approaches which includes geoarchaeology, environmental archaeology, or landscape archaeology. However, when Waterscapes are included in the equation, with the presence of seas, swamps, rivers, lakes, lagoons, or reservoirs, the panorama expands significantly, as the theoretical, methodological, and interpretive contributions of maritime and underwater archaeology assume a central role in the study of past human societies and their relationship with bodies of water.

In these contexts, permeable frontiers have historically been configured, where the physical limits between water and land are almost imperceptible, given the constant mobility of human and non-human actors, the diversity of cultural interactions, and the continuous sociocultural flow. Naturally, all this entails an effort to understand social phenomena related to the use and habitation of Waterscapes, in which archaeology is one of several fields which can provide sources of information for this purpose. Thus, such approaches can be formulated at different spatial scales of analysis, where the object of study may range from a shipwreck to an entire region. Ultimately, this must also be examined in temporal terms, where a diachronic understanding of human occupations in Waterscapes becomes the only way to comprehend changes, transformations, adaptations, or continuities in the use of space, while recognizing the relationships and connections that take place there. A study grounded in such a spatiotemporal analytical perspective typically encompasses various phenomena that connect the intrinsic relationship between human beings and the environments they inhabit, influenced, for example, by environmental variations or the intensification of adverse climatic phenomena. Accordingly, the aim of this volume is to compile diverse interdisciplinary contributions that address the topic of material cultures and permeable boundaries in Waterscapes around the world.

These contributions are expected to include innovative theoretical and conceptual analyses that go beyond the implementation of merely technical or technological approaches. In order to provide answers to the significant questions that arise when analyzing spatial social phenomena shaped by the characteristics of Waterscapes and the relationships and connections that define and constitute them.

Article types and fees

This Research Topic accepts the following article types, unless otherwise specified in the Research Topic description:

  • Brief Research Report
  • Case Report
  • Classification
  • Clinical Trial
  • Editorial
  • FAIR² Data
  • General Commentary
  • Hypothesis and Theory
  • Methods
  • … View all formats

Articles that are accepted for publication by our external editors following rigorous peer review incur a publishing fee charged to Authors, institutions, or funders.

Marine archaeology training to be held at Herreshoff

https://www.eastbayri.com/stories/untitled,141790

A series of courses offered by the Rhode Island Marine Archaeology Training Program will be held on Saturdays from August 8 through September 12.

Accredited by UNESCO Convention on the Protection of Underwater Cultural Heritage, The Rhode Island Marine Archaeology Project (RIMAP) was created in 1992 to include members of the diving and non-diving public in a professionally organized and directed effort to study Rhode Island’s maritime history and marine archaeology. RIMAP is a federally approved 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization with an interest in the maritime history and marine archaeology of Narragansett Bay, the Sounds, the state’s rivers and other inland waters, and how all of these connect Rhode Island to the wider world.

Classes include Introduction to Marine Archaeology, Museums, Preserves, and Sharing Shipwrecks, Basic Artifact Management, Site Mapping, Archaeology of the Classical Mediterranean, Ship Construction for Archaeologists, and Rhode Island in the Revolution.

Trainees must be 2026 RIMAP members. Classes will be held at the RIMAP artifact management lab, Herreshoff Marine Museum on Burnside Street. The lab is on a 3rd floor walk-up. For those who wish to take Intro and who can’t manage stairs, that class will be repeated in Warwick on September 12.

Pre-registration is required a minimum of 3 days in advance of each class. For more information visit www.rimap.org or call 508/635-7951.

Seabed Mapping, Exploration, and Characterization in the Pacific

https://simpler.grants.gov/opportunity/8caee86f-cbd7-4e6e-82b0-72143537a783

Description

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The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs (OES), Office of Ocean and Polar Affairs (OPA) announces an open competition for a U.S. institution, company, or organization (see eligibility information in B.1) interested in submitting an application to conduct ocean mapping, seabed exploration, habitat and resource characterization, and data management and analysis in Pacific Island Countries (PICs).

Eligibility

Eligible applicants

Education

  • Private institutions of higher education

Additional information

-U.S.-based for-profit organizations or businesses; -U.S.-based public, private, or state educational institutions; and -U.S.-based not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status.

Grantor contact information

Description

Corinna Anderson andersoncb@state.gov and Andrew Judaprawira JudaprawiraAJ@state.gov

Email

Program Officer for Solicitation

andersoncb@state.gov