The place to find employment in underwater, maritime, marine, nautical archaeology and maritime history.
I’m seeking experts & divers for a new History type series that will follow various missions, including rare treasure recoveries, and the subsequent restoration and appraisal of centuries-old artifacts. We’re searching for the crew brave enough to find it.
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Data Science Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii
https://jobs.jobvite.com/snainternational/job/ojDkAfwA
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 survey using geospatial methods to advance casework and identify sites associated with missing military personnel. The position is located within DPAA’s Indo-Pacific Directorate.
Critical Work Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter that outlines why you should be considered for this position and position level.
No phone calls please.
SNA International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Job Overview:
APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure LLC, a leading engineering and environmental firm with a thriving coastal engineering and resilience practice, is pleased to announce an immediate opening in our Tampa, FL office for a Senior Marine Geoscientist/Project Manager. With a suite of dedicated geophysical instruments, APTIM performs full-scale geophysical surveys in support of coastal restoration, offshore energy development, and a variety of offshore infrastructure projects. APTIM geoscientists specialize in offshore geophysical/geotechnical data collection, processing, and reporting for investigations related to seabed and shallow to medium marine geology that form the foundation for mineral resource identification, regulatory permitting, infrastructure siting, geohazard analysis, pipeline/cable routing, and inspection surveys. The successful candidate will serve as a senior technical leader and project manager, responsible for overseeing multiple marine geophysical projects, managing and leading field teams, and leading data collection, processing, interpretation and reporting efforts. This role is primarily office-based, with some offshore survey participation expected, and requires a professional capable of stepping into ongoing projects with minimal onboarding.
Responsibilities:
APTIM seeks to hire a full-time Senior Marine Geoscientist/Project Manager in our Tampa, FL office. The position will involve oversight and leadership of geophysical/geotechnical coastal and marine data collection efforts, as well as leading data processing, interpretation, and integration of marine geophysical/geotechnical datasets. The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary teams to produce engineering, geological, and geohazard deliverables, including maps, reports, and presentations supporting regulatory approvals, infrastructure siting, and design.
Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
Qualifications/Competencies/Experience:
About APTIM:
APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunities for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.
What you can expect from APTIM:
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $105K-125K per year. Compensation depends on several factors including experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.
Employee Benefits
APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure, LLC is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/.
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Job Overview:
APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure, LLC, a leading engineering firm with a global presence and thriving coastal engineering practice, is seeking a Marine Geoscientist to support our offshore survey operations based out of our Tampa, FL or Boca Raton, FL offices.
APTIM performs full-scale marine geophysical and geotechnical surveys in support of coastal restoration, offshore renewable energy development, infrastructure siting, and offshore oil and gas projects. Our geoscientists specialize in high-resolution data acquisition, processing, and interpretation to support seabed characterization, geohazard assessment, mineral resource identification, and engineering design.
The selected candidate will play a primary role in offshore survey execution, including serving as a Field Party Chief (or progressing into that role) for marine geophysical and geotechnical operations. This position is field-intensive, with significant offshore time, and requires strong technical capability, leadership, and a commitment to safety.
Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
Basic Qualifications:
Preferred
Additional Information
About APTIM
APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.
What you can expect from APTIM:
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $31.25 to $36.06 per hour. Compensation depends on several factors including experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.
Employee Benefits
APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure, LLC is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/.
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Full Time
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APTIM is a place where our people make a difference, not just a living.
Navy SEAL Museum Fort Pierce
Curator – Civilian Position
Location: Onsite, in person in Fort Pierce, Florida
Reports To: Museum Executive Director/Assistant Executive Director
Organization: National Navy SEAL Museum
Collaborative Partner Site: Navy SEAL Museum, San Diego, California
About the Organization
The National Navy SEAL Museum is dedicated to preserving the history and honoring the heritage of Navy SEALs and their predecessors. Located in Fort Pierce, the birthplace of Navy Frogmen training, the Navy SEAL Museum Fort Pierce welcomes visitors from around the world and provides a meaningful and educational experience for all who enter.
Position Summary
The Curator of the National Navy SEAL Museum is responsible for the preservation, interpretation, and exhibition of artifacts and stories that honor the legacy, service, and sacrifice of Naval Special Warfare personnel. This role ensures that the Museum’s collections and exhibits are historically accurate, engaging, and aligned with the mission to educate the public and preserve Navy SEAL history.
Key Responsibilities
Collections Management and Preservation
Oversee the acquisition, cataloging, documentation, and care of all artifacts and archival materials
Ensure proper storage, conservation, and handling in accordance with museum best practices
Maintain and update the collections database and records
Work with San Diego Museum as necessary to align exhibition messaging, ensure accurate historical presentation, coordinate joint standard documentation as feasible, and support inter-museum loans
Exhibition Development and Interpretation
Research, develop, curate, and update permanent and traveling exhibits that reflect the history of Naval Special Warfare
Collaborate with designers, historians, archivists, and veterans to create compelling, immersive storytelling experiences
Ensure historical accuracy and authenticity in all exhibits and interpretive materials
Regularly review and update galleries to reflect evolving scholarship, declassified information, and community feedback
Research and Historical Integrity
Conduct ongoing research related to Navy SEAL history, operations, and personnel
Serve as a subject matter resource for internal teams, board of directors, external partners, visiting researchers, documentarians, journalists, and partner organizations.
Build relationships with veterans, historians, and donors to expand the Museum’s knowledge base and collection
Pursue and write grants to help facilitate special projects and exhibitions
Donor and Artifact Acquisition Relations
Cultivate relationships with donors, veterans, and families for artifact contributions
Evaluate potential acquisitions for historical significance and relevance to the Museum’s mission
Coordinate and document artifact donations, including provenance and legal agreements
Education and Public Engagement
Support educational programming, tours, and public presentations
Collaborate with the Executive and Marketing teams to develop content for exhibits, publications, and digital platforms
Provide authoritative, engaging presentations for VIP visitors, donors, and NSW community delegations
Participate in community outreach and special events
Compliance and Standards
Ensure adherence to ethical standards, legal requirements, and museum industry guidelines (export controls, firearms regulations, hazardous materials, copyright, donor/loan agreements)
Develop and implement policies related to collections management and exhibitionsconsistent withAAM/ICOM standards and all applicable Navy/DoD and federal regulations including privacy and OPSEC
Prepare and manage Fort Pierce curatorial and exhibition budgets
Contribute to AAM accreditation and other professional review processes, sharing best practices and documentation with San Diego as useful
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Museum Studies, History, Public History, or a related field
3–5+ years of curatorial or collections management experience
Experience with PastPerfect Collections Management Software
Strong research, writing, and storytelling skills
Knowledge of museum standards, conservation practices, and collections databases
Excellent organizational and project management abilities
Preferred:
Experience with military history, particularly U.S. Navy and Special Operations
Master’s degree in a related field
Experience working with veterans or military organizations
Key Competencies
Passion for preserving military history and honoring service members
High level of integrity and respect when handling sensitive historical materials
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Work Environment
Museum setting with both office and exhibit space responsibilities, indoors and outdoors
Museum holding where artifacts are stored
Occasional evening or weekend work for events and programs, such as Memorial Day, Muster, and special events and exhibitionsMay involve handling delicate or heavy artifacts
This position may require travel to conventions, exhibitions, the San Diego Museum, and to meet with other collaborative partnerships/museums
Mission Alignment
This role is integral to preserving the legacy of Navy SEALs and their forerunners and ensuring their stories are told with honor, accuracy, and impact. The Curator plays a vital role in connecting visitors to the honor, courage, character, commitment, and sacrifice of Naval Special Warfare.
Pay: $60,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
https://maritime.org/about-us/careers
Works as an employee of the San Francisco Maritime National Park Association and under the supervision and direction of San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park staff. The position supports the stabilization, repair and restoration of the Small Craft Department’s and museum’s historic watercraft collection. Work will include cyclic maintenance on in-water historic vessels, storage cradles for historic boats, carpentry, painting, metal work and rigging and engine maintenance.
MAJOR DUTIES
Follows direction from the Curator of Small Craft on various stabilization, preservation and restoration projects for the small craft in the collection. Works independently after receiving direction from the Curator. Work may include physical activities as well as assistance with condition reports, documentation and treatment proposals.
Follows direction from the Shop Steward in the use and maintenance of tools used in cyclic maintenance projects. Work may include the use of hand, electric or battery-operated power tools and maintenance of tools and equipment. Determines the appropriate tools and equipment needed to accomplish assigned tasks.
Independently maintains boats in exposed on-the-water locations- including cleaning, preparation and painting/varnishing, maintenance of covers and maintenance of mechanical, electrical and propulsion systems. Work may include rigging, engine/fuel systems, refurbishment of decks, reinstallation of equipment and docking/mooring systems.
Work at the collections warehouse includes building wooden cradles, moving boats to new locations, treatment with suitable preservatives, installation of internal support members within boats and refurbishment of dust covers. Works independently after receiving direction from the Curator.
The position may also include involvement in the operation of powered vessels and rowing or sailing of various small craft from the museum’s collection, with possible exposure to the extreme weather conditions.
The position requires completion of all training courses relevant to the work conducted, which may include shop/tool safety, motorboat operator training, hazardous material awareness, fall protection and confined space awareness.
Work sites include but are not limited to the Small Boat Shop on Hyde Street Pier, park storage facilities in San Leandro California and numerous off-site locations through the San Francisco Bay Area.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
Knowledge of boat carpentry to complete various small craft carpentry projects. Must be thoroughly knowledgeable in the use and maintenance of basic hand and power tools involved in boat carpentry.
Ability to paint various vessels especially those of historic significance. Painting projects will require scraping paint from surfaces, preparation of surfaces, application of primer, and the correct application of interior, exterior, and underwater coatings. Must be experienced with methods and materials for painting wood and metal.
Ability to apply historic preservation techniques and practices, including the interpretation and application of standards and guidelines.
Ability to work from naval architectural drawings, plans and specifications, read blueprints.
Ability to acquire knowledge of maritime history of small craft collections, traditional rigging of small craft and the basic history and statistics of the collection.
Ability to use good judgement in planning and implementing projects and ingenuity at accomplishing the preservation projects.
Knowledge of different species of wood for restoration purposes.
Ability to establish and maintain detailed records of all preservation projects and activities.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
Works under the administrative and technical supervision of the Curator of Small craft, who makes all work assignments. Proceeds independently on preservation projects when designs, plans, surveys, and documentation drawings are approved.
COMPLEXITY
Work involves complex preservation maintenance projects on historic small craft. Original construction techniques must be duplicated and new fabrics blended with the old. Traditional boatbuilding techniques require the use of specialized tools. Cyclic maintenance work on historic vessels requires attention to detail due to the age, condition, and type of resource involved.
PUBLIC CONTACTS
As the boat shop is open to controlled public visitation, incumbent will be prepared to provide information and answer questions in a friendly and helpful manner, maintaining a responsible balance between this activity and the work at hand.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS.
Work on boats and near the requires regular and continuous attention to operations in the field. Projects may require working in cramped, close quarters including in the bilges of vessels. There is considerable. physical exertion related to actions such as lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying objects of various sizes, weights, and shapes.
WORK ENVIRONMENT.
Approximately 80% of the work is outdoors in any weather conditions, including high/low temperatures, fog, heavy rain and gusting winds. Exposure to high noise levels, dust and fumes that requires Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may occur – PPE will be provided. Work often occurs in proximity to heavy construction equipment such as trucks, cranes, tractors, and forklifts.
Benfits: Employee shall be eligible to participate in the Association’s medical, dental, and vision insurance plans and shall be eligible for vacation pay and sick pay.
Please contact Darlene Plumtree at dplumtree@maritime.org or 415-710-7332.
Pay: $42.00 – $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
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Job Overview:
APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure LLC, a leading engineering and environmental firm with a thriving coastal engineering and resilience practice, is pleased to announce an immediate opening in our Tampa, FL office for a Maritime Archaeologist. The successful candidate will serve as a technical and regulatory lead for marine cultural resources projects. This is a high-impact role for a professional who meets (or exceeds) Secretary of the Interior (SOI) standards and can function as a Qualified Maritime Archaeologist (QMA). The ideal candidate will be able to step into active projects with minimal onboarding, lead cultural resources efforts independently, and produce defensible, regulator-ready deliverables. APTIM supports offshore energy, coastal restoration, and marine infrastructure projects nationwide. Our work requires close integration between archaeology, marine geophysics, and engineering disciplines. This position is primarily office-based, focused on project management, data interpretation, QA/QC, and reporting, with some offshore survey participation expected.
Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
Basic Qualifications:
About APTIM:
APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunities for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.
What you can expect from APTIM:
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $30-$35 per hour. Compensation depends on several factors including experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.
Employee Benefits
APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure, LLC is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/.
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Full Time
No
APTIM is a place where our people make a difference, not just a living.
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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.
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
Required Profile & Background
Desired Skills and Experience
Personal Profile
What We Offer
Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Virginia (CBNERR-VA) exhibits leadership in integrated coastal zone management through innovative estuarine and coastal watershed science and education programs that promote natural-resource stewardship and science-based solutions to complex socioecological challenges.
The Science Communication & Interpretation (SC&I) Specialist supports the Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Virginia (CBNERR-VA) and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS/W&M) by developing, coordinating, and delivering science interpretive programs with emphasis placed on Reserve topical themes of interest, experiential and placed-based learning, including the four Reserve components. Additionally, the position supports development, maintenance, and leveraging of Reserve focused communications and target audiences in alignment with the Reserve’s strategic plans and evolving programmatic needs.
The position serves as the Reserve’s lead for interpretive programming and communications while partnering closely with the VIMS Education, Outreach, and Communications team to ensure consistency, coordination, and alignment of public-facing educational and interpretive initiatives across the Batten School and VIMS.
Wood is currently seeking a Senior Archaeologist/Marine Archaeology Lead, for a full-time position in southwestern Ontario.
Ideally this role will be based in either our Burlington, Richmond Hill, Cambridge or London, ON offices.
The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team of experienced consulting archaeologists. This position will play a key role in growing and developing the Cultural Resource Group in Ontario, with a particular emphasis on Marine Archaeology. The position involves mostly office and some field-based responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Skills / Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
Company Overview
Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world’s most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. http://www.woodplc.comDiversity Statement (EEO)
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.Employment Type: OTHER
https://www.nauticalarchaeologysociety.org/sandwich-flats-foreshore-fieldwork
The Nautical Archaeology Society (NAS) is seeking an enthusiastic and community-focused individual to lead an exciting new project aimed at developing and mentoring a self-sustaining local heritage volunteer community group in Sandwich Bay, Kent. This group will be dedicated to
the research, recording, and communication of the area’s rich maritime and environmental heritage.
The NAS has been investigating this site for eight years and already has an archive of archaeological records as well as significant local connections to individuals and relevant organisations.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives on bringing people together, values co-creation and community ownership, and can turn collective enthusiasm into structured, impactful activity. You will coordinate existing local interest, foster new involvement, and build a self-sustainable group structure that will outlive the life of the funded project.
https://jobs.soton.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?ref=3411426HN
The University of Southampton is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to support the Deep‑Ocean Stewardship Initiative (DOSI), an international boundary organisation working at the interface of deep‑ocean science and global policy.
DOSI integrates scientific and humanistic knowledge to inform deep-ocean policy, governance, and stewardship by engaging with policymakers, cultivating capacity and diplomacy, and fostering an international community. DOSI operates as a largely voluntary global network.
Reporting to the Executive Director, the postholder will coordinate key activities across DOSI’s international network, lead on strengthening internal systems and processes, and ensure effective operational delivery. The role includes contributing to financial monitoring and reporting, supporting transparent engagement with funders and other stakeholders, and helping translate DOSI’s strategic priorities into practice.
This role requires strong organisational and communication skills and the ability to work with a high level of autonomy, initiative and professionalism. Experience of working with diverse international partners is desirable. It offers an opportunity to support an influential global initiative within a leading research‑intensive university.
The University of Southampton provides a friendly, supportive environment for staff. Situated within one of the UK’s leading research Universities, the School of Ocean and Earth Sciences ranks top in the UK for providing an environment which supports research (REF 2021).
As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.
Apply by 11.59 pm UK time on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/180132
Based within the College of Liberal Arts, Marine Studies (MAST) an interdisciplinary major that explores the dynamic relationship between humans and the marine environment. MAST majors take course work in social sciences, arts, and humanities, as well as a selection of marine science classes. While MAST recognizes the essential role that the natural sciences play in understanding the seas, this degree trains students to examine, filter, and express their knowledge and learning through humanistic and cultural lenses. The MAST fulltime instructor will cover required MAST courses including MAST 201 Humans and Ocean, MAST 300 Society, Culture, and the Marine Environment, and MAST 444 Writing for Marine Studies.
https://www.sea.museum/en/maritime-archaeology/ask-an-archaeologist-dr-james-hunter
What is maritime archaeology?
https://www.nauticalarchaeologysociety.org/colonial-port-development
Be part of an exciting new research project uncovering the hidden stories of colonial ports in Australia and Pakistan and help bring maritime history to life for future generations.
One paid position and lots of volunteer roles available. See below for more details.
Investigating Colonial Port Development through the Lloyd’s Register Archive is a unique international collaboration exploring how ports shaped trade, migration, communities, and everyday life across the colonial world. Using the world-renowned Lloyd’s Register Archive, volunteer researchers will investigate historic harbour infrastructure, ship movements, cargoes, and the people who worked and travelled through these ports.
Whether you are an aspiring researcher, heritage enthusiast, student, or citizen scientist, this project offers a rare opportunity to gain hands-on experience in maritime archaeological research while contributing to ground-breaking international heritage work.
Participants will receive for free:
The project is a collaboration of the Australasian Institute for Maritime Archaeology and MaritimEA Research, with support from the Nautical Archaeology Society and funding from Lloyd’s Register Foundation.
While most of the research will take place online, there will be a group of UK-based volunteers working directly with the Lloyd’s Register Archive in London, helping uncover and contextualise materials that are often difficult to access internationally.
This one-year feasibility study aims to lay the groundwork for future citizen-science fieldwork, wider public interpretation projects, and new approaches to sharing maritime heritage with local communities around the world.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED – Paid Administrator and Coordinator
We are looking for an independent contractor to provide coordination and research support services for the Colonial Port Development Archive Project. This person should:
See the position description for more details.
To apply, please submit your CV and a short cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience to education@nauticalarchaeologysociety.org by 20 June 2026.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED – Volunteers
We welcome volunteer participants who:
No experience is needed! You don’t need prior archive skills or knowledge of colonial port history — just an interest in learning.
To express your interest in being a volunteer, send an email to education@nauticalarchaeologysociety.org with a short paragraph about why you’d like to be part of this project by 20 July 2026.
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Requisition No: 876132
Agency: Department of State
Working Title: DOS – ARCHAEOLOGIST III – 45001055
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 45001055
Salary: $46,000
Posting Closing Date: 06/01/2026
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Position 45001055
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Minimum Qualifications:
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Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported in your employment history.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: A Level 2 criminal background check is a condition of employment. If selected for this position, you must provide your fingerprints. We will send your fingerprints to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a criminal background check.
IMPORTANT NOTICES:
We are committed to enhancing our workforce through the employment of Veterans, individuals with disabilities and seek qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds, abilities, skills, and talents to join our workforce.
Male applicants born on or after January 1, 1960, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: https://www.sss.gov
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301
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The ICUMA invites researchers, academicians, industry experts, and practitioners to submit original and high-quality research contributions. This conference serves as a global platform for presenting innovative ideas, exchanging knowledge, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.
Focusing on key research areas such as Archaeology the conference aims to bridge theoretical advancements with real-world applications. It encourages forward-thinking research that addresses contemporary challenges while contributing to long-term scientific and technological progress.
Authors are invited to submit papers addressing, but not limited to, the following areas:
Fully funded PhD opportunity in Germany at the University of Bonn and the German Institute of Development and Sustainability (IDOS) within the BCDSS–IDOS research group Power, Knowledge, and Servitude at Sea (POESIS).
The doctoral project, “Submerged Dependencies,” focuses on marine governance, cultural heritage, environmental justice, ocean studies, and power/dependency relations in coastal and underwater spaces. Research themes include marine protected areas, submerged environments, cultural heritage and custodianship, security regimes and militarised maritime spaces, biodiversity conservation, climate justice, participatory mapping, multimodal ethnography, archival research, oral histories, policy analysis, restitution, reparations, and postcolonial marine governance.
This is a fully funded 4-year doctoral position based in Bonn, Germany. The position is part-time (65%) and paid under TVöD EG13, with a gross annual salary of approximately €39,000–€55,000. The PhD will be awarded by the University of Bonn and is embedded in an interdisciplinary research environment with mentoring, workshops, conferences, fieldwork support, research stays abroad, skills training, and collaborative supervision.
Eligibility: Applicants should hold a Master’s degree with very good grades in critical social sciences or humanities. Suitable backgrounds include anthropology, sociology, environmental history, archaeology, maritime/ocean studies, critical heritage studies, and related fields. The call especially welcomes candidates with experience in Global South or majority-world contexts, or regions shaped by colonial and/or post-socialist histories. Strong English skills are required; German is an asset. If your degree is from outside Germany, you must include an Anabin excerpt for recognition.
Supervision: The doctoral project will be co-supervised by Dr. Rapti Siriwardane-de Zoysa and Prof. Dr. Anna-Katharina Hornidge.
Deadline: 17 May 2026 at 23:59 CET.
How to apply: Submit your application exclusively via the portal using position number 2026-A2-01. Required documents include a cover letter, CV with certificates, a research proposal (max 2,000 words including references), and two reference letters if available. Upload PDF files only.
Training, Research, and Policy United States D.C. Metro, District Of Columbia Omaha, Nebraska
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SNA International, the Global Leader in Forensics, Biometrics, and Identity Intelligence, is currently looking for detailed-oriented Historians with a strong work ethic to support the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) mission to provide the fullest possible accounting for missing US service members from past conflicts.
Qualified candidates will conduct comprehensive historical research and archival tasking in support of the DPAA’s Indo-Pacific (IP) Directorate and work DPAA projects associated with WWII, Korean War, and Vietnam.
** Qualified candidates will work remotely in the DC Metro area or Omaha, Nebraska, but may be required to meet with members of their team occasionally in one of these locations.
Critical Work Responsibilities may include but not limited to:
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Please submit a cover letter along with your CV. CVs without a cover letter will not be considered.
SNA International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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