East Carolina University: Research Fellow appointment in Maritime Archaeology

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/71819

Organizational Unit OverviewThe Department of History in the Thomas Harriot College of Arts and Sciences at East Carolina University is composed of more than 20 full-time faculty members and staff. It offers a BA degree in History, a minor in History, MA in History, and a MA in Maritime Studies.
Job DutiesThe Department of History and the Program in Maritime Studies invite applications for a Research Fellow appointment in Maritime Archaeology. The Fellow for the Program in Maritime Studies is a stated definite term position. About 50% of the position will be focused on program coordination and development. The Fellow will be responsible for a broad range of activities in the Program including working in collaboration with Program faculty to seek and manage external funding proposals and building national and international programs to support community inclusive and engaged Maritime Archaeology in the management and protection of underwater cultural heritage (e.g. seminars, internships, partnerships, etc.). The remaining 50% of the position will focus on archaeological research and publication projects. The Fellow will be responsible for planning and undertaking archaeological fieldwork (project planning, dive safety, data collection and management, data analysis, etc.), and assisting with academic writing and professional editing.The Fellow will have the following responsibilities:Program Development and Coordination (50%)
Collaborate with faculty to develop research agendas that contribute to the historical and archaeological scholarship on community-engaged research, international development and relations in underwater cultural heritage management and protection, and best practices for inclusion in the field of Maritime Archaeology.Develop and maintain partnerships with community organizations to support and implement joint program activities.Coordinate with faculty, students, staff, and community partners to organize and implement events ranging from research seminars to community meetings and conferences.Project management and organizational support for the broad range of activities undertaken by the Program.Assist with the development and management of external funding proposals to support research.Archaeological research and publication (50%)
Plan and participate in underwater archaeological field research projects requiring travel.Develop content to communicate project activities and outcomes to internal and external communities.Assist with academic writing and professional editing.
Minimum Education/ExperienceMaster’s degree in Maritime Studies or related discipline with specialization in underwater archaeologyCertified to Register of Professional Archaeologist standards and advanced SCUBA certification and qualifications from the American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS)Five or more years of experience in international partnership work with governments, non-governmental organizations, local community organizations, and other stakeholder groups related to the protection of underwater cultural heritageProfessional academic editing experience.A valid driver’s license is required.
License or Certification Required by Statute or RegulationA valid driver’s license is required.
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/EducationExperience working on community-engaged maritime archaeological projects, international relations and development of cultural heritage management and protection programs is preferred.
Special Instructions to ApplicantApplication materials should be submitted online at www.jobs.ecu.edu using the position number 500517. Applicants must complete a candidate profile, submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for two current references. Official transcripts and 2 official letters of reference are required upon employment. Letters of reference will be requested upon selection as a finalist. References will receive an automated email from PeopleAdmin to submit letter. Inquiries regarding this position may be directed to Jennifer McKinnon at mckinnonje@ecu.eduApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Additional Instructions to ApplicantIn order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Open Date06/06/2024
Open Until FilledNo
Job Close Date – Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.06/20/2024
Initial Screening Begins06/21/2024
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