Month: August 2025

At-Sea Research Opportunities

https://www.seakeepers.org/program-opportunities/

The Menorca Shipwreck Project (MSP) 

https://www.seakeepers.org/program-opportunities/the-menorca-shipwreck-project/

The Menorca Shipwreck Project (MSP) is a multi-year underwater archaeology initiative based in Cala en Busquets, a well-preserved ancient harbor in Ciutadella, Menorca. Launched in 2023, it brings together Explorers Club members, local archaeologists, and heritage professionals to explore centuries of maritime history.


A key feature is the MSP Field School, offering annual hands-on training in underwater excavation, artifact handling, photogrammetry, and Mediterranean maritime history. Open to students, early-career professionals, and prospective Explorers Club members, participants also complete scuba certification.
In 2024, the team began excavating three shipwrecks, with early findings pointing to at least one wreck dating to the early 13th-century Islamic period, potentially the first of its kind scientifically excavated in the Western Mediterranean.

Post Doctoral Associate – History

https://tuskegee.peopleadmin.com/postings/3216

The selected candidate will serve as a research fellow to develop historical and archival research on missing American soldiers and sailors from military battles dating back to the 1940s, including World War Il, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the Cold War, the Gulf War, and other recent conflicts The fellowship requires residency in or near Tuskegee University. The fellow will work in the History and Political Science Department and have access to university resources and services. Some travel for training and/or research will be required.

  • Utilize the archives and research centers at Tuskegee University and outside of campus to conduct research and analysis to support DPAA’s ongoing mission to account for missing military personnel.
  • Support the Agency’s mission through conducting research and analysis that may include, but is not limited to, historical research and writing, data organization, and management, digital humanities project, GIS, foreign language translation, and public history work.
  • Provide written research reports and updates including oral presentations
  • Adhere to all federal, DPAA, university, and department policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Participate in the History and Political Science Department’s annual Black History Month.
  • International Research Symposium. In addition to the symposium, the fellow may offer public talks to the University and community that captures the significance of the fellow’s research to the large civilian and military communities.
  • Two year post doctoral fellowship in Military History

Egypt launches photography competition to promote underwater cultural heritage

https://www.sis.gov.eg/Story/211159/Egypt-launches-photography-competition-to-promote-underwater-cultural-heritage?lang=en-us

The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has launched a photography competition to raise public awareness of Egypt’s rich underwater cultural heritage.

The competition, which begins Friday, 1 August, invites participants to capture artistic images of artefacts that emerged from the Mediterranean Sea and are currently on display at the Graeco-Roman Museum and the Alexandria National Museum in Alexandria.

It comes in light of Egypt’s efforts to highlight its submerged archaeological treasures aligning with its commitment to the UNESCO Convention on the Protection of the Underwater Cultural Heritage.

“The competition is part of broader efforts to engage the public with Egypt’s diverse heritage and to promote appreciation for historical finds recovered from beneath the Mediterranean,” said Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy. 

He added that this initiative reflects the ministry’s ongoing dedication to enhancing awareness and appreciation of underwater cultural heritage and to showcasing Egypt’s unique archaeological assets to the world.

According to Mohamed Ismail Khaled, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA), the competition is one of several cultural events planned by the ministry to shed light on submerged heritage sites and artefacts.

Full competition details and updates will be published on the ministry’s official social media platforms.

He continued that the photographers in Egypt and abroad are eligible to participate, with a photography window open from August 1 to 10 August, during the official operating hours of both museums in Alexandria. Submissions must be sent to training@mota.gov.eg by Thursday, 14 August, and must include the photograph along with a short biography of the participant.

Photos will be evaluated by a specialized jury comprising university professors and experts in photography and archaeology. The panel will operate under the supervision of the competition’s technical secretariat.

Ahmed Rahima, Assistant Minister for Human Resources Development and Head of the Central Training Unit, explained that evaluation criteria will focus on technical quality, creativity, and the ability to highlight the aesthetic and historical value of the featured artefacts. The names of the winners will be announced on 18 August, with an official award ceremony scheduled for 21 August.

The ministry has extended an open invitation to both Egyptian and international photography enthusiasts to take part in this unique cultural initiative, which blends art, history, and heritage preservation.

Laboratory Assistant – Research Cruise

https://whoi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WHOI-External/job/Remote/Laboratory-Assistant—Research-Cruise_JR100326

Job SummaryThe Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) is the world’s leading independent non-profit organization dedicated to ocean research, exploration, and education. Located in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, WHOI brings together scientists and engineers to advance understanding of the ocean and its interaction with the Earth system. With a longstanding history of excellence in oceanographic research and a mission to push the frontiers of knowledge, WHOI plays a critical role in addressing some of the planet’s most pressing environmental challenges.

Job Description

The Department of Geology and Geophysics at WHOI is seeking to hire three (3) temporary Laboratory Assistants to participate in a seagoing research cruise scheduled from late December 2025 through January 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in marine geophysical research and to work alongside world-class scientists and technicians at sea.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with the preparation and deployment of seafloor geophysical instrumentation, under supervision
  • Support a range of geophysical operations during the cruise
  • Collaborate with team members to maintain a safe, productive, and professional research environment onboard
  • Perform tasks as needed in support of cruise objectives, including maintaining flexibility around rotating shifts and variable hours

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience living or working at sea for extended periods is highly desirable
  • Alternatively, experience in remote locations or confined, team-based settings with flexible, non-standard hours
  • Strong teamwork and interpersonal communication skills
  • Willingness and ability to adapt to dynamic working conditions at sea
  • A valid passport is required for international travel from the final port of call

Additional Information:
This is a temporary seagoing position that requires full-time commitment for the duration of the research cruise. Training and orientation may be provided prior to departure. All travel and cruise-related expenses will be covered by WHOI.

URGENT REQUIREMENT: Looking for a Geophysical Client Rep that has previous Archaeology ROV survey experience.

URGENT REQUIREMENT
Looking for a Geophysical Client Rep that has previous Archaeology ROV survey experience.
Start – 17/18th August
Duration – 10 days
Location – Sweden
If you are interested and available please drop me an email – julianna.gorska@owcltd.com

Call for Decade Actions open – deadline 31 August

Call for Decade Actions No. 09/2025

The UN Ocean Decade has launched its latest Call for Decade Actions 09/2025, inviting new Projects and Contributions to advance the Ocean Decade vision of ‘the science we need for the ocean we want’. The deadline to submit proposals is 31 August 2025.

The Cultural Heritage Framework Programme (CHFP) is among the Decade programmes soliciting projects and contributions under this call. If you are working on initiatives that align with CHFP’s vision of integrating marine cultural heritage into ocean science and policy, we encourage you to explore endorsement. Detailed information on the CHFP and how to get endorsed is available on the CHFP website:

For full details on the Call for Decade Actions 09/2025, including the priority areas and submission process, visit the UN Ocean Decade website.

We look forward to seeing cultural heritage contributions shape a more sustainable and equitable ocean future.

Save The Date! Paleoamerican Odyssey 2026

https://liberalarts.tamu.edu/csfa/2025/08/05/save-the-date-paleoamerican-odyssey-2026

The Center for the Study of the First Americans is hosting an International Conference on the First Americans October 14-17, 2026 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. You are invited to participate in a three-day examination of the first people to explore and settle the Americas at the end of the last Ice Age. This conference is for everyone—archaeologists, avocational archaeologists, Quaternary scientists, students, and anyone interested in archaeology. Mark your calendars now! 

OPC is Hiring a Tribal Affairs and Community Engagement Specialist – Apply by August 27, 2025

https://opc.ca.gov/2025/08/hiring-tribal-affairs-community-engagement-specialist/

The California Ocean Protection Council (OPC) is hiring a Staff Services Manager I (Specialist) to lead and foster tribal affairs and coastal community engagement related to state ocean and coastal programs in California.  

The Tribal Affairs and Community Engagement Specialist will be responsible for facilitating collaborative and coordinated state agency efforts to consult with California Native American tribes and engage with coastal communities on priority topics impacting California’s coast and ocean to ensure OPC programs reflect tribal and community needs. The incumbent will additionally support OPC’s Tribal Liaison on OPC’s broader tribal consultation and engagement efforts. Overall, the incumbent will be responsible for implementation of OPC’s mission and CNRA priorities on ocean and coastal matters.

Applicants should have a strong tribal affairs and/or community engagement and outreach experience, internal and public meeting facilitation experience, working knowledge of coastal and ocean issues and stakeholders in California, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks is a must. Proficiency reading and speaking Spanish are preferred, but not required. 

View the Duty Statement for additional information about the job.

Review the minimum qualifications for a Staff Services Manager I (Specialist), including necessary education and experience. Completion of the Staff Services Manager I (Specialist) State Civil Service Examination is required, and exam scores must rank in the top three tiers within the applicant pool to be further considered in the application process.

This position is considered Remote-Centered, which means incumbent would telework 50% or more of the time within a work month from an alternate work location. The position incumbent can telework with a management approved telework agreement and schedule. OPC staff are required to work from CNRA headquarters located in Sacramento, CA a minimum of two days a week, on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Apply:

The application deadline is August 27, 2025.  For more details and to apply, please visit the job posting on the CalCareers website.