Author: underwaterarchaeologyjobs

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.

Consultant (Underwater Heritage – Culture)

https://careers.unesco.org/job/Paris-Consultant-%28Underwater-Heritage-Culture%29/826397302/

Background

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

Work assignment

In that framework, under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Culture (ADG/CLT), the general supervision of the Director of the Culture and Emergencies Entity and the direct supervision of the Chief of the Underwater Cultural Heritage Unit (CLT/CEM/UCH), the incumbent shall be responsible for the following tasks:

A. Act as a scientific focal point, as an underwater archaeology expert, for the 2001 Convention activities, and contribute to its visibility. 

B. Contribute to the implementation of activities carried out by the Secretariat of the 2001 Convention on the Protection of the Underwater Cultural Heritage.

C. Coordinate the implementation of a cooperation mechanism project for the protection of underwater cultural heritage in the Baltic Sea:

    • 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;
    • 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);
    • Participate in identifying fundraising partners and drafting an estimated budget;
    • Participate in identifying communication partners and initiatives to promote the project and ensure UNESCO’s visibility.

D. 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. 

E. Coordinate the efforts of the Secretariat to better integrate underwater cultural heritage into climate action and resilience strategies:

    • Foster awareness, synergies among Culture Conventions, interdisciplinary dialogue, and concrete pilot projects;
    • 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;
    • Support drafting of documents, reports and blue papers on underwater cultural heritage and climate change;
    • 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 underwater cultural heritage;
    • Develop and implement tangible projects on climate change impacts on underwater and coastal heritage;
    • Support the implementation and organisation of workshops, meetings and conferences on this topic.

F. Support the Secretariat for the organization of 17th STAB meeting in 2026.

TIMETABLE AND DELIVERABLES

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

Work Location – Home based

Expected duration – 11 months

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)

Accountability (C)

Communication (C)

Innovation (C)

Knowledge 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 nine (9) years of professional experience acquired in the field of culture, cultural policies, of which four (4) years acquired 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.
  • 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

Work experience

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

Skills and Competencies

  • Expert knowledge of UNESCO Culture Programmes.

Languages

  • English and French and knowledge of another UN official language, will be an asset.

SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT 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, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. 

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.

Assistant or Associate Professor – Coastal Social Sciences

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/87990

Hi All,

Please share this job announcement for a position here at ECU. It is in the Department of Coastal Studies and the focus is someone in social sciences which means maritime archaeology would be considered. It is not a position in the Program but there is certainly lots of opportunities for collaboration in research and teaching. 

Job Title: Assistant or Associate Professor – Coastal Social Sciences

Department: Department of Coastal Studies

Job Duties      

The Department of Coastal Studies at East Carolina University is seeking applicants for a tenure-track, nine-month faculty position beginning August 2026. We are looking for a social scientist with an active, interdisciplinary research program focusing on coastal and marine environmental issues including, but not limited to fisheries, aquaculture, ocean renewable energy, climate change, ocean governance, marine spatial planning, blue carbon, and similar research areas. This tenure-track position is part of a major ECU investment in research and teaching programs focused on natural, social, physical, and engineered dimensions of ocean margins.

This position is research intensive, and the successful candidate is expected to conduct research on the human dimensions of coastal or lacustrine environments, secure extramural funding, and publish in high-impact journals. The annual teaching load for this position is a 1-1, which includes one graduate course on interdisciplinary theories in the ECU Integrated Coastal Sciences (ICS) PhD program and one high-enrollment undergraduate course in economics, geography, anthropology, coastal studies or similar courses in the College of Arts and Sciences. Additional duties include mentoring of ICS PhD students, postdoctoral scholars, undergraduate students, interns, and master students as part of an active research lab and service to the students, university, community, and profession. This position is an opportunity to be part of an exciting and dynamic environment in a collaborative, interdisciplinary department.

The candidate can be based either in Greenville or the Coastal Studies Institute in the Outer Banks.

East Carolina University is a Doctoral University with high research activity. We are also a teaching institution that is renowned for academic excellence. As an R1 university, we make a significant investment in faculty research by providing support related to travel, technology, research databases, and development. We are one of the largest universities in North Carolina with almost 27,000 undergraduate and graduate students.

The Department of Coastal Studies (DCS) (https://coastal.ecu.edu/coastalstudies/) was formed in 2018 as part of an initiative to link the ECU main campus in Greenville with the expansion of its Outer Banks campus, the Coastal Studies Institute (CSI), near Manteo, NC (https://www.coastalstudiesinstitute.org/).Led by East Carolina University (ECU), CSI is a multi-institutional research and educational partnership of the UNC System including North Carolina State University, UNC-Chapel Hill, UNC Wilmington, and Elizabeth City State University. CSI has active collaborations with North Carolina Aquariums, the National Park Service, and the UNC Sea Grant College Program.

The Department of Coastal Studies coordinates and enhances research communities across ECU’s Greenville campuses, the Outer Banks campus, and our partner Institutions, and provides ECU with a strong center and point of contact to expand its leadership role in addressing interdisciplinary coastal and marine issues. Existing DCS faculty have expertise in Applied Geography, Coastal Engineering, Remote Sensing, Coastal Ecology, Water Resources, Physical Oceanography, Fisheries, and Ocean Governance.

Assistant Collection Manager: Queensland Museum Tropics

https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobtools/b_fileupload.proc_download?in_file_id=41056615&in_servicecode=CUSTOMSEARCH&in_organid=15033&in_sessionid=0&in_hash_key=D1F753559DB4C150170BE1050CF734F2

The Assistant Collection Manager will manage and document
maritime archaeology collections (such as HMS Pandora), the
Langley Diving collection, an iconic North Queensland Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Islander collection and social history material
representing the region, to the highest possible standards in
accordance with the strategic priorities of the Queensland
Museum. This work will focus on documenting and accessioning
significant material culture related to maritime, cultural, and social
history collections.

PhD Position in Archaeological Sciences (M/F)

https://emploi.cnrs.fr/Offres/Doctorant/UMR6034-ANTBOR-004/Default.aspx

Offer title : PhD Position in Archaeological Sciences (M/F) (H/F)
Reference : UMR6034-ANTBOR-004
Number of position : 1
Workplace : Alexandrie
Date of publication : 25 July 2025
Type of Contract : FTC PhD student / Offer for thesis
Contract Period : 36 months
Start date of the thesis : 1 November 2025
Proportion of work : Full Time
Remuneration : 2200 gross monthly
Section(s) CN : 32 – Ancient and medieval worlds

“The Lighthouse of Alexandria: An Ordinary Tool Serving an Extraordinary Economy?” Its Function from Antiquity to the Medieval Period aims to analyze the operation and contribution of this monumental structure to the economic prosperity of Alexandria, from the 3rd century BCE to the 14th century CE. The research will explore its functional evolution in relation to geopolitical and maritime contexts, while refining the terminology of navigational aids. The methodology is multidisciplinary, combining the analysis of textual and iconographic sources with a field-based archaeological and archaeometric approach, also including underwater research conducted by the CEAlex. This project aligns with the scientific priorities of the University of Bordeaux Montaigne and Archéosciences Bordeaux, the University of Perpignan Via Domitia, and the CEAlex, with research time shared between France and Egypt.

The main objective of this doctoral research is to study the functioning of the Lighthouse of Alexandria from its construction to its destruction. The candidate will reside in Alexandria and undertake regular research visits at the University of Perpignan, CRHiSM, EA 2984.

Submerged Prehistoric Landscapes

https://www.unige.ch/genevasummerschools/programme/courses/submerged-prehistoric-landscapes

Last chance to register – the deadline is fast approaching! Apply by 31 July!

WHO IS THE COURSE FOR

Master’s students, Ph.D. candidates, researchers and practitioners fascinated by marine geosciences and archaeology.
Note: Bachelor’s students might be allowed in the programme on a case-by-case basis if their background and motivation letter show strong interest and/or early experience in the field.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Following the success of the University of Geneva Terra Submersa expedition in 2014, the summer school offers an intensive course on a new, multidisciplinary scientific field: Continental Shelf Prehistoric Research (CSPR).

The course aims at educating postgraduate students and young scientists to move across the boundaries of marine geosciences and archaeology, in order to shed light on the interaction between our ancestors with the dynamically changing environment.

Practically, the summer school will take place in Porto Cheli (Greece) and include field trips to the prehistoric site of Franchthi Cave and the surrounding area. Its objective is to give the opportunity for young archaeologists and geoscientists to:

  • Learn about marine geophysical (multibeam, side scan sonar, sub-bottom profiler), marine geological methodologies as well as data acquisition, post-processing and interpretation
  • Understand paleoclimate and sea-level changes and their interaction with isostatic and tectonic  vertical movements
  • Link climate, sea level and environmental changes to the archaeology of people who lived on and migrated across the continental shelf
  • Familiarize with key themes in coastal prehistory

Course Credits

Equivalence of 3 ECTS credit points.

Students will be provided with a Certificate of Completion for their course if they satisfy attendance.

Call for Applications: Underwater Archaeology – Field School the 1st of September to the 15th of September 2025

http://www.cmauch.org/call-for-applications-underwater-archaeology-field-school-the-15th-of-august-to-the-30th-of-august-2025/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLmBqhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBWNm1hZUFGQmY3Zmg2UHZ1AR47Z_RNGEjvf8aoLLbqCqqLYP5F1HgQR2lLApT6iqL7Ksd_FsZDiPZsgIho8g_aem_XVWHQsOW2Jkpdj-JzanpRg

Call for Applications
Underwater Archaeology Field School
01–15 September 2025 | Hurghada, Egypt

About Field School

The Alexandria Centre for Maritime Archaeology & Underwater Cultural Heritage is pleased to announce a two-week Underwater Archaeology Field School, to be held in Hurghada, Egypt, from 01 to 15 September 2025.

The program is designed for early-career researchers and professionals affiliated with institutions in the field of maritime archaeology. Participants must hold an Advanced Open Water SCUBA diving certification from an internationally recognized training organization.

This intensive training initiative combines both theoretical and practical instruction in underwater archaeological methods, including site surveying, artifact documentation, and digital tools for heritage management. The course is fully funded by the Honor Frost Foundation for selected participants.

Program Highlights

The field school curriculum includes:

– Introduction to Maritime Archaeology

– The UNESCO 2001 Convention on the Protection of the Underwater Cultural Heritage

– Boat Recording Techniques

– Underwater Survey Methods

– 2D Site Recording

– Introduction to Photogrammetry

– Introduction to GIS for Maritime Archaeology

– Artifact Recovery

– Drawing and Documentation of Finds

– 3D Documentation (Photography & Photogrammetry)

– Archaeological Report Writing

Field school Director

Mr. Mohamed Khedr
Maritime Archaeologist & Senior Academic Researcher
Alexandria Centre for Maritime Archaeology, Egypt

Key Information

– Application Deadline: 30 July 2025

– Notification of Results: By 07 August 2025

– Number of Funded Participants: 8

– Instruction Language: English

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

– Be at least 18 years of age

– Hold a valid Advanced Open Water SCUBA diving certificate (from a recognized agency)

– Provide proof of a minimum of 20 logged dives, verified by an instructor or diving center

– Submit a medical certificate confirming fitness for diving

– Be able to provide Divers Alert Network (DAN) insurance upon official acceptance

Selection Process

Applications will be evaluated based on:

– Academic and professional background

– Affiliation with public institutions responsible for cultural or underwater heritage

– Educational qualifications

– Letters of institutional support (optional but recommended)

Application Process

To apply, please email the following documents to Mr. Mohamed Khedr at m.khedr@alexu.edu.eg by 30 July 2025:

– Completed Application Form – Click Here

– Curriculum Vitae (CV)

– Copy of Diving Certificate

– Medical Certificate confirming fitness for diving

Selected applicants will be notified via email by 07 August 2025.

What the Scholarship Covers (for selected participants from Egypt, Cyprus, Lebanon, Syria, and the UK)

– Accommodation for the duration of the course

– Weekly per diem

– Domestic travel between Alexandria and Hurghada

– Daily transportation to and from the dive site or dive boat

– Diving fees

– Diving equipment (BCD and regulator) if needed

– Certificate of participation and successful course completion

– Official Field School T-shirt

Costs Not Covered

– International travel to and from Egypt

– Personal expenses or any additional financial support outside the program scope

Additional Participant Responsibilities

Selected participants must bring:

– Personal diving gear: wetsuit, mask, fins, snorkel, and booties (air tanks and weights will be provided)

– Personal laptop (software requirements will be communicated in advance)

For further inquiries, please contact:
Mr. Mohamed Khedr
Email: m.khedr@alexu.edu.eg

We look forward to welcoming a new cohort of committed and passionate underwater archaeologists!

Workshop on “The Conservation of Iron and Copper Alloys from Archaeological Sites of Underwater Origin”

https://juntadeandalucia.es/organismos/iaph/areas/formacion-difusion/programa-formacion/cursos-iaph/detalle/6301/datos-basicos.html

Curso-taller \”La conservación de hierro y aleaciones de cobre arqueológico de procedencia subacuática\”

Workshop on “The Conservation of Iron and Copper Alloys from Archaeological Sites of Underwater Origin”

You can now register for ther course-workshop “The conservation of iron and archaeological copper alloys of underwater origin” that will be held from November 24 to 26 at the Center for Underwater Archaeology organized by the Instituto Andaluz del Patrimonio Histórico – IAPH in collaboration with the Spanish @Grupo of Conservation of the International Institute for Conservation.

Iron and copper alloys are part of the group of metals most common in underwater archaeological sites. They can be found on a wide variety of objects, from small nails that are part of attachment systems to large artillery elements, such as cannons. The conservation of these elements represents a challenge due to the alterations they undergo during their stay in the aquatic environment. Knowing the mechanisms of alteration is essential to propose a conservation methodology in the short and long term. The objective of this course is to present, in a theoretical-practical way, the main conservation measures required by these objects from their extraction to the completion of their treatment in the laboratory.

Coordinated by Elisa Fernández Tudela, Head of the CAS Conservation Department, it has among its teachers: María Auxiliadora Gómez Morón and María López Rey (IAPH); Luis Carlos Zambrano Valdivia (Museum of Cádiz); Manuel Bethencourt Núñez (University of Cádiz); and Cristina San Martín Bel, Restorer.


📅 Pre-enrolment until 2 November 2025

👉 More information and form: https://lajunta.es/5qboy

Hands-on experience in the theory and methods of conservation for maritime archaeological artefacts.

https://www.flinders.edu.au/study/short-courses/conservation-practicum

This topic provides hands-on experience in the theory and methods of conservation for maritime archaeological artefacts.

The course is an intensive introduction to materials science; deterioration processes in marine environments; pre-disturbance conservation surveys; in-situ conservation and stabilisation; recovery, initial storage, stabilisation and transportation of artefacts; and refers to storage and display of conserved artefacts.

It is designed to provide participants with a general theoretical and practical background to archaeological conservation. It should also equip archaeologists with the appropriate conservation knowledge and skills necessary for the effective management of submerged cultural heritage.

Maritime Archaeology Manager

https://anmm.nga.net.au/cp/index.cfm?event=jobs.checkJobDetailsNewApplication&returnToEvent=jobs.listJobs&jobid=4AC6171B-5220-BA4D-79F5-E4039A5CD2B0&CurATC=EXT&CurBID=1021FBDC%2D573C%2D41B1%2DBA69%2D9DB401362EAF&JobListID=22FC4F47%2DE994%2D46A3%2DB8C9%2D9BC901269F43&jobsListKey=7d19ab3b%2Dc1eb%2D43f9%2Dbac1%2D852fbf8a675c&persistVariables=CurATC,CurBID,JobListID,jobsListKey,JobID&lid=54864200018&rmuh=4A762FE1C03E86DB96ED8840F690F3ECCE87A8A7

The Australian National Maritime Museum is seeking a dynamic and highly experienced Maritime Archaeology Manager to lead its maritime archaeology initiatives. This is a full-time, ongoing Executive Level 1 position.

About the Australian National Maritime Museum
As one of Sydney’s most visited museums, the Australian National Maritime Museum shares our national maritime story across Australia and the world, online, onsite and through research, presentations and travelling exhibitions, and provides must-visit museum experiences that delight and inspire.

We connect our visitors with the oceans and waterways that are the heartbeat of who we are. From deep time to modern Australian and beyond, we explore our past, our present and future as an island nation shaped by sea, offering a sustainable and cohesive vision for the future. 

The Museum welcomes over 2.5 million local, interstate and international visitors annually, and is supported by a thriving and passionate staff, membership, volunteer and education base. Find out more at sea.museum.

About the Role
The position Manager Maritime Archaeology is a senior leadership role within the Knowledge team responsible for managing and developing the museum’s maritime archaeology initiatives. 

Key responsibilities include planning and leading maritime archaeology projects, managing team members, procuring equipment and ensuring its safe operation, oversight of the museum’s research vessel, budgeting and project collaborations. The Manager provides expert advice on maritime archaeology and oversees the acquisition, research and interpretation of maritime archaeology collection items through exhibitions, digital and online programs. 

The position has a significant role in museum policy, including remaining abreast of relevant maritime archaeology legislation and Protection of Cultural Objects on Loan (PCOL) protocols.
This is a role with a high duty of care responsibility, including ensuring currency of all diving requirements and training of staff and volunteers undertaking fieldwork. A key element is research leadership, through practical projects such as interpretation and reconstruction of archaeologically excavated sites, and in scholarly publishing and presentations.

The position will work with the museum’s Digital and Communications teams to develop and maintain a dedicated and vibrant online resource that reflects and showcases the museum’s work in maritime archaeology.

Please note: This recruitment process is intended to fill both current and future vacancies. While the position on offer is ongoing, a merit pool of suitable applicants may be established to fill similar ongoing and non-ongoing positions within the next 18 months.

Key Accountabilities
Under broad direction, this position is responsible for delivering the following functions:

  • Manage the development of a national centre in maritime archaeology by furthering research activities that support and complement broader national maritime heritage efforts.
  • Plan and deliver maritime archaeology programs, including underwater surveys and collaborative research projects, both within and beyond Australian waters.
  • Research and publish accounts of maritime archaeology in scholarly, public and specialist forums.
  • Represent the Museum in public forums, media opportunities, conferences, and cultural networks.
  • Research and develop curatorial content for exhibitions and public programs, providing leadership and expert input on exhibition and program development and review. 
  • Actively seek external grants, funding and key donations and provide support to the ANMM Foundation fundraising activities.
  • Manage and mentor the maritime archaeologists, including direction of major projects such as reconstruction of an archaeologically excavated vessel and collaborative research programs.
  • Manage the budget and maintain diving and maritime archaeology equipment according to relevant safety standards and the museum’s maritime archaeology policy and procedures, including training and maintaining relevant qualifications.
  • Participate in the museum’s Acquisitions Committee, and in monitoring the museum’s obligations and processes including PCOL, the Collection Development Policy and relevant Maritime Archaeology legislation.

Selection Criteria

  1. Demonstrated experience as a project leader or principal investigator on maritime archaeology projects, including both underwater and terrestrial sites.
  2. Advanced Open Water Diving Qualifications along with Rescue Diver and Nitrox (EANx) endorsements, plus a recent (< 12 months) dive medical confirming capacity to undertake a regular program of scuba and/or surfacesupplied diving to depths up to 30 metres.
  3. Extensive knowledge of Australian maritime history and heritage, demonstrated via a wide range of published work in maritime archaeology. 
  4. Comprehensive knowledge of maritime archaeology legislation in regard to fieldwork, consultation, interpretation and object acquisition.
  5. High-level public engagement skills and experience in media, conferences, presentations and public speaking. 
  6. Successful track record in securing grants, consultancies or other external revenue streams to support maritime archaeology programs.

Qualifications and/or relevant experience required
Desirable:

  • Eligibility and willingness to obtain ADAS Part 2 qualification for surface-supplied breathing apparatus to 30m.
  • Current Australian driver’s licence and minimum coxswain grade 3 certificate in boat operation.
  • Experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities or collections.
  • Relevant international experience, including working with cultures outside Western/English-speaking countries.
  • Familiarity with or ability to use archival record keeping systems such as ELO.
  • Experience with collection management database systems such as TMS.

When applying via our online e-recruitment system, please provide a written application addressing each Selection Criteria. Your current resume is also to be included in your application.

In addition to an application and your resume, the assessment process for this position may also include an interview and referee reports.

Applications Close: 11:30pm AEST, Sunday 27 July 2025. No Applications will be accepted by mail or email. 

Selection for this position will be made on the basis of relative merit which will be assessed against each item of the selection criteria. Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered for shortlisting by the Selection Panel. As part of the selection process the Selection Panel may invite candidates to undertake online testing, skills-based assessment and provide samples of written work at interview. 

This position is open to all eligible members of the community, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability and people from every cultural and linguistic background. To be an eligible member of the community, you must be an Australian citizen. Applications may be accepted from Australian permanent residents who are in the process of acquiring Australian citizenship. All employees will be required to satisfactorily complete an Australian Federal Police National Police Check and obtain and maintain a Working with Children Check registration.

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2026 ACUA/RECON Offshore Student Travel Award Announcement

Click to access RECON-award-announcement_2026.pdf

The Advisory Council on Underwater Archaeology (ACUA) and RECON Offshore
are sponsoring one travel award to a student who is presenting a paper or poster on an underwater or maritime archaeology topic at the 2026 annual meeting in Detroit, Michigan. The award provides $1,000 to defray travel costs. The goals of this travel award are to increase and to encourage student involvement at the meetings. Conference abstracts must be submitted directly to the Conference Organizers as outlined in the Call for Papers.

Please refer to https://sha.org/conferences/ for complete details on abstract submission and deadlines.

To be eligible for consideration, students applying for this award must currently be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program (includes full-time, part-time, or thesis/dissertation hours only), and in good academic standing.

To apply for this award, you must submit the following:

  1. Curriculum vitae
  2. A copy of your conference abstract, along with confirmation of submission
  3. Cover letter – In your letter, please explain why this award is important to your attendance and state how your participation in the SHA conference will advance your career and research.
    All award application materials must be sent to the ACUA at info@acuaonline.org by September 20, 2025.
    Following the conference, recipients are asked to submit a one-page report to ACUA/RECON on their conference experience and a blog post on creating a more inclusive underwater archaeology, which may be posted to the ACUA Blog.
    *Please note: SHA members can apply or be nominated for the SHA Harriet Tubman and the Ed and Judy Jelks Student Travel Awards and the ACUA George Fischer Student Travel Award and the ACUA and RECON Offshore Student Travel Award and the Martin Klein Award for Development and Application of Technology in Support of Underwater Archaeology but may only receive one award in the same year.

Call for Applications: Advanced Underwater Archaeology Course 2025 (Deadline: 21st July 2025)

https://www.icua.hr/en/event/call-for-applications-advanced-underwater-archaeology-course-2025-deadline-21st-july-2025/22

1. Introduction

The International Centre for Underwater Archaeology Zadar (ICUA Zadar), a Category II Centre under the auspices of UNESCO, is organizing a 2-week Advanced underwater archaeology course that will take place in Rovinj region, Croatia from 29th September to 10th October 2025.

The course will consist of theoretical and practical (hands-on) instructions in the field of underwater archaeology i.e., techniques of underwater archaeological excavation and documentation of underwater sites and finds. The course is aimed at archaeologists who have diving experience and some experience of practical underwater archaeology. It is designed to provide participants with advanced skills and training in underwater archaeological knowledge and project planning.

The course is organized with the financial support of the Ministry of culture and media of the Republic of Croatia. Practical organization is coordinated by ICUA Zadar and guest lecturers and other associates. Theoretical lessons will be held in morning or evening hours, while practical instruction and excavation will take place around noon in the vicinity of Rovinj. After successfully completing the exercises, the practical part related to the underwater archaeological site research will take place at the island Sveti Ivan near Rovinj. Archaeologists from ICUA Zadar have already visited this site on several occasions, and it has now been decided to start systematic archaeological excavations. These excavations aim to gather all remaining typologically diagnostic finds, which will aid in determining the origin of the ship and its cargo, as well as its dating. All other fragments will also be documented in an attempt to estimate the minimum capacity of the ship. Based on surveys, this location contains a cargo of African amphorae belonging to a late antique shipwreck from the 5th or 6th century. The goal is to establish the origin and dating of the remaining finds expected to be discovered among the stones and beneath the sand.

2. Participants

The maximum number of trainees will be limited to 4 participants.

Expected profile of participants: archaeologists (including researchers or university students enrolled in graduate level degrees) with diving experience who intend to qualify as members of underwater archaeological teams and participate in underwater archaeology researches. 

Language skills: Participants must be proficient in English, as it will be the official language of the course.

3.Tentative Programme

Scheduled activities will include two weeks course on underwater archaeology. The theoretical part of the course will be held in Rovinj whereas practical lessons will take place at the different locations at Rovinj region and on the island Sveti Ivan. Transportation to the field work will be organized by ICUA Zadar. Lectures will be conducted following the ICUA Zadar course curriculum for underwater archaeology. As part of their on-site training, all participants will take part in archaeological excavation of the ancient shipwreck as members of a team, and will gain practical experience. At the end of the course, participants who successfully complete all exercises and prove to be valuable members of the archaeological team will receive an official ICUA Zadar certificate of successful course completion.

Underwater archaeology theoretical lectures are conducted in the morning hours. ICUA Zadar reserves the right to change the schedule in case of unforeseen circumstances.

Mandatory practical exercises in underwater archaeology will be conducted on a daily basis on the following topics:

· Logistical organization of personal and team equipment

· Basic boat operations

· Use of water pump and hoses

· Underwater use of water dredge in a trench excavation

· Preparing housing for Underwater Camera and Underwater photographic documentation of a site, a trench and an archeological find

· Packing, labeling and transport of finds

· Underwater drawn documentation and post-processing of data

· Practical use of computer programme for documenting of the site

· Area survey with use of a boat mounted side scan sonar

Upon completing the course, trainees are expected to have acquired the necessary skills to work independently on any of the tasks covered by the programme.

(The exact schedule of lectures and practical exercises will be published subsequently.)

4. Participation costs

There is no fee for the selected participants. During their stay in Croatia, ICUA Zadar will provide:

• Accommodation in ICUA’s dormitory while staying in Zadar

• Apartment in Rovinj while staying in Rovinj

• Weekly card for food costs up to 50 EUR per participant

• Local transfers to the training sites

• Diving equipment (if participants do not have their own)

• The NAS Guide to Principles and Practice and new issue of Submerged Heritage

• Insurance against injury

• ICUA Zadar certificate of attendance and successful completion of the course

• ICUA T-shirt & cap

Selected applicants will not receive:

• reimbursement or contributions for their travel to/from Zadar

• any daily allowance or other forms of additional financial support during the course.

5. Requirements

• University education (minimum first-level degree) on archaeology or related fields

• Minimum Advanced Open Water Diver (AOWD), CMAS** or an equivalent diving certificate

• At least 30 dives verified in logbook by an instructor, divemaster, diving club or diving center

• Proof of practical experience in underwater archaeology

• Medical certificate ensuring fitness for diving

• At least 18 years of age

*Current professional affiliation to public institutions responsible for cultural heritage protection will be considered as a plus

6. Selection Criteria

Applications will be assessed and selected based on the professional and educational profiles as presented in the application documents.

Priority will be given to applicants coming from public institutions (either at local or at central level) competent for the protection and management of cultural heritage, and especially underwater cultural heritage whereas possible.

Applications with similar professional profiles will be enlisted based on the educational level.

Possible letters of support from parent institutions will also be considered as an added value.

In the selection, geographical balance will be sought and the selection of more than one applicant from the same country will be avoided.

7. Application

Applicants should send to ICUA Zadar the following documents, no later than 21st July 2025:

• Curriculum Vitae (on Europass CV template!)

• Scan of the diving card

• Scan of valid diving medical certificate ensuring fitness for diving

• Scan of logbook with verified dives

Participants will have to present diving insurance upon getting official information for acceptance to the course.

Applications and accompanying documentation (CV, diving certificate, valid medical certificate ensuring fitness for diving, logbook) should be sent by e-mail to the attention of Ms. Maja Kaleb (mkaleb@icua.hr). Deadline for submission of the documents is 21st July 2025. All applicants will be informed about acceptance by 25th July 2025.

Due to the unpredictability situations, ICUA Zadar reserves the right to change schedule or to cancel the course.