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Southeastern Archaeological Research, Inc. (SEARCH) is seeking full time Project Maritime Archaeologists/Marine Remote Sensing Specialists to complement our Maritime Division for multiple projects throughout the United States, Caribbean, and Pacific. This position is based in Pensacola, Florida and offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Successful candidates must be M.A. level (M.A. in hand, no ABT) or above and be experienced on the water.  Must be eligible to be certified as a Registered Professional Archaeologist. 

You need to demonstrate:

• Knowledge in the use and analysis of CHIRP sub-bottom profilers, dual frequency side scan sonars, magnetometers, and hydrographic echo sounders;

• Proficiency in the operation of small boats and the ability to troubleshoot small engines, electronics, pumps, and trailers;

• Certification in SCUBA diving, knowledge of surface supplied air diving, willingness to learn surface supplied air diving. Detailed certifications must be included on your CV.

The successful applicant must have a developed capacity for attention to detail, be organized, able to work well on simultaneous projects, and be able to meet deadlines.  Experience in cultural resource management and the preparation of deliverables for the DoD and USACE is preferred.  Applicants should have a demonstrated proficiency in HyPack, SonarWiz, MS Word, MS Office Pro suite, PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat.  GIS experience is desirable.  Applicants must be available to travel to locations worldwide for extended periods of time and must be able to receive government security clearances. 

For immediate consideration, please forward a cover letter, resume, salary history and three (3) professional references to Amy Semesco, amy@searchinc.com.  All inquires will be treated with discretion. 

SEARCH is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing and a criminal background check are conducted upon hire.

Go to www.searchinc.com for more information about SEARCH.

1) 2013 Maritime Archaeology Field School In Bermuda
Saint Mary’s College of California (SMC) and the University of Rhode Island (URI) will be offering a joint Field School in Maritime Archaeology in Bermuda during July 2013. This annual field school has been conducted in cooperation with the Bermuda Maritime Museum since 1999. The field school is a research-based learning experience that exposes students to a variety of activities.

Saint Mary’s College of California (SMC) and the University of Rhode Island (URI) will be offering a joint Field School in Maritime Archaeology in Bermuda during July 2013. This annual field school has been conducted in cooperation with the Bermuda Maritime Museum since 1999. The field school is a research-based learning experience that exposes students to a variety of activities including archival research, artifact conservation, archaeological survey, and underwater excavation and documentation of historic shipwrecks.

The field school will be conducted from July 15 to August 8, 2013. Training leading to AAUS qualification as a Scientific Diver-in-Training will be provided at Saint Mary’s College in advance of departure for Bermuda. Classroom work focused on maritime history and maritime archaeological field methods will comprise week one of the field school. Underwater research and documentation of 16th and 17th century shipwrecks will be conducted in Bermuda during the remaining weeks.   For additional information and requirements, please contact jallan at stmarys-ca.edu or rodmather at mail.uri.edu. For information on the scientific diving portion of the course please email the SMC Dive Safety Officer.
http://www.uri.edu/international/bermuda.html

2) Masters Studentship In History, AHRC-Funded Research Preparation, University of Hull -The Department of History
The Department of History at the University of Hull invites high-quality proposals from applicants for an AHRC-funded studentship for a Research Preparation Masters (MA Historical Research) tenable for one year from 1 October 2013. The award, which was made to a consortium bid from the Universities of Hull and Huddersfield, will be held at Hull, with optional access to facilities and research support at Huddersfield.  Applicants, who should hold at least a good 2:1, or 1st undergraduate degree in History or a relevant discipline, may offer a proposal from any period of history from the medieval to the modern. We would, however, particularly welcome proposals which correspond to the Department’s research concentration in the areas of global and international history; military history; Atlantic history and slavery studies; Anglo-American history; Native American history; and maritime history. Applicants are encouraged to consult the web site of the Department for full details of our research activity. http://www2.hull.ac.uk/fass/history.aspx

Closes 15 march.

3) Chief Curator, Old Dartmouth Historical Society (New Bedford Whaling Museum), New Bedford, MA
As an important member of the senior management team, the Chief Curator has primary responsibility for the Museum’s collection and exhibitions.  The successful candidate will articulate an exhibition, interpretation, and collections philosophy and strategy that will succeed in engaging audiences in a compelling manner coupled with a strong educational focus.  The Chief Curator must demonstrate strength in one or more areas of our collection, which includes not only whaling history but also maritime history, local history, decorative art, and art history.  The individual must have the strength of conviction to provide leadership and direction to staff under his/her supervision. The Chief Curator must be a creative problem solver, and have both the vision to lay out a comprehensive, innovative, approach to history-based exhibitions and work in a hands-on manner to see these tenets executed.  The Chief Curator has primary responsibility over all aspects of exhibition development including strategic planning, interpretation, budgeting and management plus design and installation of the exhibitions on location, off-site and on-line.  The curator should have experience with and will be involved in securing funding and interacting with major donors.  Concurrently, the Chief Curator has primary responsibility over the management, care and growth of the art and history collections.  Knowledge of collections preservation, conservation and registration is important.  He/she will have knowledge of and develop strategies to, in adherence to the museum policies, strengthen the Museum’s collection by identifying gifts, acquisitions and de-accessions.  Visit www.whalingmuseum.org for a complete job description and for information on how to apply.

American Anthropological Association Naval History & Heritage Command Underwater Archaeology Branch Internship. Deadline is March 15, 2013.

AIMA 2013 Scholarship Announcement
AIMA is pleased to announce the 2013 AIMA Scholarship for maritime archaeological research projects. The investigation or project must be consistent with the objectives of AIMA and the work must have a benefit/application to maritime archaeology in Australasia. The award is open to all persons conducting maritime archaeological research within Australasia.  
A total of up to $2,000 will be awarded. AIMA may choose to partially fund more than one project from these monies in 2013.  A condition of the AIMA Scholarship is that the recipient(s) are required to publish in the AIMA Newsletter, or for larger awards, a peer-reviewed paper either in the AIMA Bulletin, or as an AIMA Special Publication. This award also comes with a free one year AIMA membership.
Applications must be forwarded to the Scholarship Chair by 30 June 2013 to be eligible for this award. An application packet is available on the AIMA website at: http://www.aima-underwater.org.au/aima-scholarship/
For other queries, contact the AIMA Scholarship Chair: scholarships@aima-underwater.org.au

Nautical Cartographer, New Zealand Hydrographic Authority, closes 4 March

1) Director of Education, Penobscot Marine Museum, ncd

2) Alan Pearsall Postdoc Fellowship in Naval and Maritime History, University of London, closes 5 April

The Institute administers the Alan Pearsall Fellowship, which is awarded for postdoctoral research into any aspect of Naval or Maritime History, anywhere in the world, from the fall of the Roman Empire in the West to the present day. The stipend for this award will be £22,000 for the full 2013–14 session.

3) PhD Bursary, History of Port Towns and Urban Cultures, University of Portsmouth, closes 22 February

The Port Towns and Urban Cultures research group was established to further our understanding of the social and cultural impact of ports on the urban hinterland from the eighteenth century to the modern period. In partnership with the National Museum of the Royal Navy, the research group are working on a range of projects that include sailors’ families, leisure, youth organisations, and maritime folklore in port towns.

4) Educator, USS Constitution Museum, Boston, MA
Educators at the USS Constitution Museum work in a highly visible position that is essential to fulfilling the Museum’s mission of creating a fun environment where visitors can learn and connect to history. The position is primarily responsible for welcoming and providing exceptional customer service to our visitors; facilitating a range of hands-on interpretive programs for different audiences, including families and Pre K-12th grade students; and encouraging visitors to voluntarily donate to the Museum. As a part of the Museum Learning department, you will be trained in interpretation techniques, customer service, and USS Constitution’s history. Ideal candidates possess strong customer service, organizational, oral and written communication skills; a mature and outgoing personality; and an enjoyment for interacting with members of the public. Previous employment or volunteer experience in museum education/interpretation or customer service positions is preferred, but not required. Those selected for the position will be required to attend training at the end of March. Full and part time positions are available for the summer (March 18-October 31) season. One weekend day is required. Interested individuals should send letter of interest, resume, and references to jzanolli@ussconstitutionmuseum.org. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. EOE.

5) PhD Positions, closes 1 March 2013, Maritime History topics.

The Institut für Zeitgeschichte / Institute for Contemporary History in Munich-Berlin offers two PhD positions for April 2013 entry.

6) University of Thessaly offers a position of Postdoc Researcher Graduate in Archaeology PhD in Vioarchaiologia with emphasis on the study of marine palaeoenvironment for the Social Archaeology of Early Iron Age and Early Archaic Greece project situated in Volos.

1) Archive Manager, National Maritime Museum, closes January 28

2) Summer 2013 Museum Studies Intership, Mystic Seaport

Mystic Seaport: The Museum of America and the Sea, Mystic, CT
(Mid-June through late August 2013) – We are seeking a select group of upper-level undergraduates and graduate students curious about museum work and passionate about sharing maritime history or marine science with the world. See how the subjects you’ve studied in school get translated into public history at the nation’s fourth largest history museum. You’ll go behind-the-scenes at other exemplary New England museums through weekly field trips. A weekly discussion seminar, assigned readings, and presentations by Mystic Seaport leaders will introduce you to museum theory and current best practices. Two days each week (including one weekend day) will be spent as an exhibit interpreter, bringing what you’ve learned to a broad public audience. You’ll spend 1-2 days each week working with museum staff on a cross-disciplinary research project involving exhibits, educational programs, or collections-based work. Possible project topics include digital maps, shipwrecks, boat design, or the upcoming 38th Voyage of the whaleship Charles W. Morgan. Depending on the interns, research projects might involve maritime history, American literature, art, drama, marine archeology, or marine biology. College/graduate credit is available. This is a full-time internship that pays a small stipend to cover living expenses. To apply, submit a completed application form, two professional letters of recommendation, cover letter, and resume (or CV). Application forms and more info at: www.mysticseaport.org/summerinternship. Priority will be given to applications received by February 15, 2013, with submissions after that date considered as space allows. Minority applicants are encouraged to apply. Mystic Seaport is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

The Hampshire & Wight Trust for Maritime Archaeology (HWTMA) has received initial support from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for the Forgotten Wrecks of World War One: Remembering and commemorating through archaeology project. The project aims to raise public awareness of the Great Wars maritime conflict through the discovery, exploration and promotion of the wreck remains hidden within and around the waters of Southern England.

Closes 24 January, Interviews 28 January, apply now.

February 4th is the deadline for paper proposals for the 2013 McMullen Naval History Symposium. Any topic related to Naval and Maritime History will be considered. Please note that we have expanded our travel stipends beyond graduate students to also include recent Ph.D.’s without permament postions. The full conference announcement can be viewed at http://h-net.msu.edu/cgi-bin/logbrowse.pl?trx=vx&list=HDiplo&month=1208&week=b&msg=UaXVxcZwdW1rK25KY93RrA

http://h-net.msu.edu/cgi-bin/logbrowse.pl?trx=vx&list=HDiplo&month=1208&week=b&msg=UaXVxcZwdW1rK25KY93RrA
Specific inquiries should be directed to Dr. Lori Bogle and CDR Chris Rentfrow at navalhistorysymposium@gmail.com mailto:navalhistorysymposium@gmail.com
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Dr. Lori Lyn Bogle
Associate Professor
History Department  12c
United States Naval Academy
107 Maryland Ave.
Annapolis, MD 21402
410-293-6256 (office)
410-787-1325 (cell)

Mystic Seaport Summer Internship Program (Mid-June through late August 2013)

Spend your summer on the banks of the beautiful Mystic River as you learn about museums and the maritime world.

We are seeking a select group of upper-level undergraduates and graduate students who are curious about museum work and passionate about sharing maritime history or marine science with the world. See how the academic subjects you’ve studied in school get translated into public history at the nation’s fourth largest history museum. You’ll go behind-the-scenes at this and other museums through weekly field trips. A weekly discussion seminar, assigned readings, and presentations by Mystic Seaport leaders will introduce you to museum theory and current best practices. Two days each week (including one weekend day) will be spent as an exhibit interpreter, bringing what you’ve learned to a broad public audience. You’ll spend one to two days each week working closely with museum staff on a research project contributing to future exhibits, programs, activities, and events. Depending on the intern’s skills and interests, projects might involve maritime history, American literature, art, drama, marine archeology, or marine biology.

College or graduate credit is available through Trinity College or the University of Connecticut. This is a full-time internship that pays a small stipend to cover living expense.

 To apply, please submit a completed application form, two professional letters of recommendation, cover letter, and resume (or CV) to the address below. Priority will be given to applications received by February 15, 2013. Applications submitted after that date will be considered as space allows. Phone interviews with finalists will be conducted in March and offers made by early April.

Minority applicants are encouraged to apply.

Mystic Seaport is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Application materials can be emailed to Elysa Engelman at elysa.engelman@mysticseaport.org<mailto:elysa.engelman@mysticseaport.org> or sent by post to:

 Education Department

Attn: Michele Fritzen, Internship Program Mystic Seaport

75 Greenmanville Avenue

P.O. Box 6000

Mystic, CT 06355-0990

Marine Archaeologist, Forum, Houston, TX, apply today!

Summary: 

The Marine Archaeologist is responsible for assessing geophysical data for potential cultural resources, meeting BOEM/BSSE requirements, and providing assessment reports to clients.  This position will require some offshore travel, and excellent communication skills.

Open until filled.

Multiple jobs and internships at the Ocean Exploration Trust aboard the E/V Nautilus.

Manager of Vehicle Operations, Coordinator/Manager of Education Programs.

Internships:

Science & Engineering Internships will be made available in 2013 for undergraduate and graduate students studying oceanography; marine science; maritime archaeology; ocean, mechanical, or electrical engineering; video engineering; filmmaking; or related fields. Intern positions entail 2-5 week periods working aboard E/V Nautilus with our Corps of Exploration as Data Loggers, ROV Pilots, or Video Engineers; and participating in educational outreach activities.

Applications due 1 February 2013, apply today.

Link over to Doug’s Archaeology Blog about the state of the job market in Underwater Archaeology.

          “Jobs in Archaeology- Most are dismal BUT one area is desperate for people. In one area 16 jobs were advertised but over the last two years only 3 people have been hired because they can not find enough qualified people. Where? Underwater archaeology (numbers from gulf coast near Texas).”

Keep reading.

A fantastic opportunity for a Research Administrator  to join a Risk Management Company in Bury St Edmunds on a temp to perm basis.

The successful candidate will be assisting colleagues with researching on projects and carrying out statistical analysis.

Skills

• Marine Archaeology degree or equivalent
• Previous experience within a research role is desirable but not essential
• An eye for detail and the ability to complete projects and keep to deadlines

ProMare has established a travel grant in 2012 to be available for preferably undergraduate archaeology students to enable their travel to take part in fieldwork of their choice. Strong emphasis is placed on the area of interest of the candidates, and is very much related to maritime archaeology. Detailed information about the grant, established in memory of EL Will, can be found on the web page:

http://www.promare.org/elizabeth-lyding-will

We would like to inform the potential candidates for the grant.

Ayse Devrim Atauz
ProMare Inc., President
4 Water Street PO Box 450
Chester, CT 06412 USA
www.promare.org

1) Coordinator of Maritime Education and Museum programs, Texas Seaport Museum, Open until Filled

Develops state of the art maritime education programs and tourist services for museum visitors that promote the tall ship ELISSA (1877), the Texas Seaport Museum, 1937 shrimper Santa Maria, and Seagull II. Enhances existing marine biology programs. Works with TSM staff and volunteers to plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate all educational and public programs at TSM, particularly group school tours and overnight programs. Identifies and develops special events to maximize use of TSM assets. Coordinates site rentals for the facility and vessels. Assists TSM management in financial management and administration of educational programs and special events.

2) Winter/Spring 2013 Intern, Lowell’s Boat Shop

3) Fellowship, Acoustic Imaging Techniques Applied to the Characterization of Marine Archaeological Findings, closes 1/16/13

Please click on website for more details for the In-Situ Conservation Field School in April 2013. This course is open to non-Flinders students and is the cost of 4.5 units of post-graduate tuition.

This 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 the storage and display of conserved artefacts. It is designed to provide students with a general theoretical and practical background to archaeological conservation for both marine and terrestrial environments. It should also equip archaeologists with the appropriate conservation knowledge and skills necessary for the effective management of submerged cultural heritage.

 http://www.flinders.edu.au/ehl/archaeology/fieldwork/field-schools/conservation-field-school/conservation-field-school_home.cfm

1) Maritime Heritage Specialist, Hull Lifesaving Museum, closes 30 January

The Maritime Heritage Specialist will interpret the museum’s historic Point Allerton US Lifesaving Station’s history, and our broader maritime heritage through exhibits, education, and public outreach.

2) Park Ranger, Interpretation, New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, closes 8 January

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