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Project Director, Florida Public Archaeology Network, Florida Gulf Coast University, closes 2/20/2011.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong skills in terrestrial archaeology: excavation and cultural resource management. Knowledge of underwater archaeology, maritime/coastal archaeology, environmental archaeology, and material culture replication. Ability to communicate effectively with public and professional audiences; and to interact effectively with the public, civic groups, and government agencies. Ability to work independently in order to meet the diverse needs of this position; adjust priorities quickly; and deal effectively with a wide range of archaeological resources and situations. Knowledge of both prehistoric and historical archaeology.

ADMAT Maritime Archaeological Project/Volunteer Program in the Dominican Republic, June 4-July 30, 2011

Apply before March 31, 2011

Teaching Collection Intern (Unpaid)
The USS Constitution Museum seeks a Teaching Collection Intern (unpaid) to assist in the management and care of roughly 300 period objects, props, images, and reproduction uniforms actively used to provide up-close, hands-on opportunities during interpretive and educational programs. By managing the digital inventory of collection pieces and organizing the physical storage and care for pieces, the Teaching Collection Intern ensures the pieces can be integrated into current and future programs. Responsibilities: Convert inventory reports from Microsoft Word documents to searchable database. Update records to include descriptions, themes, photographs and condition. Research, write and/or edit descriptions on individual pieces in consultation with Curatorial Department. Photograph collection, as needed. Organize physical collection storage areas. Conduct informative sessions on the collection and using the catalog system. Suggest ways to incorporate collection into new and existing programs. Please note: This is an unpaid position. Academic Credit may be available. Required Qualifications: Knowledge of Microsoft Office 2007 and 2003 for Windows, specifically Access, Excel, Outlook and Word. Proven ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently on assignments. Strong writing, editing and researching skills. Strong verbal communication skills. Proven ability to collaborate with co-workers and actively participate in team projects. Interest in naval history, especially the War of 1812. Preferred: Knowledge of Filemaker Pro 8. Prior experience cataloging collections and/or developing interpretive programs in a museum setting. Submit a letter of interest, resume and references to Adriana Maksy, Museum Learning Coordinator at amaksy@ussconstitutionmuseum.org, 617-242-0496 (fax) or PO Box 291812, Boston, MA 02129.

Educational Programming Intern (Unpaid)
The USS Constitution Museum is seeking an Educational Programming Intern (unpaid) to assist in the development, prototyping, and delivery of educational programming. The Museum serves as the memory and educational voice of USS CONSTITUTION, by collecting, preserving, and interpreting the stories of “Old Ironsides” and the people associated with her. Interns work under the supervision of the Outreach Learning Coordinator. Training will be provided. Intern Duties are researching school program offerings at other museums; assisting in the revamping of existing educational programming and developing new programming that aligns with the goals and objectives of the Museum as well as those of the Massachusetts State Curriculum standards and National Core Curriculum standards; participating in teacher focus group meetings intended to provide the Museum with feedback on new programming; delivering educational programming in the galleries to museum visitors and school children; prototyping new programming ideas with school children in the galleries; assisting with and understanding school program scheduling procedures; and other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Enthusiastic and friendly; Interested in history and learning more about USS CONSTITUTION; Dependable and trustworthy; Excellent spoken and written communication skills; Current enrollment in museum studies, education, and history programs preferred; Experience teaching in a variety of settings; 18 + years of age. Interested individuals should send letter of interest, resume, and references to Rebecca Crawford, Outreach Learning Coordinator at rcrawford@ussconstitutionmuseum.org or PO Box 291812, Boston, MA 02129. This is an unpaid internship opportunity. Academic credit may be available. For more information, please call 617-426-1812 x131.

1) Heritage Boatyard Trainees, National Waterways Museum, closes January 28

2) Executive Director, Rosie the Riveter Trust, closes February 14

3) HAER Maritime Documentation Internship, closes February 4

4) Hydrographic Survey/Marine Survey Positions

New Researchers in Maritime History Conference 2011 Hull, UK, 11-12 March 2011

This annual conference offers an opportunity for those in the early stages of their research projects to present their plans and early findings to a supportive audience of maritime historians, taking a broad and interdisciplinary definition of maritime history.

The next New Researchers Conference will be held in Hull, UK, on 11-12 March 2011. Details of the programme, registration, accommodation and venues are provided on the website of the British Commission for Maritime History at the following address:

http://maritimehistory.org.uk/new-researchers.htm

Conference enquiries should be directed to:

Josephine Affleck
Maritime Historical Studies Centre
University of Hull
6 High Street
Hull HU1 1HA
Tel: 01482 305110
j.affleck@hull.ac.uk<mailto:j.affleck@hull.ac.uk>

Coordinator/Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez

Employment Type:  Full Time

Base Pay: $14.91 per hour

Education:  BA/BS in a related degree

Experience:  Must have one to three years of related experience

Must possess knowledge of local, state and/or national maritime history. Must be punctual; regular attendance is required. Must be computer literate which includes, but is not limited to, proficiency in a Microsoft Windows environment and Microsoft Word & Outlook. Must be able to operate general office equipment. Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills and be able to work as part of a team and foster a positive work environment. Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license

This position includes, but is not limited to, coordinating and promoting activities at the Florida Gulf Coast Maritime Museum at Cortez, participating in the preservation and restoration of buildings and artifacts identified as critical to the museum’s mission by the Deputy Director of Public Relations and Historical Resources, performing general office and museum duties, helping organize and coordinate special events, providing administrative assistance to the Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage (F.I.S.H) and the Cortez Village Historical Society (CVHS) in fulfilling their mission statements, assisting Deputy Director and Director with other related duties as assigned and performing other duties as deemed necessary by the Clerk for the operation of the museum and continuation of service.

Employment Applications on line at www.manateeclerk.com

Metals Conservation Intern, National Maritime Museum, closes 23 January

Thanks for a great 2010. The year end post.

This site is free and is maintaned by me as a service to everybody.  If you read this site, you owe me a beer or 2 at SHA. We’ll see you in Austin on Wednesday.

JMB

Royal Naval Museum
Subject Specialist in Modern Naval History

In September 2010 the National Museum of the Royal Navy in Portsmouth was awarded a Stage 1 pass by the Heritage Lottery Fund for its project – ‘Telling the Story of the Royal Navy and its People in the 20th and 21st Centuries’. The Museum now wishes to appoint a subject specialist in Modern Naval History to play a key role as it develops its exhibitions and programmes for this new gallery development due to open in early 2014. This will be a joint appointment with the University of Portsmouth and the postholder will spend 0.3 of the post working with the School of Social, Historical and Literary Studies (SSHLS) on a variety of research and teaching projects.

Download more information about the post and an application form here.
For an informal discussion from 4th January, please contact Matthew Sheldon on 023 9272 7577 or e-mail matthew.sheldon@nmrn.org.uk

Closing date for applications is 14th January 2011.

If you have not heard from the Museum by 28th January 2011, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.  The Museum is an equal rights employer.

Chief of Interpretation and Education, New Bedford Whaling National Historic Park, closes January 4th.

1) Maritime center specialist II (Education), Nauticus, ncd

2) University of Exeter AHRC Masters Awards in Maritime History and Naval History

Doctoral Award in Maritime History

International Students Doctoral Award in Maritime History

Maritime Archaeology Doctoral Award*****************

All awards closes 11 February

3) Research associate in marine geophysics, University of Ulster, closes 7 January

4) Historian, Naval Special Warfare Command, closes 3 January

The theme today is marine survey work, learn marine survey and be a better, more well rounded archaeologist. Don’t complain about not being able to find a job. Nobody wants to hear it.  

1) Project Manager-Marine Site Investigation & Surveys, ncd

2) Marine Geophysics, Nanyang Technological University, ncd

Find marine survey, marine geophysical and hydrographic survey jobs here (bookmark this site and check back often): http://www.thsoa.org/pg_employment.htm

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The University of Miami is committed to educating and nurturing students, creating knowledge, and providing service to our community and beyond. We are leaders in the area of education, scholarship, intercollegiate athletics and service. Come join our team!

The Division of Marine Affairs and Policy seeks an individual with a Ph.D in anthropology and at least 10 years extensive work experience in studying human-environment relations, using multiple methods, including remote sensing, qualitative and quantitative methods. Excellent verbal and written skills and demonstrated ability to secure extramural funds. Duties include developing an interdisciplinary research and PhD program involving multiple disciplines. This position is expected to collaborate with other RSMAS and UM-wide faculty in developing a solid research program (see Web site for list of research interests: http://www.rsmas.miami.edu/research/). Position #041997.  Salary: Competitive. DO NOT APPLY ONLINE. Send CV, names and addresses of three references, a sample of scholarly writing, and a concise statement of research interests to: Search Committee, Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, Division of Marine Affairs and Policy, University of Miami, 4600 Rickenbacker CSWY, Miami, FL 33149-1098.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental benefits, tuition remission, vacation, paid holidays and much more. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Curator, Vancouver Maritime Museum, closes 16 January.

Marine Archaeology:

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences at the American University of Beirut seeks an established scholar of prominent standing in his/her field of specialization for visiting appointment to the Alfred H. Howell Endowed Chair in History and Archaeology.

In History, the applicant will be a recognized senior academic specializing either in classical Islamic history or in the modern history of the Middle East in such areas, for example, as legal history and jurisprudence or in socio-economic, intellectual and cultural studies.

In Archaeology, the applicant will be an acknowledged senior academic specializing in areas not currently covered by the department, including Egyptology, the archaeology of Mesopotamia and/ or Iran, the archaeology of pre-Islamic Arabia and the Gulf, Islamic, environmental or marine archaeology. Applicants who have experience in teaching archaeological methodology and theory are particularly welcome.
In addition to the normal functions associated with the occupancy of a Chair at AUB, candidates are expected to teach two undergraduate or graduate courses per semester, supervise student research and MA or, in the case of History, PhD theses. The language of instruction is English. The period of visiting appointment is one to two years. The appointment is to begin on September 15, 2011.

Charles W. Morgan 38th Voyage Program Coordinator:

Part-time (20 hrs/wk) grant-funded position. Duties include responsibility for diverse projects included in the 38th Voyage project such as coordinating three scholarly conferences (GREPMA, NEH, NOAA Whaling Heritage) working with internal scholar advisors, participating in fund-raising for education and history programs, assisting with development of curriculum related to the 38th Voyage. In addition, planning & attending regular project management meetings, preparing reports, presentations and being NEH planning grant manager.

Qualifications include B.A./B.S. in education, American History or a related field, excellent communication/organizational skills, proven success with project/event management , strong Internet and word processing ability with willingness to work some weekends, holidays and evenings. Applications considered until January 6, 2011. To apply, submit a Seaport application, resume, letter of interest and contact information for three references to: Mystic Seaport Museum, P. O. Box 6000, Mystic, CT 06355, Attn: H. R.

Wessex Archaeology invites applications for the following post:

Data Management Officer (Coastal & Marine)
(Salisbury)

Marine Geophysicists (Coastal and Marine)
(Salisbury and Edinburgh)

Wessex Archaeology has one of the largest teams specialising in coastal and marine archaeology in the UK with over 30 staff. We are currently conducting a range of exciting projects, and demand for our expertise is high. Our Coastal and Marine team is based at Wessex Archaeology’s offices in Salisbury and Edinburgh.

We are seeking to appoint a Data Management Officer to support the Coastal & Marine team and Marine Geophysicists for Salisbury and Edinburgh offices.

Applicants will be required to complete the Company application form and supply a supporting CV. Applications should be sent in by 12:00 noon Wednesday 5th January 2011.

Cemlyn Jones Studentship in Marine Archaeology, Bangor University, closes 22 December.

Last chance, job closes December 10th. Maritime Archaeologist (Senior Project Officer), Headland Archaeology Ltd.

Coriolis: The International Journal of Maritime Studies, has announced a cash prize of $1,000 for the best scholarly article it publishes. 

The Gerald E. Morris Prize is named after the late Gerald E. Morris, former Library Director at the G.W. Blunt White Library at Mystic Seaport.  He established a prize article contest in 1980 to encourage research and publication in the field of American Maritime History. Now expanded to include international maritime studies, the principle aim of this prize is to engender interest in maritime scholarship, and make it available to a diverse audience.  Coriolis is especially pleased to be able to honor the memory of Morris and excited to work with the Fellows of the G.W. White Blunt Library to promote an active scholarly interest in maritime heritage.  A committee of Fellows of the Library will choose the winning article from submissions to Coriolis each year, and award the author the $1,000 prize.

For the purposes of the prize, articles must adhere to the Author Guidelines as outlined for Coriolis.

The winner will be announced June 1 of each year for articles submitted in the previous year.  Coriolis is actively soliciting scholarly submissions for publications.  For further information, please see the Coriolis website at http://ijms.nmdl.org/index, or contact paul.opecko@mysticseaport.org.