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Fugro GeoServices, Inc.

Fugro GeoServices, Inc., (FGSI), provides high resolution marine geophysical survey services from our offices in Houston, Texas, Lafayette, Louisiana and Anchorage, Alaska. With a fleet of dedicated site-survey vessels, a 3,000m/10,000ft depth rated AUV and equipment pool, FGSI acquires data and provides information for the identification of general seabed conditions and potential marine geohazards for site and route surveys, and related consulting and permitting services.

FGSI’s data processing and reporting staff specializes in the investigation of the seabed and shallow marine geology that is the basis for MMS permitting, drilling hazard analysis, pipeline/cable routes and inspection surveys. We can also provide access to and integrate with the whole spectrum of services offered by Fugro including metocean, exploration, geotechnics, permitting and high precision positioning.
Geoscience Staff
position

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Interpretation of side scan sonar, magnetometer, sub-bottom profiler, and bathymetry data; preparation of maps and reports for assessment of marine geological/archaeological conditions.
 
·         Primarily office-based position, however fieldwork opportunities can be expected.
 
position requirements
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Graduate degree in archaeology, anthropology, or closely related field; at least one year of fulltime professional experience in prehistoric and shipwreck archaeology.
 
·        Have demonstrated ability to carry research to completion.
·        Must have excellent writing, presentation & oral communication skills; be proficient in interpretative workstation usage.
·        Ability to pass full complete physical exam
·        Have current driver’s license with acceptable motor vehicle record.
 
Note: US citizen or permanent resident
EEO/M/F/D/V

Rapidly growing Oil and Gas Geosciences Services Company is seeking a Marine Archaeologist with expertise in US offshore archaeology.  

Applicants should have a good understanding of seafloor marine archaeology with particular expertise in identifying archaeological finds of historical significance, including those in deepwater arenas.  Duties will include monitoring offshore archaeological surveys on-board survey vessels uniquely equipped with high-resolution 3D imaging technologies and interpreting the findings of such surveys based on experience.  Applicants must be qualified under Federal regulation 36 CFR Part 61.  Applicants must have excellent communication skills and be able to document and effectively communicate with onsite and onshore personnel.
MA/MS degree in Anthropology/Archaeology or related field.
Deepwater expertise preferred.
5+ years experience in offshore archaeological activities.

*NAS Conference 2011 *

The NAS is pleased to announce it will be holding it’s Annual Conference in Portsmouth, UK from 4-6 November 2011. This year’s programme features a variety of international speakers and will provide an opportunity to discuss research, exchange ideas, and network with friends and colleagues from the UK and abroad.

For more information:
http://www.nauticalarchaeologysociety.org/news/conference2011.php

*Call for Posters *

Poster presentations of current projects and research will be displayed in the Main Exhibition Space throughout the Conference day on 5 November 2011. Poster exhibition is open to NAS members only, however Student membership is currently free for up to one year with online memberships starting at just £18.

For more information:
http://www.nauticalarchaeologysociety.org/membership.php

Poster proposals including: Name of author(s), Title, and an Abstract of maximum 200 words should be emailed to nas@nauticalarchaeologysociety.org by 4 September 2011. Successful applicants will be notified approx. 2 weeks
following the deadline. Poster dimensions should be A1 (vertical if possible).

For more information: contact Courtney Nimura at
nas@nauticalarchaeologysociety.org

We look forward to seeing you in Portsmouth this year.

Courtney Nimura, MFA, MA
PhD Candidate, University of Reading
Executive Committee, Nautical Archaeology Society

1) Physical Geography, University College Cork, closes 1 July

Consideration will be given to applicants from any major specialism within Physical Geography, although preference will be given to those with expertise in applied, environmental management themes and/or those working in coastal and marine areas.

2) Maritime Center Specialist II (Battleship Wisconsin), ncd

URS, Apply Today.

Successful candidate will have demonstrated skills in the successful execution of underwater archaeology and marine remote sensing projects. Must have supervisory experience on all phases of archaeological projects, as well as skills in personnel and project management. Must have excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication, data organization, attention to detail, and logistics coordination skills. Writing sample may be required. Must be able to travel domestically and internationally.

Conservator, Newport Medieval Ship Project, closes June 17.

The Museums & Heritage Service is looking for a Conservator who has the confidence to meet the challenge this opportunity presents. You will have experience of working with wet archaeological finds, preferably with experience of treating water logged wood. However, we also see this as a development post, giving the right person the opportunity to develop their skills as the project progresses.

Civilization Media is now accepting bids for an experienced Site Recorder 4 User. The project should take about 40 hours and will be spread, ideally over two weeks, but terms can be negotiated. We are developing instructional material for the program, so a good working knowledge of the program is a must. Please submit CV and bid at http://www.civilizationmedia.org/contact-us.html. No phone calls please unless for other reasons.

Matthew P. Dames, MSc
Entrepreneur – Maritime Archaeologist – Producer
Civilization Media, LLC – “Promoting Heritage Education
and Scientific Research Through Social Enterprise”
New York • Philadelphia • London • San Deigo
US 347.352.0109 | UK 020.3286.0926
www.CivilizationMedia.org

Site Recorder 4 is a versatile and fully integrated Geographic Information System (GIS) and Information Management System (IMS) designed for use in maritime archaeology as well as freshwater and intertidal archaeology.  Site Recorder 4 is powerful, practical and easy to use.  The program has been designed by archaeologists for archaeologists so you don’t need to be a GIS expert to use it.
Site Recorder can manage thousands of finds, drawings, dive logs, photographs, video clips, documents and geophysics data – all the information relating to a project.  Items can be linked together allowing quick and easy retrieval for analysis and interpretation.
Site Recorder has been specifically designed for mapping shipwreck sites underwater and on land, for collecting information during fieldwork, as a finds database and for making archaeological site plans. Many separate programs previously used for data collection can be replaced by this one simple but fully-featured GIS.

There are still places available for the Flinders University-Western Australian Museum Conservation Field School (ARCH8802), September 19-23, 2011 held in Adelaide, South Australia.

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 participants 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.  It involves classroom and field participation and does NOT require SCUBA certification.

The course is open to non-Flinders student for the cost of tuition. Credit for the course may be applied to home universities. This is a great opportunity for staff development training for current practicing professionals. For more details and to apply to the field school please see:
http://www.flinders.edu.au/ehl/archaeology/fieldwork/field-schools/conservation-field-school/

Any questions, just email Jennifer.McKinnon@flinders.edu.au

Jennifer McKinnon, PhD
Lecturer in Maritime Archaeology
Department of Archaeology
Flinders University
GPO Box 2100
Adelaide, South Australia 5001
Ph +61 8 8201 5875
Fx +61 8 8201 2784
jennifer.mckinnon@flinders.edu.au
www.flinders.edu.au

The American Academy of Underwater Sciences awards two scholarships to graduate students engaged in, or planning to begin, a research project in which diving is or will be used as a principal research tool or studying diving science.

The Kevin Gurr Scholarship awards $2,500.00 to a Masters program student.

The Kathy Johnston Scholarship awards $2,500.00 to a Ph.D. candidate.

Closes June 30, Apply Today.

Flinders University – Vice-Chancellor’s Postdoctoral Research Fellowships
The Flinders University Vice Chancellor’s Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Scheme is a new initiative to build the University’s research and to support outstanding early career researchers seeking to commence an academic/research career. The scheme focuses on outstanding early career researchers who would normally be within 5 working years since completing their Doctoral qualification. This will be a highly competitive scheme and applicants are expected to have a strong track record relative to opportunity. A start-up grant, to be negotiated, may be provided to successful applicants. Fellowships are expected to be aligned with the University’s areas of identified research strength.

Number available: 4

Duration: 3 years with possibility for 4 year appointment with a teaching component

Value: Salary (Level A/B): $57 693 to $87 836 pa (full-time) plus 17% employer superannuation
Further information: http://www.flinders.edu.au/research/vc-postdoctoral-fellowships/vc-postdoctoral-fellowships.cfm

Please Contact:

Jennifer McKinnon, PhD
Lecturer in Maritime Archaeology
Department of Archaeology
Flinders University
GPO Box 2100
Adelaide, South Australia 5001
Ph +61 8 8201 5875
Fx +61 8 8201 2784
jennifer.mckinnon@flinders.edu.au
www.flinders.edu.au

1) Ship Conservation Assistant, Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, closes June 2

2) Senior VP of Education and Interpretation, Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, ncd

Historic Ship Preservation and Ship Master, National Park Service, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, closes June 7.

1) AHRC Collaborative Doctoral Award, University of Edinburgh, closes June 15

Empire and Useful Knowledge: Mapping and Charting the British Atlantic World, 160-1720 in partnership with the National Maritime Museum.

2) AHRC Collaborative Doctoral Award, Kingston University and the National Maritime Museum, closes June 6

This project supports the work of one doctoral student to investigate the archives of the shipping company, the Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company (renamed P&O in 1840), and its subsidiary companies, during the period of its operation. The main focus of the research project is to analyse how P&O used artists and designers to represent its corporate mission and identity.

1) Two Post Doc Research Fellowships at Mote Marine Laboratory, closes June 29

Recent Ph.D. graduates and others with prior postdoctoral experience are invited to apply. Applications from any field of marine science including engineering, social science and policy will be considered.

2) University of York, 2 positions, close 15 June

a)This post is in coastal prehistory with particular reference to coastal shell middens. We are looking for individuals with a PhD or equivalent in a relevant field of knowledge, and experience of archaeological field survey and excavation.

b) The project is concerned with landscape reconstruction in the early time ranges of human dispersal in relation to tectonically active and coastal regions, with a focus on the Arabian sector of the southern Red Sea.

1) Education Manager, SS Great Britain trust, closes June 1

2) Interpretation Manager, SS Great Britain Trust, closes June 1

3) Lifelong Learning Officer, Chatham Historic Dockyard trust, closes June 10

4) Exhibition Designer, Australian National Maritime Museum, ncd

5) Grant Writer, New Bedford Whaling Museum

The New Bedford Whaling Museum seeks an experienced grant writer to identify and  pursue opportunities for foundation and corporate funding.  Responsible for writing and editing high-quality and compelling proposals in support of a broad range of program, project, and capital initiatives.  Includes responsibility for grants administration, reporting, budget preparation, and all phases of proposal development.  Requires exceptional expository writing skills as well as excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues. Raiser’s Edge experience preferred.  Please submit letter of interest, resume, and salary requirements to: New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill New Bedford, MA  02740, or email mcoleman@whalingmuseum.org

6) Manager of Interpretation & Visitor Services, USS Constitution

The Manager of Interpretation & Visitor Services develops, implements, and evaluates interpretive programs and visitor services offered by the USS Constitution Museum to over 300,000 visitors annually. S/he shares the responsibility of leading a team of staff members, interns, and volunteers within the Museum Learning Department to provide the highest level of customer service and to facilitate hands-on, minds-on interpretive programs. S/he creatively develops interpretive programs based on key themes in USS Constitution’s history (focused largely on the War of 1812 time period) for audiences of all ages, backgrounds, learning styles and abilities. S/he is an integral part of the department’s collaborative management team and actively participates on Museum-wide committees and projects. S/he is also responsible for a number of administrative tasks including coordinating staffing schedules, maintaining visitation statistics, and budgeting. S/he reports directly to the Director of Collections & Learning. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and 2-5 years of experience in education, customer service, or management required. Master’s degree and/or prior museum experience preferred. Ability to commit to a Sunday – Thursday work week. Additional qualifications required. For full details, visit http://www.ussconstitutionmuseum.org/get_involved/employment.htm. To Apply: Send a letter describing your interest in and unique qualifications for this position, a resume, and a salary history to the search committee by e-mail (amaksy@ussconstitutionmuseum.org), fax (617-242-0496), or mail (PO Box 291812, Boston, MA 02129). Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. EOE.

7) 6 openings at the National Maritime Museum

) Several openings at the San Francisco National Maritime Park

College Internship Program

LAMP and the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Museum, Inc. have created an internship program for undergraduate and graduate students interested in maritime history and underwater archaeology. Over the past seven years, LAMP has sponsored undergraduate and graduate students from University of North Florida, Flagler College, University of Florida, University of West Florida, State University of New York, UCLA and other colleges from across the U.S. The opportunity for college students to work side-by-side with professional archaeologists, archaeological conservators and museum and educational specialists is a valuable one that can lead to a career in any of these exciting fields. At the same time, the participation of these students is vital for LAMP, as they provide the hard work and enthusiasm that is necessary to carry out our mission of research and education. Depending on student interests and experience, interns may choose to work in the laboratory conserving artifacts, drafting or conducting archaeological analysis. Or they might join LAMP’s scientific diving team and assist archaeologists as they conduct archaeology underwater. Non-diving participants can still assist in fieldwork by serving as surface support for divers, sorting through screens during excavation or by operating remote sensing equipment during the search for undiscovered sites. Internships focusing on educational activities or museum management and exhibit design are also available.

For more info: http://www.staugustinelighthouse.com/LAMP/On_the_Job_Training/College_Internship_Program

1) Two AHRC Collaborative Doctoral Award PhD Studentships, University of Bristol, SS Great Britain 1843 to Present, closes 13 June.

2) Boatbuilding Program Director, Rocking the Boat, closes 1 June

3) Hydrographic Data Processor, TerraSond Ltd., Houston, TX

4) Nauticus Maritime Center Specialist II (eduction), open until filled

Archaeologist III, Maritime Archaeologist, State of Florida. Previous Applicants must reapply. Closes May 11.

Civilization Media, LLC is looking for talented writers who are familiar with various active maritime projects in the US and at an international level. We are currently reviewing proposals for multiple projects.

Specifically we are looking for outstanding projects and outstanding archaeological writers to literate the work being done in the field and in the lab. The manuscripts will be targeted to a general audience. Specific demographic are well-educated professionals.

Compensation is based on the client and the scale of their project (web media to broadcast).  For short article we pay $50 for a 400-500 news article, and for broadcast writer the terms are negotiable. This will be repetitive work if you so wish. Please submit all inquiries on CivilizationMedia.org.

For short articles please submit a Title, with a 2-3 sentence blurb and the commission will be sent out based on this.

Matthew P. Dames, MSc
Entrepreneur – Maritime Archaeologist – Producer
Civilization Media, LLC – “Promoting Heritage Education
and Scientific Research Through Social Enterprise”
New York • Philadelphia • London
www.CivilizationMedia.org

1) Marine Data Projects Manager, RCAHMS, closes May 23

2) Business Coordinator, Institute of Nautical Archaeology, open until filled

3) Curatorial Assistant, Marine Museum of the Great Lakes, closes May 20

4) Coastal Landscape Adaptation Coordinator, 4 Positions, National Park Service

1, 2, 3, 4

Degree in geography or related physical or social science such as geology, meteorology, economics, statistics, sociology, anthropology, political science, history, cartography, computer science, urban studies, or planning that included at least 24 semester hours in geography or related fields: OR (B) Combination of education and experience – courses equivalent to a major in geography, or a related field that included at least 24 semester hours in geography or related fields, as shown in A, plus appropriate experience or additional education.