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STUDY MARITIME ARCHAEOLOGY IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE / GRADUATE DIPLOMA / MASTERS APPLIED MARITIME ARCHAEOLOGY
(BY THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA AND THE WESTERN AUSTRALIAN MUSEUM)
These postgraduate degrees are taught every 2 to 3 years in Perth, Australia.  The program aims to provide the specialist practical skills and knowledge in maritime archaeology, or to lead students to higher-degree research in the field of maritime archaeology.  The courses are taught by expert archaeologists and museum staff (maritime archaeologists, conservators, museum curators, historians, boat builders) at both the University of Western Australia and the Western Australian Museum as well as industry experts in geophysics, remote sensing, and marine studies.  Our focus is very much ‘hands–on’ as well as providing a supportive and stimulating academic environment.  Enrolments are limited.

Applicants are normally expected to possess a bachelor’s degree in archaeology or a related discipline.  If applicants are to dive then qualifications are required.  More information on the program structure can be found on: http://www.archaeology.arts.uwa.edu.au/for/future/postgrad (bottom of page).  See also, http://www.museum.wa.gov.au/collections/maritime/march/uwa-gradprog.asp.
PROGRAM COORDINATORS

Dr. Alistair Paterson, Associate Professor
Dr. Wendy van Duivenvoorde, Adjunct Lecturer / Assistant Curator
Corioli Souter, Adjunct Lecturer / Curator
CONTACTS for timetable and further information

Faculty Student Office 
(Tel) +61 8 6488 2091 
(E–mail) arts.faculty@uwa.edu.au

Dianne Anstey, Administrative Officer, Archaeology
(Tel) +61 8 6488 2868
(E–mail) dianne.anstey@uwa.edu.au

The distance learning program at the Oceanographic Center of Nova Southeastern University is excited to announce a new online 3-credit graduate course, Archaeological Oceanography: Reefs and Wrecks.  

This course brings together the human history of exploration of the seas through navigation with ocean forces and features, most notably storms. When ships are lost-at-sea, and shoreline cities are submerged, human exploration and salvage interests are common. Legal battles are common. Elements of concern include stewardship of natural and cultural resource plus conservation and research of artifacts.

The course instructor, Dr. Clarice M. Yentsch, conducted national and international oceanographic research for 20 years and more recently has worked as a consultant with the American Museum of Natural History in NYC, the Smithsonian Institution National Museum of Natural History in Washington D.C. and was Curator of Education at the Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Museum in Key West from 2002 to 2008.

She is presently working with the Museum of Art in Fort Lauderdale, now a part of Nova Southeastern University. She is a research scientist and adjunct professor at the Oceanographic Center with a keen interest in underwater archaeology.

Archaeological Oceanography: Reefs and Wrecks will premier in the Fall 2 term of study (October 19th – December 11th, 2009).   Registration is now open.  The course may be taken as a stand-alone, or for credit towards either of two Graduate Certificates or the distance MS in Coastal Zone Management.  For more information, please visit our website at http://www.nova.edu/ocean/disted.html or contact us by email (oconline@nova.edu) or telephone (1 800 541 6682 Ext. 23621).

Julio Perez
Administrative Assistant

Distance Education Programs
Nova Southeastern University

Oceanographic Center
8000 North Ocean Drive

Dania Beach, FL 33004
http://www.nova.edu/ocean/disted.html
tel: 1-800-541-6682 Ext. 23621 (954-262-3621)
fax: 954 262 4020
Email: oconline@nova.edu
On AOL Instant Messenger as: oconline@nova.edu
On Windows Live Messenger as oconline@nova.edu

Office hrs: M-F 8:30am – 4:30pm eastern time

1) Museum Technician, Naval Museum of Quebec, closes October 9

2) Marine Anthropologist, The University of Greenwich, closes October 1

3) Vice President of Collections and Exhibitions, New Bedford Whaling Museum

As a key member of the senior management team, the VP Collections and Exhibitions is responsible for the Museum’s collection, exhibitions and presentations, plus research library management. Oversees a staff of 6 FTEs, plus a number of volunteers and apprentices. Assumes primary responsibility for the planning, development, supervision, and installation of the Museum’s exhibitions both on location, off-site and on-line.  Assumes primary responsibility for the development, management, and care of the art and history collections and develop strategies, in adherence to the museum policies, to strengthen the Museum’s collection by identifying appropriate acquisitions and de-accessions; and providing assistance to the President in identifying funding sources and donors. Works with the Museum Conservator in the planning, direction, and execution of preservation and conservation activities to ensure the Museum’s continued reputation as a world-class whaling, maritime, and regional history museum. Oversight of the Museum’s research library and scholarly activities will also be a primary focus, responsible for ensuring that the integrity of the Museum’s exhibition publications and catalogues is sustained and enhanced. Please contact on a confidential basis:  Kristen Sniezek, V.P. Administration New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA 02740 Email: ksniezek@whalingmuseum.org.

1) Historical Coordinator, Devonport Maritime Museum, Hobart

2) Director, Scottish Maritime Museum, closes 26 September

3) Research Internship
The USS Constitution Museum is seeking volunteers or interns interested in carrying out small-scale research projects in the fall and/or spring of 2009-2010.  Working closely with the Museum’s collections, the interns will perform in-depth research into one class of artifact related to the War of 1812.  These will include, but are not limited to, ceramics and glass, navigational instruments, medical instruments, chests, carpenter’s tools, sail maker’s tools, and presentation pieces.  Applicants should have strong writing skills and some familiarity with period material culture.  Schedule is flexible, but a minimum of 8 hours per week is preferred; may be done for credit (at the discretion of the intern’s educational institution); these internships are unpaid.  Send letter of interest (please specify availability), resume, and writing sample to Research Coordinator, USS Constitution Museum, P.O. Box 1812, Charlestown, MA, 02129 or email mbrenckle@ussconstitutionmuseum.org.

Coastal Carolina is advertising for two tenure-track assistant professor positions (http://jobs.coastal.edu) [search jobs, choose History Department to see all 4 jobs advertised in the department including a maritime history student assistantship] in the new Center for Archaeology and Anthropology. Maritime-focused applicants with the necessary qualifications as noted in the ads would be very welcome. I am the contact person for questions about either position. 

Dr. Cheryl Ward
Director, Center for Archaeology and Anthropology
Associate Professor of History & Maritime Archaeologist
Coastal Carolina University

cward@coastal.edu

 

1) Archaeologist II, South Carolina Underwater Archaeology Program, open until filled (search Archaeologist II)

Under the general supervision of the State Underwater Archaeologist (SUA), and acting in accordance with the South Carolina Underwater Antiquities Act of 1991 (amended 2001), the employee will manage the day-to-day administration, planning, and direction of the South Carolina Sport Diver Archaeology Management Program (SDAMP). The employee will also manage the Maritime Research Division’s (MRD’s) Charleston Field Office, and perform as principal and co-principal investigator on Division projects as designated by the SUA.

Alternate links, 1, 2, 3  

2) Outreach Coordinator, Florida Public Archaeology Network

Florida Atlantic University, Department of Anthropology, seeks an
Outreach Coordinator who will be responsible for outreach efforts for
the Southeast Region of the Florida Public Archaeology Network
(www.flpublicarchaeology.org).   Applications from individuals trained
in public archaeology and/or underwater archaeology are encouraged.
Will assist in development and delivery of outreach programs for diverse
populations and collaborative relationships with organizations in SE
Florida.  There is extensive travel in the 4 counties of SE Florida –
Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach. Bachelors degree required,
Master’s preferred. A minimum of 2 years experience is required in
public archaeology, public outreach, education, or heritage tourism.
Event publicity and public relations skills are highly desirable.  Visit
https://jobs.fau.edu for complete position description and to apply.
(Position 980313).  For accommodations call 561-297-3058. EO/EA

1) Hydrographic survey technician, ncd, US Great Lakes

2) Collections Manager, The Waterways Museum, closes Sept 7

3) Museum Curator/Administrator:

The Egan Maritime Institute, a private operating foundation on Nantucket, MA, seeks a curator/senior administrator. Egan Maritime has an extensive collection of contemporary maritime art and artifacts as well as a strong nineteenth century collection of lifesaving artifacts: boats, life-carts, photographs, textiles and art at its Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum. Typical functions include managing all aspects of these two collections; planning and executing two seasonal exhibitions in the institute’s galleries; oversight of the two museums and supervising the work of the director of education. Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s preferred, in art and/or maritime history/museum studies or a related field, with a minimum of five years experience in collections/registration or equivalent combination of education/experience, as well as management experience. Effective written, interpersonal and verbal communication skills are essential. Application should be made in writing to Egan Maritime Institute, 4 Winter Street, Nantucket, MA 02554 or by emailing a letter of application and resume to egan@eganmaritime.org. September 16 is the closing date. The foundation is an EOE/AA.

4) Underwater archaeology course in the Med, November 1-14, Ecomuseum of the Capre of Cavalleria, apply today. Alternate link.

Back to School, Summer’s over!

Historic Interpreter/Educator, NC Maritime Museum at Southport, closes September 8

Associate Museum Curator/Collections Manager, NC Maritime Museum, closes September 8

Multiple jobs at the Australian National Maritime Museum, closes 28 August

Multiple jobs at the National Maritime Museum

Department of Premier and Cabinet (History Trust of South Australia  – Maritime Museum)

PO1 Curator

(Temporary up to 9 months) (Advt) ($46566.00/59871.00) Vacancy No. T5391/2009

Duties: The Curator is appointed as a curator of the History Trust of South Australia and is assigned initially to the South Australian Maritime Museum.  The Curator is accountable to the Director and is supervised by the Senior Curator in completing projects for the management of the Museum’s curatorial and registration functions. Those functions include producing public programs, managing the Museum’s collection, answering public inquiries and researching South Australian maritime history.

Essential Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree with a major in History of related discipline.

Special Conditions: Physical work will be required in installing exhibitions and in storing and handling the Museum’s collection. Located in Port Adelaide but may be reassigned to other areas of the History Trust to perform similar work, appropriate to the classification, on either a temporary or a permanent basis. Some out of hours work may be required. Some intra/interstate travel may be required. A South Australian current driver’s licence is essential. The Agency is a smoke free workplace.

Location: Adelaide CBD

Award: Public Sector Salaried Employees Interim Award
Eligibility: Non-Public Sector Employees May Apply
Department: Premier and Cabinet (History Trust of South Australia  – Maritime Museum)

Enquiries to: Kevin Jones, Director, Maritime Museum, telephone 8207 6260, email kjones@history.sa.gov.au

Applications to: Joylyne Teh, HR Officer, History Trust, GPO Box 1836, Adelaide, 5001, telephone 8203 9858, email jteh@history.sa.gov.au

Note: Applicants are asked to submit a CV and 2 page cover letter. Please forward an original application plus three copies.

Closing Date: 28 Aug 2009

Downloads:
Position Description:
http://vacancies.sa.gov.au/novfiles/vacancyattachments/69883/PO-1-Curator_June%2009.doc

Application Guidelines:
http://vacancies.sa.gov.au/novfiles/vacancyattachments/69883/Application%20Guidelines%20Oct%2008.pdf
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Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary has two AmeriCorps Member positions now available.  The one year placements would begin October 1 and work with the education and outreach team here at the sanctuary in Alpena, Michigan. 

The job postings can be found thorough our AmeriCorps partner, Huron Pines:

 http://www.huronpines.org/project/65

 When looking at the job announcement page, the two positions at the sanctuary are Education and Outreach Specialist and Place-Based Education Coordinator.  Questions can be directed to myself at the below contact number and email.

 Cathy Green Education Coordinator Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary

500 W. Fletcher Street

Alpena, MI 49707

Phone 989-356-8805 ext.10

Fax 989-354-0144

www.thunderbay.noaa.gov

 

http://www.huronpines.org/project/65

1) Museum Technician (Senior Preparator), Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, closes August 25

2) Chief Executive Officer, Patriots Point Naval Museum, ncd

3) Tenure Track Assistant Professor, U.S. Military History, Texas Tech University

Texas Tech University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in pre-1900 U. S. military history to begin in August, 2010. The department is particularly interested in candidates with specializations in one or more of the following sub-fields, which complement or supplement the department’s existing strengths: the military in American society, naval history, peace and conflict studies, transnational and global comparative history. However, we encourage applications from all qualified candidates with a research specialization in pre-1900 U. S. military history, broadly conceived. The successful candidate will be expected to teach both halves of the U. S. history surveys, as well as advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in the candidate’s areas of expertise. The successful candidate must conduct research commensurate with the standards of a research-intensive university, and will be expected to offer appropriate service to the department, college, and university as needed. A strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching is also required. Ph.D. must be completed by the time of the appointment. Send letter of application, c.v., sample of scholarly work, and three letters of reference by November 1, 2009 to Chair, Gretchen Adams, Military History Search Committee, Dept. of History, Texas Tech University, Box 41013, Lubbock, TX 79409-1013. You can also apply online, attaching the required materials at http://jobs.texastech.edu. The university is an AA/EOE and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and members of underrepresented groups. The department is sensitive to the needs of dual-career couples.

4) Summer Intern, Hawaii Maritime Museum, ncd

5) Curatorial Assistant, Australian National Maritime Museum, closes August 28

6) Assistant Director, Houston Maritime Museum, Applications accepted from August 12 until position is filled

7) Marine Survey Manager, Fugro Pelagos, ncd

National Maritime Museum (UK) jobs listing

1) Junior Researcher, The International Fieldschool for Maritime Archaeology Flevoland, ncd (Information on the Fieldschool)

2) Vice President of Collections and Exhibitions, New Bedford Whaling Museum
As a key member of the senior management team, the VP Collections and Exhibitions is responsible for the Museum’s collection, exhibitions and presentations, plus research library management. Oversees a staff of 6 FTEs, plus a number of volunteers and apprentices. Assumes primary responsibility for the planning, development, supervision, and installation of the Museum’s exhibitions both on location, off-site and on-line.  Assumes primary responsibility for the development, management, and care of the art and history collections and develop strategies, in adherence to the museum policies, to strengthen the Museum’s collection by identifying appropriate acquisitions and de-accessions; and providing assistance to the President in identifying funding sources and donors. Works with the Museum Conservator in the planning, direction, and execution of preservation and conservation activities to ensure the Museum’s continued reputation as a world-class whaling, maritime, and regional history museum. Oversight of the Museum’s research library and scholarly activities will also be a primary focus, responsible for ensuring that the integrity of the Museum’s exhibition publications and catalogues is sustained and enhanced.

Please contact on a confidential basis:  Kristen Sniezek, V.P. Administration New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA 02740 Email: ksniezek@whalingmuseum.org.

3) Manager of Fleet Services, Australian National Maritime Museum, closes 14 August

WASHINGTON, July 23 — The U.S. Commerce Department’s National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration has four cooperative agreement opportunities for exploration and discovery of important maritime heritage sites.

The estimated total program funding available was cited as $400,000, although no specific amount for this award was indicated by the agency.

This funding opportunity is open to state, county, city, town, and Native American tribal governments; public, state and private institutions of higher education; nonprofits; for-profits; eligible agencies of the federal government; and non-domestic entities.

A grant notice from U.S. Commerce Department’s National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration states: “Proposals for exploration and discovery of significant maritime heritage sites are the priority. Submerged, previously sub-aerial, landscapes, shipwrecks, and other maritime cultural sites are typical focus subjects of the program. Proposals will emphasize the early phases of field archaeology: searching, locating, evaluating or inventorying sites.”

The funding opportunity number is NOAA-OAR-OER-2010-2002083 (CFDA 11.460). It was posted July 17 with an application closing date of Oct. 13.

We are searching for a marine archeologist to work in Ecuador, South America to be responsible for our project . We offer a salary and will cover travel expenses  as well as housing. See below for a description of our project.

 Regards,

 Hernando Velasquez

DUNUSI S.A.

 To whom it may concern,

 Our Ecuadorian company Dunusi S.A. has been searching for shipwrecks off the coast of Ecuador for the past five years with concessions granted by the Ecuadorian government. During this period of time we have been working off the Peninsula of Santa Helena close to the city of Salinas in the Pacific Ocean. We have done the historical studies in the archives of Seville (Spain), Lima (Peru), Bogota (Colombia) and Quito and Guayaquil in Ecuador regarding Spanish shipwrecks. We have information about the locations of these ships off the coast of Ecuador and have done sonar studies and other various surveys. Recently, the government of Ecuador has issued new regulations regarding the study of sunken ships, and they are now considered national heritage.   The regulations state that a marine archeologist should join the project with our company and also that they remain on site in charge of the salvage operations.

We seek a marine archeologist that is willing to come to Ecuador for at least a one year contract.  You will live in the city of Salinas, which is close to the current site.  We do need however someone that speaks Spanish.  We offer a salary and will cover travel expenses  as well as your housing.

 Please feel free to contact us  to :  hvelasquez@vianatura.com with any questions.

 

Note from JMB: Ecuador is a signatory to the 2001 UNESCO Convention on the Protection of the Underwater Cultural Heritage that took effect on  2 January 2009, hence the new regulations from Ecuador for the current salvage operation described above.  Apply as you see fit for yourself. I inform, you decide.

Updated link, closes 24 August.  Assistant Professor or lecturer in Underwater Archaeology, University of Cyprus.

ANTIQUE BOAT MUSEUM SEEKS COLLECTIONS ASSISTANT

The Antique Boat Museum, the largest freshwater maritime museum in the world situated on the St. Lawrence River in the beautiful Thousand Islands, requires a Collections Assistant.

Reporting to the Curator and working closely with the other members of the Public Programs Department, and ABM Facilities staff, the Collections Assistant’s primary responsibility is to assist with the care and management of the Museum’s artifact collections. As well as artifact-based tasks, the job also entails researching artifacts and historical themes for the development of exhibits, programs and publications.

The ideal candidate will have experience in computerized collections management systems and related functions, such as insuring, moving, storing, packing and transporting artifacts. They should also have experience and/or a demonstrated interest in maritime and boating history. The ABM’s Public Programs Department is a highly-computerized environment, and the Collections Assistant should be familiar with digital photography; scanning and digital imaging; Adobe Photoshop and MS Office applications. This position is full-time year-round; salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience.

Applications should include a cover letter and resume, and should be submitted by mail or email to Daniel Miller, Curator, Antique Boat Museum, 750 Mary Street, Clayton, NY 13624, dmiller@abm.org.  

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. While we would like to personally thank everyone who submits an application, we will only contact those who are invited to interview.

1) Ship Conservation Assistant, The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, closes August 28

2) Museum Manager, Sheringham Museum Norfolk, closes 3 August

The museum will encompass the maritime and social history of the town of Sheringham on the North Norfolk coast and display 3 former lifeboats, 3 fishing boats and many artefacts.

3) Vice President of Collections and Exhibitions, New Bedford Whaling Museum, ncd

Heritage Awareness Diving Seminar, September 22-23, 2009 in Tampa, Florida.

The 2009 Heritage Awareness Diving Seminar will focus on providing Diving

COURSE DIRECTORS, INSTRUCTOR TRAINERS, and INSTRUCTORS with a greater knowledge of how to proactively protect shipwrecks, artificial reefs, and other underwater cultural sites. The two-day seminar will include one day of classroom-based learning and one day of in-field training.

North Atlantic Society for Oceanic History Annual Meeting, University of Connecticut, Avery Point and Mystic Seaport. May 12-16, 2010.

“Maritime Environments”

Call For Proposals Once again, the world’s attention has been pulled back to the marine environment. Continued concerns over depleted fish stocks, piracy, changing climate, global shipping policies, and the safety of merchant mariners and port communities have all recently converged to remind scholars, policy makers, and citizens alike that we ignore our relationships to the marine world at our peril. More than just recent phenomena, however, each of these ties between human society and the marine environment has deep historical roots.

Under the theme “Maritime Environments,” the 2010 annual meeting of the North American Society for Oceanic History (NASOH), the Council of American Maritime Museums (CAMM), and the National Maritime History Society (NMHS) seeks papers exploring the scholarly contexts of these contemporary crises in the world’s oceans. We encourage all interested scholars, especially historians, marine environmental historians, museum professionals, archaeologists, historical ecologists, and graduate students to submit proposals for papers examining the “maritime” environment. We define the terms “Maritime” and “Environments” broadly to include the widest range of human relationships to the sea. How have human labor practices affected ties between human communities and natural resources? How and where did humans experience the oceanic realm and how did those sites frame experiences? What economic, defense, commercial, and foreign policy initiatives drive human efforts in the maritime environment? And, of particular interest, how have human actions affected the world’s oceans, and what can historical records tell us about the changing health of the fisheries, climate, or other natural forces? Finally, how do scholars convey these lessons to a larger public?

Individual papers are welcome, but full sessions with three papers and a chair are preferred. Proposals should include a brief abstract of 500 words for each paper, plus a one-page abstract for proposed panels, and a brief bio of 200 words for each participant, including chairs. Graduate students are strongly encouraged to submit proposals for presentations. Accommodations for PowerPoint presentations will be provided; however, any other requirements, including audio-visual equipment, special outlets, or accommodations for disabilities should be included in the proposal.

Scholars interested in chairing sessions are welcome to send a brief bio to the Program Committee Co-chairs. Please note that all participants must register for the conference. Specific questions may be directed to Program Committee Co-Chairs, Matthew McKenzie (matthew.mckenzie@uconn.edu), Brian Payne (bjpayne@odu.edu), or Vic Mastone (victor.mastone@state.ma.us).

The deadline for submissions is January 31, 2010.