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Research Fellow in the sedaDNA of Ancient Ports

University of Southampton – Landscape Dynamics and Ecology

https://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DLT768/research-fellow-in-the-sedadna-of-ancient-ports

Full Time Fixed Term (until 31/05/2028)

We are looking to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to be part of the PortGEN Project team with special responsibility for the extraction, analysis and application of sedimentary ancient DNA (sedaDNA). The purpose of this role is to undertake sedaDNA and related research in accordance with the specified research project under the supervision of the award holder Professor Tony Brown.

Port harbors are the umbilical cords of civilizations uniting land and sea and can provide a unique ‘window’ on population, diet/health, technology and environmental change. Being the lifeblood of complex societies, ports can reveal how society adapted to changing environmental conditions, from disease to floods. So far, the ‘past of ports’ has been explored using archaeology, texts, plant/animal remains (seeds and bones), microfossils (e.g. pollen) and geochemistry. Since the discovery that extra-cellular ancient DNA can be preserved in sediments 20 years ago, it has been used in lakes, estuaries, floodplains, soils and marine sediments. Recent research outside archaeology has shown that shallow-marine sediments can retain DNA for thousands of years as so-called ancient sedimentary DNA (sedaDNA).

Important recent studies of the sedimentology and geomorphology of ancient ports has have also allowed us to understand both the processes of siltation and the effects of dredging. This is critical to deriving reliable time-sequences spanning well-defined periods in Classical antiquity. These advances will be coupled with some new sedimentological techniques (portable optical stimulated luminescence), which will be trialed on two smaller port sites in southern England and one in the south of France. The sedaDNA will be largely identified using metabarcoding, which involves DNA extraction and then using polymerized chain-reactions (PCR) to amplify targeted regions of ancient DNA sequences from the sediment. But we will also use techniques that do not use PCR, to look at DNA quality and a variety of micro-biological remains including pathogens and even bacteria from the human and animal guts.

So PortGEN will be the first project to systematically explore this potential using harbour sediments, much already collected and from some of the best-known ports in the ancient world. This includes Classical ports at (Rome (Ostia, Portus), Venice, Ephesus & many more. The project is highly collaborative with the CNRS in France (Strasbourg), The Southampton Marine and Maritime Institute in the UK, experts on the Mediterranean world, and a large number of site excavators. It is believed that PortGEN will provide new insights into the lives & economic activities of ancient civilizations.

A working knowledge and experience in sedaDNA is desirable but not essential as candidates with research experience in cognate fields (e.g. biomarkers, molecular ecology, palaeoecology) may be considered as full training in sedaDNA methods can be provided.

The School of Geography and Environmental Science is committed to fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion https://www.southampton.ac.uk/geography/about/equality-diversity-and-inclusion.page]. The School are committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offer a range of family friendly policies, flexitime and flexible working. We are a Disability Confident employer and the School holds a bronze Athena SWAN award. 

Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification.  The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.

Re-Advertised: Research Specialist II, Submerged Gulf of America Landscapes

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The Center for the Study of the First Americans, Texas A&M University, is seeking a Research Specialist II to undertake research on the submerged archaeological landscapes of the Gulf of America, formerly known as the Gulf of Mexico, under the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) funded project ‘Reevaluating BOEM’s Guidelines for Identifying Submerged Pre-Contact Archaeological Sites in the Gulf of America: a Geoarchaeological Approach’. The Research Specialist II, Submerged Gulf of America Landscapes, will use legacy survey data made available by project partners, as well as new data, to support project partners’ and BOEM’s ongoing work to update and refine methods for detection and examination of submerged landscapes across the Gulf of America. The selected candidate’s full-time effort will be dedicated to actively formulating, analyzing, and testing scientific predictions on the preservation and discovery of submerged terrestrial sites in collaboration with project partners, including Tribal entities. Additional responsibilities consist of empirical methods (utilizing legacy and new remote sensing data) and theoretical modeling (mathematical, statistical, and computational).

What You Need to Know

  • Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience
  • Special Note: Due to this position’s salary having all or a portion of it being funded by grants or contracts, the continuing salary and overall employment is contingent upon availability of these funds in the future
  • Hybrid/Remote Work Option: Due to the nature of this position, a hybrid or remote work arrangement may be available for workplace flexibility

Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
  • 6 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • PhD, “All But Dissertation” status
  • Strong track record of journal article publications, external funding
  • Experience in geophysical data analysis
  • Previous experience with sub-bottom profiler data facility with SonarWiz, Kingdom Suite, or ArcGIS
  • Underwater archeological experience
  • Experience with writing and utilizing R code for modeling purposes
  • Experience with Indigenous consultation.

Responsibilities:

  • GIS Landscape Modeling: Develop updated/refined regional paleolandscape reconstructions to identify the aerial extent and below-seabed depth of areas in the GOM with the potential to contain preserved pre-Contact archaeological remains as well as those areas with low or no potential.
  • R survey modeling: Assess BOEM survey guidelines and methodologies for identifying preserved paleolandforms and potential pre-Contact archaeological sites.
  • Tribal Consultation: With project partners, engage tribal communities to seek their perspectives on the purpose, design, and results of this study and incorporate these perspectives into the landscape and survey models.
  • Data management: With project partners, make sure that new data and legacy data are properly maintained with metadata kept to international standards.
  • Report and article preparation: Provide support with project team on quarterly and annual reports, prepare articles on findings.

ARCHAEOLOGICAL CONSERVATOR

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Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum (JPPM), an agency of the Maryland Historical Trust, within the Maryland Department of Planning, is recruiting for a full time, permanent Archaeological Conservator.   JPPM is located on 560 scenic acres along the Patuxent River in Calvert County, Maryland, and is the State Museum of Archaeology and a center for both regional and statewide archaeological research.  It is home to the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory (MAC Lab), which houses over 9 million artifacts.  www.jefpat.maryland.gov

The Conservator examines and documents objects, performs analytical tests, prepares treatment proposals, performs conservation treatments including mechanical and chemical treatment, package or mount artifacts for transport, storage or display, and submits full reports of all activities, thus fulfilling contractual obligations and providing revenue generation for the Conservation Program of the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory.

Position duties include, but are not limited to: 

  • Conservation Surveys: Carry out condition and conservation surveys for revenue generating projects to determine conservation priorities. 
  • Documentation and Photography: Record technical information into the conservation database for the purposes of producing Conservation Reports for clients. Take before and after treatment photographs as part of the Conservation Report submittal.    
  • Artifact Treatment: Carry out passive and interventive conservation treatments, including but not limited to mechanical cleaning, desalination, structural fills, environmental packaging and reconstruction. Ensure that all work is performed in compliance with the American Institute of Conservation’s Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice.
  • Technical Monitoring: Perform quantitative tests throughout chemically interventive treatments such as vacuum freeze drying, desalination and PEG impregnation.
  • X-radiography/Analytical Testing: X-ray artifacts in conjunction with conservation surveys or as needed to perform specific conservation treatments. Perform material characterization tests to assist archaeologists and curators in their research of artifacts or to identify materials to determine appropriate conservation treatments.
  • Personnel Interaction: Work with Head Conservator and clients to determine conservation needs and to develop appropriate conservation strategies. · Keep staff up to date regarding treatment progress and developments. Package or mount artifacts for transport, storage or display
  • General lab maintenance  
  • Assist with JPPM sponsored events        

Funded UNIQ+ program Internship – ‘Considering Maritime Archaeology in Marine Spatial Planning’

Funded UNIQ+ program Internship – 'Considering Maritime Archaeology in Marine Spatial Planning'

General Information:

The UNIQ+ program is a research internship that is for UK undergraduate students (ordinary residents) from underrepresented and disadvantaged backgrounds. It is an experience in postgraduate research, where you will join a project led by (and therefore meet and work with) research staff and graduate students, attend training skills and information sessions, and have the opportunity to take part in different events.

Details:

The internship will run from Monday 7 July to Thursday 21 August, and the selected candidate will work on a project supervised by Professor Damian Robinson and a doctoral student.

The project is titled ‘Considering Maritime Archaeology in Marine Spatial Planning.’

This project addresses the critical gap between marine science, maritime archaeology, and environmental research at a time when climate change presents unprecedented challenges to our oceans. By examining both the divergent frameworks and the absence of shared vocabulary across these disciplines, we aim to bridge these divides. The research focuses on how maritime cultural landscapes – or cultural seascapes – operate within planned marine spaces globally, exploring how maritime archaeology aligns with international biodiversity and economic objectives. Our ultimate goal is to demonstrate that integrating heritage and ecological considerations can not only enrich environmental research but also create mutual benefits across all aspects of marine spatial planning.

Interns will be involved in analyzing documents and datasets that relate to marine spatial planning (MSP) and maritime archaeology both in theory and practice. Tasks will include setting up parameters for systematic reviews, reviewing documents, and creating a database to organize the findings. Interns will also work with GIS tools to compile data and analyze it using Python. There’s also the potential to conduct interviews with leading organizations like NOAA, BOEM, DEFRA, and Natural England.

For your work, you will contribute to a journal publication and listed as a coauthor. By the end of the programme, you will have developed expertise in marine spatial planning as it relates to heritage and will gain valuable research skills. You’ll learn how to set up and run a systematic review, create a database, and work with GIS and data analysis tools.

To apply, you should:

  1. Be ordinarily resident in the UK (this means your residence shouldn’t primarily be for studying).
  2. Be in the process of completing, or have already completed, your undergraduate degree at a UK or Irish university.
  3. Have completed at least one full year of study if you’re still an undergraduate.
  4. Not have started or be studying for a PhD/DPhil, nor have an offer for one.
  5. Meet one of the criteria listed here: https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/graduate/access/uniq-plus/eligibility-requirements

For this project, applicants should ideally be studying for a degree in archaeology, environmental studies, geography, or a related subject. You should have solid research skills in areas like humanities, social sciences, or life sciences. Familiarity with GIS, R, or systematic reviews would be helpful but is not required.

How to Apply: Applications are now open, and we encourage applications. For more information about how to apply, please visit https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/graduate/access/uniq-plus/application-guide. The application closes at 12:00 midday (UK time) on Wednesday 19 February 2025.

For more details about UNIQ+ and the available research opportunities, please visit https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/graduate/access/uniq-plus/about.

  • A payment of at least £3,300 for the seven-week programme (taking place Monday 7 July to Thursday 21 August) designed to offset any loss of the opportunity to take up paid employment during the summer. The stipend includes a contribution towards any expenses that may be incurred travelling to and from Oxford; and
  • free-of-charge accommodation in Oxford

Assistant State Archaeologist – Underwater

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/jobs/4799011-0/assistant-state-archaeologist

State of North Carolina Underwater Archaeologist

This is an advanced professional, administrative, and field position in evaluating and managing archaeological resources throughout the State.  Employee directs projects in the conservation and management of historic and prehistoric archaeological sites, both on land and underwater, and at state-owned historic sites.  Employee reviews project and technical evaluation reports from archaeological investigations by independent contractors or agencies and is responsible for planning and supervising field and laboratory work in excavation, analysis, exhibition, and publication of archaeological sites.  This position is a specialist in underwater archaeology requiring specialized training in SCUBA diving, boat handling, marine remote sensing, and use of associated equipment.  Employee reports to a higher-level archaeologist or the State Archaeologist and performs related duties as required.

Education Internship NC Maritime Museum Beaufort

https://www.smallmuseum.org/jobs/13454478

About:

The Education Section of the North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort is in search of a well-qualified, energetic, and responsible student to fill the role of Education Intern for the Summer of 2025. The intern will assist instructors with our annual Summer Science School classes to teach children in grades 1-4 about fishing, pirates, and model boats. The intern will also assist with outreach programs for youth organizations, community events, and field trip programs guided by full-time education section staff. Additional opportunities may exist for helping with work at the Bonehenge Whale Center in Beaufort.

This is a great opportunity for students pursuing a degree in various programs, including education, history, marine science, biology, museum studies, natural sciences, and cultural resources. The ideal candidate does not need to be enrolled in one of these specific programs, an interest in our museum and a desire to teach elementary age children and general audiences in informal settings is more important!

Expectations 

  • The intern must be over the age of 16 and project a good image for program participants and museum guests.
  • They should maintain a neat appearance and friendly, mature demeanor.
  • It is preferred that the intern is certified in first aid and CPR, knows how to swim, and is comfortable working outdoors.
  • Interns will need to comply with the dress code requested of class participants (i.e., closed-toe shoes, field clothes, etc.) while at work, program sites, in museum facilities, and in or near water. Presentable attire for a public museum setting is required.
  • Interns must provide their own personal materials, field clothing, appropriate footwear, water bottle, etc.
  • Interns are responsible for providing their own means of transportation to and from work.

Schedule

Length of Internship: 8 weeks, June 17, 2025 – August 8, 2025.

Work Schedule: Part time, Monday – Friday, typically 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., days and hours will vary depending on workload, averaging 20 hours per week.

Stipend Amount: $2,000 Disbursement amount/frequency: first disbursement of $1,000 will be July 2nd, second amount of $1,000 will be July 30th .

How to Apply

Submit a resume containing your school and course of study, work and volunteer experiences, two professional and one personal reference, and your contact information, to both Associate Education Curators, Christine Brin and Courtney Felton, via e-mail by April 15, 2025.

To: Associate Education Curator Christine Brin, christine.brin@dncr.nc.gov Associate Education Curator Courtney Felton, courtney.felton@dncr.nc.gov

More Info

For more information about the internship call 252-504-7743. To learn about the North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort follow this link: https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/

To learn about the Summer Science School program administered by the museum follow this link: https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/nc-maritime-museums-summer-science-program/

Please note that the main museum building will be temporarily closed in 2025 while under construction. A re-opening date has not been set. Most work for the internship will be based out of the museum’s Watercraft Center, offsite for outreach programs, at the partner facility Bonehenge Whale Center, or in the field at various locations

Seeking experts on Hamilton & Scourge shipwrecks of Lake Ontario for documentary

Seeking experts on Hamilton & Scourge shipwrecks of Lake Ontario for documentary
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I’m developing a documentary on the Shipwreck of the Hamilton & Scourge! Seeking experts on the ship if anyone has a dad or knows someone who is knowledgeable on the ships or is knowledgeable about shipwrecks, war of 1812, has antique military weapons any contacts I can speak with is very appreciated. This is something I will be filming in February from 2nd-13th! I’m super excited about the project.

Ever since seeing the movie into the blue as a kid I’ve loved shipwrecks. That movie is the reason I got my scuba diving license, learned to sail. Now having spent 9 years film making in my spare time I’ve decided to make a big run at doing it for a career so this is where I’m starting. I will be exploring shipwrecks and creating a fun show doing so, speaking with experts and showcasing certain things I can’t release just yet.

Call for Papers 2025 Forum for Asia-Pacific Maritime Culture

https://www.maritimehistory.org.uk/news/items/call-for-papers-2025-forum-for-asia-pacific-maritime-culture

Event Date: 22 – 25 September 2025  
Location: Hong Kong Maritime Museum

The 2025 Forum for Asia-Pacific Maritime Culture in association with the International Congress of Maritime Museums regional Meeting.  

Call for Papers for the 2025 Forum for Asia-Pacific Maritime Culture, a new collaboration between the Hong Kong Maritime Museum and the China Maritime Museum (Shanghai).

This forum aims to gather the collective wisdom and insights of scholars from both the East and West, fostering in-depth dialogue to inspire new perspectives on the urgent issues facing our maritime heritage and marine environment. At this critical moment, it is important that we prioritise the protection of endangered maritime cultures while situating them within a long-term cultural context. Equally important is the need to enhance public awareness and understanding of marine conservation and sustainability. 

The forum will take place in Hong Kong, a unique crossroads of East and West, bringing together professionals from the maritime industry, academia, and diverse cultural backgrounds across the Asia-Pacific region. In conjunction with the International Congress of Maritime Museums, the forum aims to create a platform for discussing a wide range of topics related to maritime culture and sustainable development. 

Short proposals are invited focusing on the two main themes of the forum – Maritime Cultural Heritage and Marine Environmental Sustainability. The programme committee will prioritise original research and innovative interpretations that bridge these two areas. Below are specific areas of interest; proposals from other relevant fields will also be considered: 

Forum Themes: 

The Legacy of Zheng He in a Global Context: 
The intersection of maritime trade, technology, and culture in the Asia-Pacific.
Explore how maritime trade has evolved since the era of Zheng He, and how technological advancements and cultural exchanges have shaped today’s maritime ecology. 

Preservation and Transmission of Maritime Heritage: 
The resilience of vulnerable cultures.
Focus on effective strategies for preserving and utilising both tangible and intangible maritime heritage in the Asia-Pacific, particularly those cultural traditions at risk of disappearing. 

Tales from the Deep: 
Underwater archaeology and global cultural connections. 
Reveal how discoveries in underwater archaeology in the Asia-Pacific reflect the historical contexts of global trade and cultural exchange. 

Ports and Society: 
Cultural interactions and maritime community dynamics.
Examine the multifaceted influences and interactions between maritime communities and societal cultures throughout the history of Asia-Pacific ports. 

Marine Science through a Cross-Cultural Lens: 
Future sustainability and the role of museums.
Investigate differing perspectives on marine science, conservation, and sustainability from Eastern and Western viewpoints, and how maritime museums can serve as bridges in curation and education. 

The Mission of the Maritime Industry: 
Promoting environmental protection and sustainable development practices.
Analyse how the maritime industry actively supports and promotes marine environmental protection to shape a sustainable future. 


Submission Guidelines: 

Participants are invited to submit brief proposals in their original language, accompanied by an English translation of up to 500 words outlining the scope of their paper. This should include a biographical note of no more than 150 words, detailing contact information and affiliated institutions, if applicable. 

Successful presenters at the Forum will have 20 minutes each: 15 minutes for the presentation and 5 minutes for questions and answers.  

The conference papers will be published as a Conference Proceedings with papers in their original language and an abstract in English. 

  • Deadline for Proposal Submission: 31 March 2025 
  • Please submit your proposals via the link: Call for papers submission form  
  • Accepted contributors will be notified by the organisers at Hong Kong Maritime Museum: End of April 2025 
  • Deadline for submitting PowerPoint presentations: End of August 2025 

If you have any questions, please contact the programme committee: forum@hkmaritimemuseum.org 

Historian & Destination Speaker – East Coast

https://www.aclcareers.com/shipboard#entertainment

Historian/Destination Speaker

American Cruise Lines, the world’s leading small ship cruise line, is adding to its team of onboard Historians and Destination Speakers and is looking for passionate individuals to enhance the onboard experience. Discover the best of America and the country’s most beautiful waterways while visiting the unique cities and towns along the way. American Cruise Lines’ guests are well-traveled individuals looking for a destination-focused adventure, where they will have the opportunity to explore the history, culture and natural scenery of each unique port visited. Our Historian and Destination Speakers play an integral role in the guest experience through educational presentations, underway commentary, port overviews, casual talks and group discussions. Successful candidates must be outgoing, friendly, sociable, service-minded and, of course, be extraordinarily knowledgeable of the history, geography, ecology, ports of call, and other points of interest within the cruise itinerary. Excellent and polished presentation skills are required.

Region-specific Minimum Requirements Include: East Coast Itineraries (with extensive knowledge of either)

  • New England – Topics should include Colonial History, Maritime Heritage, The Revolutionary War, Lighthouses & Navigation, Literary & Artistic Contributions, Lobstering & Fishing Industry, Architectural Styles, Whaling, and Culinary Traditions.
  • Chesapeake Bay – Topics should include Jamestown, Williamsburg & Early American History, Native American Cultures, Maritime Heritage, The Revolutionary War, The War of 1812, The Civil War and Crabbing & Oystering.
  • The Historic South – Topics should include Colonial & Antebellum History, The Civil War, The Revolutionary War, Gullah Culture & Heritage, Architectural Styles & Historic Homes, Southern Literature, the Civil Rights Movement, Maritime History, Southern Culinary Traditions and Southern Gardens & Horticulture.
  • Florida – Topics should include the Spanish Exploration, Native American History, The Everglades & Ecosystems, Pirates & Maritime History, Marine Wildlife, Hemingway & Literature, Architectural Styles, and Hurricanes & Weather Patterns.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide daily formal presentations (45-60 mins each).
  • All presentations should be supported by PowerPoint visuals.
  • Provide narration/commentary while the ship is underway from port to port during daylight hours, broadcast over the ship’s PA system to public lounges, outer decks and into guest staterooms.
  • Present daily 15-20 min Port Previews and Q&A for all ports of call included on the cruise. At a minimum, information should include:
  • Founding/naming of the city/town.
  • Anything related to major American battles nearby, if any.
  • Fun facts of the city/town including docking information and what to do when walking around and exploring.
  • Connections to local culture or Indigenous people, when applicable.
  • Any materials/handouts/book recommendations of the area.
  • Participate in daily hosting of Shore Excursions providing coach commentary when needed.
  • Dine with guests each evening.
  • Be available to guests throughout the day and evening for one-on-one chats and socialization.
  • Covered Expenses – American Cruise Lines provides travel to and from your assigned vessel, along with room and board.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $175.00 per day

Benefits:

  • Travel reimbursement

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

  • Are you willing to live and work onboard a cruise ship?
  • Do you understand this positions is contract based and not a full time position?

Experience:

  • Presentation creation: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

Marine Archaeology for Young Explorers

https://www.ourgeneticlegacy.org/

Dive Into History With OGL! 🌊

We’re launching an exciting marine archaeology program for young explorers aged 14 to 24! 🌟

As part of our ongoing growth, we’re expanding our training programs to include marine archaeology with a focus on:

📍Mapping and preserving submerged cultural heritage sites.

📍 Documenting waterways that played significant roles in the African Diaspora and Indigenous histories.

📍 Engaging local communities in these preservation efforts.

🌍 Our Upcoming Mapping Missions Include Destinations Like:

🇧🇷 Brazil – Exploring Afro-Brazilian heritage.

🇲🇿 Mozambique – Delving into coastal historical connections.

🇸🇳 Senegal – Focusing on Gorée Island and other significant maritime heritage sites.

🇺🇸 Africatown, Alabama – Researching the Clotilda’s legacy and the Underground Railroad from AL to Canada.

🇯🇲 Jamaica, 🇺🇸 Louisiana, and Virginia – Researching waterways associated with Maroon communities.

🌊 California – Investigating Indigenous peoples’ waterways.

🔗 Who Can Join?

Youth aged 14 to 24 with a passion for history, technology, or adventure. No prior experience necessary – we’ll provide everything you need!

💻 Join Our Zoom Info Sessions to learn how YOU can:

✅ Uncover and preserve underwater cultural heritage.

✅ Train to use cutting-edge underwater ROVs (remotely operated vehicles).

✅ Start your journey from learning to swim to becoming a certified scuba diver – no experience required!

🔗 Reserve Your Spot Today! 👉https://bit.ly/DRONe_Info_Zoom

🌟 Don’t miss this chance to make waves and uncover hidden treasures beneath the sea. Dive into history with us! 🌊

#OurGeneticLegacy#MarineArchaeology#UnderwaterExploration#DiveIntoHistory#YouthOpportunities#AfricanDiaspora#IndigenousHistory#ROVTraining#LearnToScubaDive#HistoricPreservation

Are You Interested in Serving on the Advisory Council on Underwater Archaeology (ACUA) Board of Directors? Call for Expressions of Interest

If you or someone you know is an underwater archaeologist looking to do more to safeguard irreplaceable archaeological sites and promote a robust and inclusive narrative of maritime history, the Advisory Council on Underwater Archaeology (ACUA) encourages you to consider serving on the ACUA’s Board of Directors. 

Please send your suggestions or an expression of interest to ACUA Board Chair, Jennifer McKinnon (chair@acuaonline.org), by end of day on Saturday, February 15.

Board members serve for four-year terms and must be registered members of the SHA to be considered. Elected members must remain actively registered members during their entire board term and must physically attend three out of the four annual Board meetings held during the SHA conference (two out of four meetings for international members). Board members are expected to contribute actively to the organization, participate in the ACUA’s various committees, and serve as mentors during the annual ACUA mentorship initiative.

IKUWA 8 prehistoric, submerged, or coastal/maritime landscapes.

Are you working on prehistoric, submerged, or coastal/maritime landscapes? Share your work with the world at IKUWA 8!

Submit your abstract by 15 March to present your research on these fascinating topics. Explore the full list of conference sessions here: 👉https://www.vliz.be/ikuwa8/en/sessions

Ready to submit? Start here: 👉https://www.vliz.be/ikuwa8/en/call-abstracts

Don’t miss your chance to contribute to the dialogue on these incredible landscapes! #IKUWA8#MaritimeArchaeology#PrehistoricLandscapes#CoastalStudies

NHHC Opens 2025 Navy History and Heritage Awards Program

https://www.history.navy.mil/news-and-events/news/2025/NHHC-opens-2024-Navy-History-and-Heritage-Awards-Program.html

The Navy History and Heritage Awards (NHHA) Program was established in 2020 to recognize public, nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organizations, including museums and individuals, who incorporate the history and heritage of the United States Navy into their publications, documents, and artifacts at their facilities. Organizations eligible for the program encourage and publicize scholarly, well-researched historical stories that depict the Navy’s history and heritage as well as preserve and maintain artifacts on loan from the Navy.

“These awards are for those museums that serve as force multipliers in informing the public of our Navy’s history and the importance of sea power to the security of the nation,” said NHHC Director Samuel J. Cox, U.S. Navy rear admiral (retired).

This program supports and promotes effective programs in non-federal organizations for exhibits, artifacts, and historical research. The awards program of 2025 marks the fifth iteration of this annual awards program.

Applicants wishing to participate in the Navy History and Heritage Awards program may do so in one of three categories:
 

  • Navy History and Heritage Excellence Pennant (History “E”): Presented to the organization recognized for outstanding overall achievement in operations, including maintenance, curation/conservation, exhibitory, and Navy history education from organizations offering U.S. Navy-related programming to the public.
  • Maintenance Excellence Pennant (Maintenance “E”): Presented to the organization that has demonstrated greatest improvement in material condition over the past year of a macro artifact (a historic ship or aircraft)
  • Curatorial Excellence Pennant (Curatorial “C”): Presented to the organization that has achieved excellence in the curation of the collections in its care, including maintaining and interpreting Navy artifacts on loan from NHHC central and local collections.
     

The window for submissions covering the 2024 calendar year will open March 1 and close June 1.

Applications for each of the award categories are available on the NHHC website: https://www.history.navy.mil/get-involved/nhhc-awards-program.html

Further guidance on application submissions is available here: https://www.history.navy.mil/get-involved/nhhc-awards-program/award-faqs.html

The 2024 awardees were:

History and Heritage Excellence Pennant:
Battleship Texas Foundation

Maintenance Excellence Pennant:
Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial

Curatorial Excellence Pennant:
Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park

NHHC, located at the Washington Navy Yard, is responsible for preserving, analyzing, and disseminating U.S. naval history and heritage. It provides the knowledge foundation for the Navy by maintaining historically relevant resources and products that reflect the Navy’s unique and enduring contributions through our nation’s history and supports the fleet by assisting with and delivering professional research, analysis, and interpretive services. NHHC comprises many activities, including the Navy Department Library, the Navy Operational Archives, the Navy art and artifact collections, underwater archeology, Navy histories, 10 museums, USS Constitution repair facility, and the historic ship Nautilus.

Post-Doctoral Researcher Department of Geography

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Position Summary

The Earth and Ocean Lab at the Department of Geography, University College Cork wishes to appoint a Post-Doctoral Researcher to undertake the I-POINT project. Shipwrecks are anthropogenically derived seafloor features with important cultural heritage that may form biodiversity ‘hotspots’ in otherwise barren parts of the seabed. In recent times, their presence has typically been considered a hazard to trade and navigation (shipping routes), energy (renewable energy development) and marine resources (trawling). However, a relatively lesser studied hazard is the pollution potential of shipwrecks given their composition, cargo and long-term exposure to the marine environment that can up-concentrate shipwreck-derived pollutants akin to placer deposits. The I-POINT project is a multi-disciplinary, multi-institutional research project that: i) identifies, maps and ranks the distribution of polluting shipwrecks around Ireland, and ii) quantifies the impacts of the most intensely polluting shipwrecks. To do this, we propose a data-driven assessment of online archives, historical records, peer-reviewed literature using a Python-based automatic web-scraping method (or suitable alternative). Key wrecks from this assessment will be analysed and surveyed (multibeam, magnetometry, side scan sonar, sediment sampling and ROV-based photogrammetry). The resulting survey data will be processed and used in hydrodynamic modelling using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations. This assessment will determine the controls on pollution, the distribution of pollutants and their variance under changing marine environmental conditions. On a broader scale, the real impact of this research will be the creation of a legacy report aimed at informing policy makers and other stakeholders at how to best manage and remedy shipwreck-based pollution on the short (5 years) and long term (50 years). The project is funded through the Marine Institute Post-Doctoral Fellowship. The appointed candidate will take a lead role on this project from all aspects of the research through to project logistics and administration. Post-Doctoral researchers within the Earth and Ocean lab typically gain experience in student supervision, grant writing and teaching as part of their career development.

The candidate should have a PhD in a closely related discipline or subject area (essential). They should be able to demonstrate experience with managing a research project. They should have experience and knowledge in at least one of the following: seafloor mapping and imaging (ROV-derived photogrammetry; multibeam sonar or side scan sonar); Python programming; sedimentology and sediment analysis (geochemical and particle size); marine CFD modelling; Irish shipwrecks (heritage and policy). The appointee will work directly with PI’s at University College Cork and University College Dublin, and will be expected to engage with a range of external stakeholder organisations.

Project Title: Instability and Pollution Potential Mapping of Irish Shipwreck Sites for a National Risk Assessment Database (I-PoINt) 

Post Duration: 3.5 Years

Salary: €44,847 – €51,313 p.a. IUA PD1 Scale   

For an information package including further details of the post see https://ore.ucc.ie/

Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Dr Aaron Lim, Lecturer in Physical Geography, Department of Geography Tel: + 353 (0) 21 4903842; Email: aaron.lim@ucc.ie 

Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal (https://ore.ucc.ie/). Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to recruitment@ucc.ie, quoting the job-title and project name.

Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday 31st January 2025

No late applications will be accepted.

Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector.

UCC is committed to creating and fully embracing an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated.  As a University we strive to create a workplace that reflects the diversity of our student population where people from a wide variety of backgrounds learn from one another, share ideas, and work collaboratively. UCC is committed to being an employer that recognises the value of diversity amongst its staff.  We encourage applicants to consult our policies at https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/policies and initiatives at https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/implementation and we welcome applications of everyone, including those who are underrepresented in the protected characteristics set out in our Equal Opportunities & Diversity Policy. 

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Project Specialist: Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe

https://mashpeewampanoagtribe-nsn.gov/human-resources

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe’s Tribal Historic Preservation Department (THPD) is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented “Project Specialist” to assist the Tribal Historic Preservation Officer (THPO) in fulfilling responsibilities associated with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

The Project Specialist will play a critical role in supporting the THPD’s engagement in reviewing offshore wind project scoping, evaluating draft Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), and participating in related processes and procedures.

Job Title: Project Specialist
Reports To: Tribal Historic Preservation Officer/Director
Department: Tribal Historic Preservation Department (THPD)
Location: Hybrid (Two Days In-Office, Remaining Days Remote)
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary Range: $55,000–$65,000 (Dependent Upon Experience)
Closing Date: Until Filled

Honor Frost Foundation Maritime and Underwater Archaeology Scholarships

Available Scholarships

Please note that ALL scholarship applications are due annually on March 31st (except CMAUCH applications).

Support for developing education at Masters, Doctoral and Post Doctoral levels is offered by the Foundation in conjunction with a variety of international academic institutions (see below) to students and scholars from the region (Lebanon, Cyprus, Syria and Egypt).

The Foundation also offers a PhD scholarship to enable students from the region to undertake doctoral research in maritime archaeology at a university of their choice.

Successful candidates must demonstrate a genuine interest in maritime archaeology and would be expected to develop the subject in their home country upon completion of their studies.

Terms and Conditions for HFF Scholarships can be found here.

It is the responsability of the applicant to ensure they meet the requirements for the programme & have applied by the programme deadline.

For general enquiries and to discuss potential topics, please contract Prof Lucy Blue lucyblue@honorfrostfoundation.org

University of Guam Research Assistant II: Kitsugawa Maru Shipwreck Project

https://uog.peopleadmin.com/postings/4280

Character of Duties:
• Research MARC, USA NPS Visitors Centre, Guam and online sources for information about Kitsugawa Maru shipwreck (historical and contemporary materials);
• Interview scuba divers about Kitsugawa Maru shipwreck;
• Collect, collate and document information into a report on Kitsugawa Maru shipwreck;
• Support field survey of Kitsugawa Maru shipwreck;
• Perform other duties as assigned;

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Skilled in Historical Research;
• Skilled in Archeological Report writing;
• Skilled in collecting oral history;
• Knowledge about maritime archeological documentation;

Archaeological Services in relation to Marine Protection 2025-2027

https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001388-2025

  • Archaeological Services in relation to Marine Protection 2025-2027 (NP225)

F02: Contract notice

Notice reference: 2025/S 000-001388

Published 15 January 2025, 3:09pm

The UK is a signatory to the European Convention on the Protection of the Archaeological Heritage (revised) 1992. The aim of the Convention is to protect the archaeological heritage as a source of the European collective memory and as an instrument for historical and scientific study, whether on land or underwater.In order to meet this commitment and to provide for the conservation and enhancement of significant marine heritage assets, Historic England is seeking to procure, within a single contract, assessment functions to support marine protection and management for the two-year period April 2025 to March 2027 (inclusive). Effective marine protection advice is reliant on the provision of field observations to underpin the core functions of protection and management of, and access to, the marine historic environment in order to realise wider social, cultural, economic and environmental benefits. Both the UK Marine Policy Statement (2011) and the National Planning Policy Framework

Marine Archaeologist

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/828219900

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/828219600

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) manages the exploration and development of the nation’s offshore resources. It seeks to appropriately balance economic development, energy independence, and environmental protection through oil and gas leases, renewable energy development and environmental reviews and studies. For information about our bureau go to: http://www.boem.gov/

This position is located within the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Office of Renewable Energy Programs (OREP), Environment Branch for Renewable Energy, located in Sterling, VA.

This position is being advertised as both location negotiable after selection and with a duty station of Sterling, VA with the option of telework. If applying to “negotiable after selection”, this means that your duty station will be based off your home address and you will be a full-time remote worker. If applying to a specific duty station, you may be allowed to telework a set number of day(s) per pay period, with supervisory approval.

At the full performance level, GS-14 the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
1. Serve as OREP Senior subject matter expert for archaeology or history and assist the OREP Historic Preservation Chief in coordinating regional activities and ensuring compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA).
2. Oversee Section 106 consultations with state, local, tribal, and other Federal agencies on the physical and visual effects of offshore renewable energy leasing and operations.
3. Serve as primary liaison in consulting with other Federal, state, local and tribal entities in the field of offshore and onshore cultural resource management.
4. Prepare and review portions of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents and make recommendations to BOEM leadership related to offshore and onshore cultural resources and view shed impacts.
5. Prepare or provide input on proposed statutory, regulatory, and other policy provisions relating to the offshore renewable energy program; identify areas where information must be developed through either agency research or contract studies.

BOEM has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.

Note: Incumbent generally works in an office environment with normal furnishings and surroundings. Considerable travel by airplane, automobile, or boat may be necessary to accomplish assigned duties.

Salary Information
Location Negotiable:$106,382 – $138,296 per annum
Sterling, VA: $142,488 – $185,234 per annum

First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the lower salary range of the grade level.

This vacancy may be used to fill additional positions as vacancies become available.

This vacancy is also announced as BOEM-MMEE-25-CM-037(MP) for those applicants who wish to apply and be considered under Merit Promotion procedures.

Trident Archäologie: We are looking for a marine geophysicist (m/f/d) to join our team as soon as possible.

https://trident.eu.com/en/news/jobad202501-en

We are looking for a marine geophysicist (m/f/d) to join our team as soon as possible.

Trident Archäologie is a leading provider of marine archaeology services, working mainly in coastal and offshore areas, but also in rivers and lakes. As the EU branch of the international Wessex Archaeology company group, we offer an attractive and varied working environment.

While Trident Archäologie specialises in delivering expert, data-driven advice to offshore renewables industry, we support many other sectors and developments in offshore, coastal and inland waterways, working with a wide range of stakeholders supporting Underwater Cultural Heritage in Europe and worldwide.

Trident Archäologie has grown rapidly in recent years and we are now seeking to appoint a Marine Geophysicist to join our experienced team based in Germany, Poland and the Netherlands. This opportunity also offers the successful candidate the chance to work alongside geophysicists within our UK-based parent company, Wessex Archaeology, which is the largest team of archaeological marine geophysicists in the sector, working on projects from around the world.


The appointment can be with either our German or our Dutch office, with flexible and home working arrangements considered. The salary expectation for a full-time position will depend on the applicant’s qualifications and experience.


The successful applicant will assist in the production and delivery of a range of marine geophysical projects. The primary responsibilities of the role include:

  • Processing and archaeological interpretation of a range of marine geophysical data sets (sidescan sonar, magnetometer and multibeam bathymetry);
  • Interpretation of 2D and 3D shallow seismic data for quaternary geological classification;
  • Ensuring all work and resulting reporting is carried out in accordance with relevant standards and guidance;
  • Survey design, data acquisition and quality control of third party marine geophysical surveys.


Essential skills for the role include:

  • A good degree in a relevant subject (e.g. Geophysics, Archaeology or Earth Sciences);
  • Experience in marine geophysical data processing and interpretation;
  • Shallow geological interpretation from seismic or Sub-Bottom Profiler data;
  • The ability to interrogate, interpret and integrate data from numerous sources;
  • Good organisation skills, and prior experience working to deadlines;
  • The ability to write and communicate clearly, and experience in producing technical reports in English (B2 level or better);
  • Good knowledge of typical computer applications, especially MS Office;
  • EU Driving license;
  • Happy to work from a home office and to work extended hours during fieldwork projects;
  • Flexible and happy to integrate in changing project teams and working with colleagues across our group;
  • EU passport or the right to live and work in the EU.


Further desirable skills for the role include:

  • German or Dutch language skills at B2 level or better;
  • Good GIS knowledge (ArcGIS, QGIS);
  • Experience of software development in python and other languages;
  • Prior experience in the offshore survey industry;
  • Current offshore sea survival (GWO/Bosiet) and offshore medical certificates;
  • Eligible for Dutch KNA certification.


Applications

Candidates are invited to send their application, together with a copy of their CV, via e-mail only to jobs@trident.eu.com by 10th February 2025.

For all queries, please contact us at info@trident.eu.com or by telephone on +49 381 77999999.

Whilst Trident Archäologie welcomes applications from all sections of the community and is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, it is essential that the successful candidate must by the start of their employment have permission to work in the EU. Proof of identity and eligibility to work in the EU will be required prior to commencement of employment.