Underwater Archaeology and Maritime History jobs

Flinders University 2013 (22-26 April) Conservation Field School, sign up today!

This course is an intensive introduction to materials science, deterioration processes in marine environments, pre-disturbance conservation surveys, in-situ conservation and stabilisation, recovery, initial storage, stabilisation and transportation of artefacts, and the storage and display of conserved artefacts.  It is designed to provide students with a general theoretical and practical background to archaeological conservation for both marine and terrestrial environments.  It should also equip archaeologists with the appropriate conservation knowledge and skills necessary for the effective management of submerged cultural heritage.

Museum Specialist, NC Maritime Museum, closes 25 october 2012

This position is responsible for generating, planning, and managing a variety of educational programs associated with the maritime history of the North Carolina Outer Banks.

1) SS Great Britain Trust, Museums and Schools Project Officer, closes October 22

2) Caird Senior Research Fellow, National Maritime Museum, closes October 31

The fellowship is tenable for one year to support high-quality research on the Museum’s collections or in any field of British naval and maritime history.

3) Caird & Sackler Short-Term Fellowships, National Maritime Museum, closes October 31

These awards, in the fields of maritime history and the history of navigation and astronomy, are for periods of up to three months to encourage research into the Museum’s collections by overseas scholars, museum professionals or those living at a distance from London.

4) Archivists (2 Positions), Department of the Navy, close October 10

This position is located in the Archives Branch, Histories and Archives Division, Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC). The Archives Branch is responsible for the management and service of Navy records and documents of historical value, including Navy records sent to the NHHC. As an Archivist, you will be responsible for providing reference and research services of permanently valuable records preserved as documentary evidence and maintain the reference inquiry database.

Due by November 15, apply today.

A $1,500 scholarship will be awarded to a deserving woman undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in an accredited course of study in the field of Underwater Archaeology. The scholarship is intended to assist with college tuition/fees or field study costs and is open to candidates worldwide. Undergraduate students are required to have an overall GPA of 2.5 or better, graduate students a 3.0 or better, and must be in good standing with their academic institutions. First year graduate students may submit verification of a minimum overall GPA of 2.5 from their final year as an undergraduate. There is no applicant age limit.

Honor Frost Foundation, Supporting Marine and Maritime Archaeology in the Eastern Mediterranean, apply before 15 October 2012.

1) Curator of Maritime History, National Maritime Museum, closes October 7

Village of Lake George: New York State Underwater Blueway Trail Pilot Project
Request for Qualifications Announcement (RFQ)
The Village of Lake George, on behalf of the Village of Freeport and the Cities of Dunkirk, Geneva, Oswego, and Plattsburgh, (“the Participating Communities”), is developing a pilot project to create the New York State Underwater Blueway Trail, with funds provided under Title 11 of the Environmental Protection Fund through New York State Department of State.

The Village is soliciting proposals from qualified consultants and/or individuals to provide professional project management and consulting services to oversee and coordinate the activities of the Participating Communities in executing the workplan associated with this project.

A pre-submission meeting will be held in the offices of the Village of Lake George at 11:00 am on Friday, October 26th, 2012, at which time a review of the project will be conducted, followed by a question and answer session.

The Request for Qualifications which includes the scope of work and instructions for submission, as well as the text of the work program, can be obtained from the Lake George Village Clerk.

Proposals must be received by 12:00 noon on Friday, November 9th, 2012.

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

In History, the applicant will be a recognized senior academic specializing either in classical Islamic history or in the modern history of the Middle East in such areas, for example, as legal history and jurisprudence or in socio-economic, intellectual and cultural studies. In Archaeology, the applicant will be an acknowledged senior academic specializing in areas not currently covered by the department, including Egyptology, the archaeology of Mesopotamia and/ or Iran, the archaeology of pre-Islamic Arabia and the Gulf, Islamic, environmental or marine archaeology. Applicants who have experience in teaching archaeological methodology and theory are particularly welcome.

In addition to the normal functions associated with the occupancy of a Chair at AUB, candidates are expected to teach two undergraduate or graduate courses per semester, supervise student research and MA or, in the case of History, PhD theses. The language of instruction is English. The period of visiting appointment is one to two years. The appointment is to begin on September 1, 2013.

Closes November 15, 2012.

Assistant Professor in Maritime Archaeology of the Baltic Sea, University of Helsinki, closes October 31, apply today!

1) Assistant Professor of History, Princeton, closes November 1

History of post-1500 Islamic North Africa and the Mediterranean.  The field of specialization is open; candidates with interests in political, military, maritime, social, economic, cultural, religious, and gender history are welcome to apply.

2) Accounts and Administrative Assistant, Hampshire & Wight Trust for Maritime Archaeology, closes 16 September

3) Museum Curator, Navy Museums Northwest, closes 19 September

This position is located in the Navy Museums Northwest, Museum and Collections Division, Naval History and Heritage Command. As a Museum Curator, you will ultimately be responsible for planning, developing, and implementing the curatorial programs of the Puget Sound Navy Museum in Bremerton, WA.

Headland Archaeology would like to strengthen its Marine team with the appointment of either a Marine Geophysics Assistant or Marine Project Officer depending on skills and experience. We have a growing reputation for a high quality service and, with increasing demand particularly in the offshore renewable’s sector, we are looking for someone to complement our current marine-based capacity.

Closes September 28, Apply Today.

Headland Archaeology.

The Mariners’ Museum is seeking a new President to lead the Museum into a new era of innovation and national presence. The President is responsible for increasing the visibility, prominence, financial resources, relevance and impact of The Mariners’ Museum. S/he must be a leader who can garner respect and support of donors, government leaders, other non-profits and experts in the field. This individual must know how to grow enterprises, take a good brand and make it great, build a world class operation, develop and nurture partnerships, and be a catalyst who can lead and motivate others while creating excitement and energy around The Mariners’ Museum and all its potential.

Museum Teacher
Mystic Seaport Museum, Mystic, CT
Education Department, Museum Teacher: (Year-round, seasonal) This position facilitates interactive, hands-on, engaging, and inspirational learning for students and adults pertaining to Mystic Seaport Museum and maritime history. This position is highly seasonal, with the busiest season and the potential for the most hours April-June, the second busiest season September-November. During the winter there are little to no hours, with the exception of some training and the occasional in-school program. In the summer there are a moderate amount of programs, with the potential of working in our summer day camp program, if appropriate. For a complete job description, Mystic Seaport application and instructions, visit www.mysticseaport.org/employment, or call Human Resources, 860.572.5346. Applications are due prior to September 7, 2012. An EOE.

1) URS, Principal Archaeologist, Nautical Archaeology

2) URS, Senior Archaeologist, Underwater/Nautical Archaeology

Forum Energy Technologies, Houston, Marine Archaeologist, open until filled

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

1) Social Scientist, Scottish Association for Marine Science, closes 27 August

2) Re-advertised, Diving and Water Safety Officer, East Carolina University, open until filled

3) Museum Curator Internship, Navy Museums Northwest, closes 20 August

Navy Museums Northwest, Museum and Collections Division, Naval History and Heritage Command. As a Student Trainee (Museum Curator), you will ultimately be responsible for planning, developing, and implementing the curatorial programs of the Puget Sound Navy Museum.

4) 2 Historian Positions, Naval History and Heritage Command, closes 16 August

This is a career ladder GS-07/GS-09/GS-11 (FPL 11) position.  This position is located in the Histories Branch (Code 402), Archives and Histories Division (Code 400), Naval History and Heritage Command.  If selected, you will work on historical studies independently or as part of a team.

5) Museums and Collections Deputy Assistant Director, Naval History and Heritage Command, closes 20 August

This position is located at the Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC), Museums and Collections (MAC).  You will serve as the Deputy Assistant Director and will be responsible for exercising expertise and sound judgment in assisting as necessary in all aspects of division leadership, historic property management and conservation, museum management, educational outreach, and institutional oversight of assigned organizations.

1) Battleship Maintenance Specialist, Battleship Texas, closes 15 August.

2) Coordinator: Collections, Interpretation and Programs, St. Augustine Lighthouse & Museum, apply today.

Job Title: Educator/Education Coordinator
Closing Date: Aug 20, 2012
Salary: DOE
Job Type: Contract Part Time (20hrs/wk)
Location: Amesbury, MA

Job Description:
Lowell’s Boat Shop is seeking an educator to coordinate and manage school group visits during the upcoming school year; focus is on the construction of a whaleboat to be carried aboard the whale ship Charles W. Morgan, sailing from Mystic Seaport in 2013. Candidate will design, schedule, and run hands-on, place based education programs for 5th through 12th graders and adults with the help of museum volunteers, and work with education committees, community advisory groups, and Boat Shop staff to meet the needs of students and local teachers.

Job Duties: 

1. Research, develop and select educational materials; define instruction methods
2. Coordinate with local schools, school boards, students, and LBS staff
3. Supervise and mentor education interns and volunteers
4. Organize spaces for learning and manage use of site; maintain a clean, orderly and safe environment; establish first aid and emergency evacuation procedures
5. Develop an annual budget for program, aligning expenditures with Grants Policies and Procedures where applicable
6. Coordinate all whaleboat education activities at museum:
a. Set up systems: files, resources for teachers, administration records, etc
b. Create lesson plans and execute them, assuring compliance with local and state education standards
c. Recruit students and coordinate transportation
d. Maintain and regularly assess programs
7. Develop activities that recognize and honor students, staff, and community volunteers for their service and accomplishments

Job Requirements:

1. M.A. or strong background in education, experience in curriculum development and/or teaching
2. Ability to delegate, collaborate and communicate effectively, manage student behavior and resolve conflict, and work within deadlines
3. Knowledge of LBS mission and willingness to help out with other museum activities when appropriate
4. Flexibility, patience, and sense of humor

1) Learning Officer, The Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust, closes 23 August

2) Historic Ship Preservation and Ship Master, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, closes 24 August

2013 ACUA George Fischer Student Travel Award

The Advisory Council on Underwater Archaeology is pleased to announce the 2013 ACUA George Fischer Student Travel Award. This award of $1,000.00 (USD) will be offered to help fund travel costs for the upcoming 2013 SHA Conference in Leicester, UK, and will be granted to an international student presenting a paper on an underwater or maritime archaeology topic at this Conference.

To be eligible for consideration, students interested in applying for this award must currently be enrolled, and in good academic standing, in a graduate degree program (includes full-time, part-time, or thesis/dissertation hours only).

Preference is given to international students. International students are considered to be those students residing or studying in a country other than the country where the conference is being held.

To apply for this award you must submit the following:
1. Curriculum vitae
2. Short covering letter
3. A short essay on the subject to be presented at SHA; 1,000 words maximum

Submissions will be judged on academic merit and relevance to the field of underwater and maritime archaeology.
All application materials must be sent to ACUA Chair Marc-André Bernier at mabacua@gmail.com and to ACUA Secretary Amanda Evans at amevans@gmail.com by 15 September 2012.

This infomation can also be found here: http://www.sha.org/documents/ACUAGeorgeFischerStudentTravelAwardflyer.pdf