Underwater Archaeology and Maritime History jobs

Closes August 31, 2011

The Underwater Archaeology Unit (UAU) of Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht (DAHG) is compiling an Inventory of all shipwrecks recorded in Irish Waters. The UAU currently has a wreck database containing approximately 10,000 wreck records which is held in an MS Access database. The format of this database has recently been redesigned and therefore a certain level of data formatting and standardisation is required in order to facilitate efficient use of the database. DAHG now invites tenders to carry out a block of work updating and editing the Shipwreck Inventory database. The successful tenderer will need to be in a position to begin work on this project from 19th September 2011 and it is envisaged that the contract shall be completed by 6 April 2012. A detailed specification in relation to the tender request is presented in the RFT document.

The Rhode Island Marine Archaeology Project (RIMAP), a not-for-profit corporation based out of Newport, Rhode Island, USA, is offering two 1-day underwater archaeology-related workshops in October 2011:

*Saturday, October 15 (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)–INTRODUCTION TO UNDERWATER ARCHAEOLOGY (Instructors: Dr. D.K. Abbass, Dr. Kerry Lynch, and Charlotte Taylor).  Location–Newport, Rhode Island, USA.

*Saturday, October 29 (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)–INTRODUCTION TO DOCUMENTARY PRODUCTION FOR HISTORIANS, ARCHAEOLOGISTS, AND INTERESTED OTHERS (Instructor: Joseph W. Zarzynski).  Location–Bristol, Rhode Island, USA.

Pre-registration is required for the underwater archaeology and documentary filmmaking workshops.  For more details including the workshop costs, specific location for each workshop, and how to register for either of the workshops check the RIMAP web site at:

www.rimap.org

1) Bournemouth University Project Development Officer, closes September 8

‘Bringing People to the Museum and the Museum underwater’.  This is a three year project led by Bournemouth University in partnership with Poole Museum Service and funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF). The project seeks to create access to a unique and important 17th century ship wrecked just outside of Poole Harbour.  We seek a highly efficient and organised individual who is flexible and able to manage deadlines effectively.  The post holder must have a sound understanding of maritime archaeology.

2) PhD studentship, Kingston University, closes 22 August

The School of Art & Design History, Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture at Kingston University, and the National Maritime Museum, Greenwich are offering a funded, full-time PhD studentship, tenable for 3 years, commencing October 2011. The studentship is funded through the AHRC Collaborative Doctoral Awards Scheme. The project will be supervised by Professor Anne Massey, Kingston University, and John Graves, Curator of Ship History at the National Maritime Museum.  This project supports the work of one doctoral student to investigate the archives of the shipping company, the Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company (renamed P&O in 1840), and its subsidiary companies, during the period of its operation.

3) Curator, Naval History and Heritage Command, closes 28 August

This position, Museum Curator, is located in the Photographic Section, Curator Section, Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC).

4) Exhibit Interpreter, Calvert Marine Museum, closes September 7

Curator, Naval History and Heritage Command, closes August 20.

Curatorial Management Branch, Museums & Collections Division, Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC).

The Shaw Group, St. Petersburg, Florida

The position is a broad-based geology position with a concentration in offshore geophysical (seismic sub-bottom, sidescan sonar, and magnetometer) data collection and processing in support of resource identification for beach nourishment projects and related activities. The ideal candidate has experience with mobilizing and operating geophysical systems, offshore survey operations, and geophysical data processing and interpretation.

No closing date, apply today.

1) Curator, Windemere Steamboat Museum, closes 8 August.

ESF funded PhD Research Studentship at Orkney College, University of the Highlands and Islands
Coastal Change and Archaeological Heritage in Northern Scotland
Closes 19 August
http://www.uhi.ac.uk/home/vacancies/research-studentships/
 
Dr Edward Pollard
Marine Archaeologist,
Marine Historic Environment Project,
Orkney Research Centre for Archaeology,
Orkney College UHI,
Kirkwall KW15 1LX
United Kingdom
 
Telephone: +44 (0)1856 569223
E-mail: Edward.Pollard@orkney.uhi.ac.uk

Conservator for the Doel Cogs through the Flemish Heritage Institute, closes 26 August, apply today!

1) Library Director, US Naval War College, closes 31 August

2) Associate Museum Curator, North Carolina Maritime Museum, closes August 5

Marine Archeologist, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Regulation, and Enforcement, closes July 22, apply today.

This position serves as an Archeologist in the Office of Offshore Alternative Energy Programs (OAEP), Environmental Review Branch (ERB). The incumbent’s duties and responsibilities include oversight, support, and administration with respect to laws and regulatory activities associated with OCS renewable energy competitive and noncompetitive leasing processes and post-lease operational activities.

1) Request for Tender, Scottish Maritime Museum Consultancy Brief, closes July 25

2) Social Science Geospatial Analyst, Coastal/Marine Anthropologist, CSS, apply today

3) Senior Underwater Archaeologist/Marine Remote Sensing Specialist, re-advertised, URS

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

5) Marine Archeologist, FUGRO GeoServices, Inc., closes 1 August 2011

1) Site Coordinator, Cape Henry Lighthouse, apply today

2) Museum Curator, Department of the Navy, closes July 21

The Small Arms and Ordnance Curator is responsible for, the care of the NHHC historic small arms and ordnance collection.

3) Archivist, Department of the Navy, closes July 17

This position is located in the Office of Medical History and Archivist.  This role serves as the Chief Archivist/Curator, responsible for the direction and operation of the archives program.  The archivist acts as the primary custodian of thousands of documents and materials.

REPUBLIC OF THE MARSHALL ISLANDS
Office of the Public Service Commission
PO Box 90 – Majuro – Marshall Islands – 96960
Phone No. (692) 625-8298/8498/ 8697 – Fax No. (692) 625-3382
 
EMPLOYMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
The Public Service Commission is accepting applications for the following position:
 
POSITION TITLE: Staff Archaeologist
 
GRADE & SALARY: $36,000 – 42,000 Per Annum
 
FRINGE BENEFITS: Housing Allowance, Sick and Vacation Leaves, Life & Health Insurance.  Travel to duty station and return to point of Recruitment.
 
MINISTRY: Internal Affairs                                          

LOCATION: Majuro, RMI
 
DUTIES:  Serves as the Republic’s technical expert on archaeology and historic preservation.  The Archaeologist will guide or assist the Historic Preservation Office in the following activities: Head the archaeological compliance program of the Historic Preservation Act of 1991.  Train Historic Preservation Office staff in archaeology and cultural resource management to enable them to be as knowledgeable, self-sufficient and self-directed as possible in carrying out their mission.  Developing, coordinating and carrying out plans for archaeological underwater and terrestrial surveys and test excavations including the preparation and delivery of final reports.  Establishing and maintain standardized cultural resource inventories and registration system.  Monitoring ground disturbing projects.  Assessing the condition and evaluating the significance of a variety of cultural resources, including terrestrial and underwater cultural resources. Historic preservation planning.  Designing and managing cultural resources databases.  Ensuring compliance with Section 106 of the U.S. National Historic Preservation Act with regard to U.S. federal undertakings in the Republic of the Marshall islands.  Research onducted or supervised by the Archaeologist shall meet the U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s Standards and Guidelines for Archaeology and Historic Preservation.  Reporting publications, audiovisual materials, and training and public information materials produced by the Archaeologist in the course of his/her duty shall include the required acknowledgment of NPS financial support, the required NPS/Interior disclaimer statement, and the required U.S. Government non-discrimination statement.  One copy of any publication must be approved by the RMI HPO and the National Park Service. Also provides oversight/collaborates with the cultural resouce management program at the U.S. Army at Kwajalein Atoll.
 
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a Master degree in Anthropology, Archaeology or related field.  Plus at least three (3) years professional experience in the fields.  Or, any combination of education and experience which may be acceptable to the Public Service Commission.
 
FILING INSTRUCTIONS: Secure application forms from the Public Service Commission’s Office.  Completed applications and resumes must be received at the Public Service Commission Office in Majuro and Ebeye.

Underwater Archaeologist JobApply now »
Date: Jul 12, 2011

Location: Gaithersburg, MD, US

Requisition Number: URS57156
Interest Category: Environmental/Sciences
Interest Sub Category: Archaeology
Job Title : Underwater Archaeologist
Employment Category/Status: full-time
Type of Position: Temporary
Country: U.S. State: Maryland
City: Gaithersburg

Minimum Requirements: M.A. or M.S.. in Anthropology or related field; 5 years of underwater archaeological experience; DAN O2 training; first aid and CPR training with AED; OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training; dry suit training; advanced open water certification

Job Description:
The underwater archaeologist conducts field work; implements archaeological inventory, evaluation, and data recovery efforts; analyzes prehistoric and historic artifacts and prepares reports about the outcome. Keeps records and maintains the relevant State Historic Preservation Officer documentation pertaining to archaeological sites and architectural (built) resources. Utilizes GIS, GPS, and topographic maps and site records and reports to identify locations where sites can occur. Provides regulatory compliance support for Federal, state, municipal and/or commercial clients. Field projects could be located anywhere in the U.S. Primary responsibilties: – Performs fieldwork surveys, diving, monitoring, laboratory analysis and interpretation. – Provides logistical support to field directors (assembles equipment and supplies, organizes paperwork, etc.). – Provides management and oversight of field and lab technicians. – Collects information and makes judgments through observation, interviews and the review of documents. – Supports field directors and other supervisors as needed in producing reports that record site history, methodology and artifact analysis results, along with recommendations for conserving and interpreting findings (writes report sections, prepares graphics, etc.). – Works with technical field, lab and office staff, managers and administrative staff to ensure that projects meet URS quality standards.

EOE M/F/D/V

Curator, Maritime Archaeology at the Western Australian Museum, closes 27 July.

1) Collections Manager, National Mississippi River Museum, closes July 19

2) Assistant Professor of American History, American Civil War Scholar (naval historians), Coastal Carolina University, closes 15 August

Southeastern Archaeological Research, Inc. (SEARCH) is seeking full time Project Maritime Archaeologists/Marine Remote Sensing Specialists to complement our Maritime Division for multiple projects throughout the United States, Caribbean, and Pacific.

Successful candidates must be M.A. level or above and be experienced on the water.  Must be eligible to be certified as a Registered Professional Archaeologist. 

You need to demonstrate:

• Knowledge in the use and analysis of CHIRP sub-bottom profilers, dual frequency side scan sonars, magnetometers, and hydrographic echo sounders;

• Proficiency in the operation of small boats and has the ability to troubleshoot small engines, electronics, pumps, and trailers;

• Certification in SCUBA diving, knowledge of surface supplied air diving, willingness to learn surface supplied air diving.

The successful applicant will have a developed capacity for attention to detail, be organized, able to work well on simultaneous projects, and be able to meet deadlines.  Experience in cultural resource management, preparing deliverables for the DoD and USACE is preferred.  Applicants should have a demonstrated proficiency in HyPack, MS Word, MS Office Pro suite, PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat.  Ability to use GIS is desirable.  These positions are not suitable for applicants with schedule or travel limitations.     

SEARCH is an Affirmative Action Employer and a drug-free workplace.  Applicants should be able to receive government security clearances and pass a pre-employment drug screen.  Pay will be commensurate with experience. Job is located in Pensacola, Florida. 

In Word or as a PDF, please send a cover letter, resume, three references and dates of your availability to Jason Burns via email to jason@searchinc.com.  NO PHONE CALLS. SEARCH will treat all employment inquires with discretion. 

Go to www.searchinc.com for more information about SEARCH.

SEARCH appreciates everyone’s interest in this posting as well as our other recent postings; however, due to the high volume of applicants we are unable to honor each with a personal reply. We will develop a shortlist of applicants who will be contacted within two weeks for follow-up information and to set up phone interviews.

1) Maritime Geographic Information System Specialist, closes August 5

Cartographic and Geospatial Technology Programs CGTP Branch, Silver Spring, MD

2) Archivist, San Francisco Maritime National Historic Park, closes July 14

3) Museum Specialist, Department of the Navy, closes July 8

This position is located at the Naval Undersea Museum in Keyport, Washington.  The museum is a unit of Navy Museums Northwest.  Navy Museums Northwest is a unit of the Naval History and Heritage Command located in Washington DC.

AIMA is pleased to announce the 2011 AIMA Scholarship for maritime archaeological research projects. The investigation or project must be consistent with the objectives of AIMA and the work must have a benefit/application to maritime archaeology in Australasia. The award recipient should be resident within Australia or New Zealand for the duration of the project. 

A total of up to $2000 will be awarded. AIMA may choose to partially fund more than one project from these monies in 2011.  A condition of the AIMA Scholarship is that the recipient(s) are required to publish a peer-reviewed paper either in the AIMA Bulletin, or as an AIMA Special Publication.

The Application Packet is now available on the AIMA website. Applications must be forwarded to the AIMA Scholarship Chair by 30 June 2011 to be eligible for this award.

For applications and queries, contact the AIMA Scholarship Chair: Emily Jateff (ejateff@history.sa.gov.au)

This position is located in the Reference and Readers’ Service Section of the Navy’s Departmental Library which is a branch of the Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC) at Washington Navy Yard, Washington DC.

Closes 1 July