Underwater Archaeology and Maritime History jobs

Access and Outreach Officer, closes 28 November 2008

Education Officer, closes 28 November 2008

Registrar/Curator, Marine Museum of the Great Lakes at Kingston, closes 28 November

“Under the direction and supervision of the Executive Director, the Registrar/Curator is a senior manager who undertakes the exhibition and management of the archival and artefact collections, and facilitates research inquiries”

Qualifications:

1)      Content knowledge of maritime history and material culture required;

http://www.bajr.org/Employment/UKEmploymentDetails.asp?ID=7903

Closes November 24

1) Multiple Maritime History Professorships, University of Macau, closing times vary

2) Coastal Zone Management Specialist, JHT, Inc. and NOAA, ncd

3) Exhibit Specialist, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, closes November 7

4) Director
Cape Cod Maritime Museum, emerging institution on Hyannis Harbor, seeks Director with leadership and communication skills. Must be innovative, qualified in management and team building. Requires understanding and commitment to Cape Cod Maritime Museum mission. Bachelor’s degree required. Please send resumes to: ATTN David Scudder, Hy-Line Cruises, 22 Channel Point Road, Hyannis, MA 02601 or email davids@hylinecruises.com.

Applications are due November 15.

http://www.wdhof.org/scholarships/scholarships.shtml

I  am writing to inform you about a scholarship your department may be interested in. The Women Divers Hall of Fame Cecelia Connelly Memorial Scholarship for Underwater Archaeology was named after my mother. She had a deep and abiding fascination with history, archaeology and the ocean. She had been a diving instructor of some repute and had been inducted into the Women Divers Hall of Fame in 2000.When she died of cancer in 2003, my family set up this scholarship within the Women Divers Hall of Fame, as she had been a very proud member of the organization.

The scholarship is for $2500, to be used to support a woman graduate or undergraduate student, currently enrolled and in good standing, in an accredited academic program in Underwater Archaeology. If you are aware of a female student, or students, in your field who might be interested in applying for this scholarship, I hope you would feel free to pass this information on to them. I have included the web site, which includes not only the process for applying for the Cecelia Connelly scholarship, but also the complete list of scholarships available through the Women Divers Hall of Fame.

The website is www.wdhof.org/index2.shtml and all applications are due November 15, 2008. If you or anyone you know has any questions I can answer, please feel free to contact me.

Thank you in advance for your help in sharing this information with deserving individuals.

 Mary M. Connelly, Director

Student Development and Campus Conduct

University of Massachusetts Lowell

Dean of Students Office

Cumnock Hall 1st Floor

1 University Avenue

Lowell, MA 01854

978-934-2106  p

978-934-3042  f

Mary_Connelly@uml.edu

The National Civil War Naval Museum announces its Seventh Symposium.  Ironclad ships is the theme for this year’s gathering. The speakers

will be:

John Quarstein will speak on the Battle of Hampton Roads

John Coski will speak on the ironclads of the James River Squadron

Ozzie Raines will speak on the construction of ironclad models for museums

Roger Durham will speak on the combat between the Union ironclads and Ft. McAllister

Gordon Watts will speak on the CSS Georgia

The symposium will be held on January 10, 2009 at The National Civil War Naval Museum in Columbus, Georgia. There will be a meet-the-author social on the evening of January 9. There is a small fee for attending.

For more information contact the National Civil War Naval Museum by phone at 706-327-9798, or they can email curator@portcolumbus.org, or they can browse our website at

www.portcolumbus.org

1) Maritime Archaeologist, The New South Wales Department of Planning is seeking an experienced Maritime Archaeologist to be based at its Parramatta office. closes 31 October

2) Marine Geophysicist, Wessex Archaeology, apply as soon as possible.

3) Curator, SS Great Britain Trust, closes 31 October

4) Hydrographic Survey Technician, Terrasond, Ltd. ncd

5) Executive Director, Door County Maritime Museum, ncd

6) Job Title: Assistant Educator, Independence Seaport Museum
Job Category: Education 
Description: Qualifications: BA/BS in teaching, history or related field. At least two years experience in teaching or similar work in a museum environment.
Duties: The Assistant Educator is responsible for planning, development and teaching of various educational programs in relation to interpretation of maritime history and the Museum’s collections. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. Plan and develop standards based educational programs and curriculums suitable for the schools that utilize the Museum. Work with curatorial and other departments as necessary to produce programs and teaching units on changing and permanent exhibitions, maritime themes and collection items.
2. Offer in-service courses to teachers and others to assist them in teaching maritime topics.
3. In collaboration with other departments, assist in planning, developing, and promoting Museum’s weekend education programming.
4. Assist in planning, developing and promoting Museum’s overnight programs.

Location: Philadelphia
To Apply: Please forward cover letter and resume to: Assistant Educator Position, Independence Seaport Museum, 211 S. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19106 or email to: cburkert@phillyseaport.org. No phone calls please. EOE
Deadline: 10/31/08

Classical Maritime Archaeologist? closes November 15

Exhibit Specialist, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, closes October 30

Collections Manager, The Whaling Museum of Cold Spring Harbor, ncd

Lecturer in Naval History, University of Exeter Centre for Maritime History, closes 27 October 2008

President, Columbia River Maritime Museum, closes December 1

Assistant Librarian, National Maritime Museum, closes October 17

1) Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Earth System Science

The Geology Program in the College of Science and Technology, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in Earth System
Science with a starting date of September 2009, pending available funding. We are looking for a broadly trained Earth System Scientist, who uses the geologic record to investigate coastal, oceanic, watershed, or atmospheric processes of ancient and/or modern systems. Applications are especially encouraged from individuals whose research interests include, but are not limited to global change/paleoclimatology, sedimentology, low-temperature geochemistry, and/or paleoceanography. We are looking for energetic candidates to pioneer new research directions on our growing campus. They should be able to engage in interdisciplinary research involving our existing programs and build on current research strengths in the Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a vigorous, externally funded research program and be able to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in geology as well as other courses supporting interdisciplinary degree programs in Environmental Science (M.S.) and Coastal and Marine System Science (Ph.D.). The position will be rooted in the Geology program, which offers the B.S. degree, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to supervise graduate students in the Environmental Science and Coastal and Marine System Science programs. For further information about the department and individual degree programs see http://pens.tamucc.edu.

A Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment and some post-doctoral experience is desirable. Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a doctoral Hispanic Serving Institution located on the Gulf of Mexico with
a modern campus overlooking Corpus Christi Bay. With over 9,100 students, the university offers a wide array of academic programs with 18% of the students enrolled in graduate programs. Applications must
include a cover letter, statement of research and teaching interests, a curriculum vita, and the names and phone numbers of four or more references. Materials should be sent to:

Mr. Ken Brown
College of Science and Technology
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
6300 Ocean Drive, Unit 5806
Corpus Christi, Texas 78412-5806

or sent as a formatted e-mail attachment to kenneth.brown@tamucc.edu.
The position will remain open until filled but preference will be given to applicants submitting all requested documentation by November 21, 2008. Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Employment Opportunity employer committed to excellence (http://www.tamucc.edu/~hrweb/).

Feel free to contact me directly with questions:

James C. Gibeaut, Ph.D.
Endowed Associate Research Professor
Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies
Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi
6300 Ocean Drive, Unit 5869
Corpus Christi, Texas 78412-5869
HRI 215
Voice (361) 825-2060
Fax (361) 825-2050
james.gibeaut@tamucc.edu
www.hri.tamucc.edu

2) The NAS 2008 Annual Conference: encouraging access will be held on Saturday 8th November at Action Stations, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard (UK). Featuring presentations from a range of professional and amateur archaeologists, the NAS 2008 Annual Conference will provide an opportunity to discuss research, review the archaeological activities of colleagues, exchange ideas on encouraging access to our shared heritage, and network with friends and colleagues from the UK and abroad.

An exciting international event, the NAS 2008 Conference will incorporate a Maritime Trade Display, Poster Display, the Annual Adopt-A-Wreck <http://www.nasportsmouth.org.uk/projects/adoption.php>  Award, and the 2008 NAS Annual General Meeting.

The Conference day will be preceded by a casual evening of Beer & Skittles on Friday evening 7th November, followed by a ‘Sea Shanty‘ Dinner and Dance at the Royal Maritime Club, and ended with a day recording anchors as part of the new global ‘Big Anchor Project’ on Sunday 9th November.

More information about the Conference can be found on the NAS Portsmouth website:  http://www.nasportsmouth.org.uk/news/conference2008.php

3) Maritime Archaeologist, English Heritage, closes October 23

Museum Learning Assistant, The River and Rowing Museum, closes October 31

Executive Director, Apalachicola Maritime Museum, ncd

Coastal Archaeologist, University of St. Andrews, closes October 2

National Maritime Museum research fellowships, applications close November 1

General Manager, Sharjah Maritime Museum, ncd

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 Associate 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.  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 an 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, Associate Curator, Antique Boat Museum, 750 Mary Street, Clayton, NY 13624, dmiller@abm.org.

Back for a few weeks, then back to the field. JMB

Maritime archaeologist, English Heritage, National Marine Aggregates Adviser, closes September 29, alternate link

Director, Australian National Maritime Museum, closes October 7, alternate link

Waterfront Director/Harbormaster for a maritime museum, ncd

Last Post for 2 weeks, back in the field, Next Post September 27 or later

JMB

Immediate Opening

Executive Director

Minnesota Marine Art Museum                                                                                         9/5/08

Position Overview

The Minnesota Marine Art Museum seeks an Executive Director to provide administrative, intellectual, and programmatic leadership for the planning, management and growth of the Museum.  The Executive Director proactively engages and communicates with our many member, volunteer, donor and public constituencies; works closely with the Museum board of directors; plans and manages the business and financial affairs of the Museum and coordinates the work of staff and committees. This is a full-time position.

The applicant must possess a strong record of experience and achievement in the field of business and financial management; a record of experience in art museum and/or non-profit operations and marketing; and the ability to inspire and lead staff, volunteers and directors.  In addition, the successful candidate will demonstrate excellent leadership, management, and administrative skills, as well as strong interpersonal, communication, team-building, negotiation and problem solving skills. Proven leadership and experience in board, management, and donor relations and fundraising are also required. A detailed job description is available on the Museum website www.minnesotamarineart.org

The Museum, founded in 2005, is a nonprofit museum and educational institution working to preserve and present its art holdings, largely original oil paintings, regional folk art sculpture and historic Upper Mississippi photographic prints and traveling art exhibits.  The museum is complemented by its setting on a commercial harbor on the Mississippi River.  The museum’s website contains additional information about the museum and the area community.

Applicants should submit a letter of application, resume, statement of purpose for applying, and the names and contact information for at least three references to:  Executive Director Search, Minnesota Marine Art Museum, 800 Riverview Drive, Winona, MN 55987.  Deadline is October 31, 2008.

Curator of Education, Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Society, Mel Fisher Maritime Museum, ncd

1) Assistant Curator of Maritime History, Merseyside Maritime Museum, closes September 18

2) Foreign Affairs Officer, US Department of State, Office of Oceans Affairs, Bureau of
Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, closes September 5

3) Curator, US Naval War College Museum, closes September 8

4) Museum Technician, US Naval Historical Center, closes September 5 (Alternate job link)

5) Visitor Services Coordinator
The Hull Lifesaving Museum is seeking a part-time Visitor Services Coordinator to plan, implement, and organize Museum outreach to the general public. Often the first point of contact, the Visitor Services Coordinator oversees the membership program, recruits and works with volunteers, and schedules and offers guided tours. Will assist Museum Educator in implementing programs and events, as well as lectures and children’s activities. General administrative duties include greeting the public, answering phones, data entry and database management, coordinating membership renewals and gift acknowledgements, and participation in committee work. The position involves working as a member of a team and with the public, having strong communication skills, excellent telephone etiquette, the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, and to work with groups of people courteously and engagingly. Being highly organized and detail oriented, energetic, creative, adaptable, and proficient with MS Office is essential. This 20-hour per week position requires some evening and weekend time. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to info@hulllifesavingmuseum.org.

6) Research Volunteer/Intern
The USS Constitution Museum is seeking volunteers or interns interested in carrying out a large-scale transcription and research project in the fall and/or spring of 2008-2009. The Museum intends to create a database of British sailors who served on the four ships defeated by Old Ironsides during the War of 1812. Applicants should be familiar with, and have the ability to read, early-nineteenth-century handwriting. Knowledge of Microsoft Access is beneficial but not necessary. Schedule is flexible; 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) and resume to Research Coordinator, USS Constitution Museum, PO Box 1812, Charlestown, MA, 02129; or, by email to mbrenckle@ussconstitutionmuseum.org.

Project Officer, Hampshire and Wight Trust for Maritime Archaeology, closes September 19

Field archaeologist, one year contract with two year extension. Closes August 31. Degree in maritime archaeology mandatory.

Archaeological Research Scholar, Civil War Submarine H.L. Hunley, Fall/Winter 2008, closes September 15, 2008. Apply today.

1) The Door County Maritime Museum, headquartered in Sturgeon Bay, Wis., is seeking a person for the position of Executive Director.

The museum operates three facilities, including a year-round museum in Sturgeon Bay and seasonal sites at Gills Rock and Cana Island Lighthouse. Primary responsibilities of the Executive Director will be to execute the organization’s mission and policies through employees and a dedicated volunteer corps; oversee staff and facilities; plan, control and report finances. Applicant should have some marketing skills as well as thrive in a non-profit environment which is dependent on donor development and public support. Self-motivated individual with strong oral and written communication skills. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Salary commensurate with skills and experience. Health and retirement benefits available. Resume review will begin Sept. 1, 2008. For confidential consideration send resume, salary history and references to: Jon Gast Interim Director Door County Maritime Museum 120 N. Madison Ave. Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
closes sept 1

2) Executive Director, Nauticus, closes late September

3) 4 jobs, Thames Discovery Programme, 2 community archaeologists, 1 outreach coordinator, and 1 administrative officer, closes 29 August

Experience in inter-tidal archaeology, nautical, maritime and industrial archaeology