Underwater Archaeology and Maritime History jobs

Curator of Naval History, National Maritime Museum, closes 12 May.

Assistant Professor of Archaeology, marine archaeology:

The position will be appointed to a probationary tenure-track position in the Department of Marine Science and will be expected to develop a vigorous research program in the region that actively engages students, the community, and existing areas of expertise in the sciences and humanities.

The successful candidates will be expected to develop course offerings in basic and marine archeology and related specialty areas as well as contribute to the overall general education, and potentially marine science undergraduate, and coastal marine and wetland studies graduate course offerings. Preference will be given to candidates that can strongly engage existing departmental and college strengths and resources in collaborative integrated research initiatives.

The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in archeology or related field, demonstrated accomplishment in field-based research and effective teaching is required. Teaching assignments may include evening/weekend courses and courses taught at off-campus sites.

Part time temporary Nautical Archaeologist, PBS&J:

Graduate degree or at least 2 years of Graduate level course work with a specialization in nautical archaeology; open water diving certification from an industry- recognized training organization. Additional certification specific to scientific diving will be beneficial.

Alternate listing

1) Hydrographic Surveyor, ncd

2) Park Ranger, USS Arizona Memorial, closes April 7

3) Park Ranger, USS Arizona Memorial, closes April 7

4) Historical Society Intern
An internship for an undergraduate or graduate student studying history, museum studies, or library science, is available with the New London County Historical Society, the oldest historical organization in eastern Connecticut. Our headquarters are located in downtown New London in the Shaw Mansion, built in 1756, which served as the Naval War Office for Connecticut during the American Revolution. Our collection is rich with extensive maritime connections to colonial-era trade and 19th-century whaling. The intern will have a diverse experience working with our small professional staff: historical interpretation, collections management, marketing, website content and exhibit development all areas to be included. The time commitment would be approximately 20 hours per week, Wednesday through Saturday, beginning in June. A stipend will be paid at the close of the internship. Please send letter of inquiry and resume by mail or email to: Edward Baker, Executive Director, New London County Historical Society, 11 Blinman Street, New London, CT 06320, edward@newlondonhistory.org.

The Edward S. Miller Research Fellowship in Naval History. The Naval War College Foundation intends to award one grant of $1,000 to the researcher with the greatest need and can make the optimum use of the research materials for naval history located in the Naval War College’s Archives, Naval Historical Collection, Naval War College Museum, and Henry E. Eccles Library. Further information on the manuscript and archival collections and copies of the registers for specific collections are available on request from the Head, Naval Historical Collection. E-mail: evelyn.cherpak@usnwc.edu

The recipient will be a Research Fellow in the Naval War College’s Maritime History Department, which will provide administrative support during the research visit. Submit detailed research proposal that includes a full statement of financial need and comprehensive research plan for optimal use of Naval War College materials, curriculum vitae, at least two letters of recommendation, and relevant background information to Miller Naval History Fellowship Committee, Naval War College Foundation, 686 Cushing Road, Newport RI 02841-1207, by 1 August 2009. For further information, contact the chair of the selection committee at john.hattendorf@usnwc.edu  Employees of the U.S. Naval War College or any agency of the U.S. Department of Defense are not eligible for consideration; EEO/AA regulations apply.

1) Executive Director, Puget Sound Maritime Historical Society, closes April 30

2) Museum Learning Intern
The USS Constitution Museum is seeking two energetic summer interns to engage summer camp audiences in an educational program called David’s Story. Come intern in a hands-on, minds-on environment where inter-generational groups seek enjoyable, educational experiences can have fun and learn as they explore history together. Interns will be employed in a variety of capacities including: planning and implementing programs for summer camp groups, interpreting exhibits for museum visitors, engaging the community in public activities, and empowering themselves by developing confidence, public speaking, and leadership skills. Interns work under the supervision of the Outreach Learning Coordinator and are expected to be able to provide 8-10 weeks from June-August. Some weekend work may be required. Training will be provided. Qualifications include: interest in history, excellent spoken and written communication skills, and experience teaching in a variety of settings. Current enrollment in museum studies, education, or history programs is preferred. To apply, send letter of interest, resume, and references to Rebecca Crawford, Outreach Learning Coordinator at rcrawford@ussconstitutionmuseum.org or PO Box 1812, Boston, MA 02129. Application deadline April 24. For more information, please call 617-426-1812 x131.

3) USS Constitution Museum Volunteer
All Hands on Deck! The USS Constitution Museum seeks volunteers to help enhance our visitor’s experience. Come volunteer in a hands-on, minds-on environment and directly assist staff in outreach, visitor experiences, or research. We are looking for enthusiastic and friendly people interested in history to help in a variety of tasks including greeting visitors, assisting families in the galleries, staffing special events and much more! Benefits include free parking, training sessions, and discounts at the Museum gift shop. Flexible opportunities for weekday, weekend, and evening schedules are available. Contact Rebecca Crawford, Outreach Learning Coordinator, at 617-426-1812 x131 or rcrawford@ussconstitutionmuseum.org to receive a volunteer application. Volunteer opportunities for Summer 2009 start mid-May ‑ come join our crew!

4) Curatorial Assistant, River & Rowing Museum, closes April 14.

NC Department of Cultural Resources, The Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum, Exhibit Design, closes April 3.

Internship, NC Maritime Museum, applications close on April 20, award announced May 1, job runs June 1-August 7, 2009. Apply today.

Senior Curator/VP, Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, ncd.

Each summer graduate-level courses in American Maritime History are offered at Mystic
Seaport, America’s largest maritime museum. Munson Institute courses are available for
transferable academic credit through the University of Connecticut and Trinity College.
The tall ships, historic buildings, and scenic waterfront of Mystic Seaport will be the campus
for both a survey course and a seminar from 22 June through 30 July 2009. Faculty
members will also lead students on field seminars to Coast Guard Station, New London, the
whaling village of Stonington, CT, and colonial Newport, RI. Students also cruise to Long
Island Sound aboard Sabino, America’s only coal-fired passenger steamboat.

Classes are taught by leading experts from a variety of fields, including gender, race and
ethnicity, diplomacy, the Anglo-Atlantic, navies, ocean sciences, marine archeology, the
environment, and the lakes and rivers. The interaction among institute participants, faculty
and guest speakers continue under informal circumstances during the late afternoon and
evening get-togethers.

* Housing is available at Mystic Seaport.
* All matriculated graduate students are eligible for admission.
* Financial aid is available.

Email: munson@mysticseaport.org

www.mysticseaport.org

860.572.0711, ext. 5089
Munson Institute, Mystic Seaport, Box 6000 Mystic, Ct 06355-0990

US Army Corps of Engineers, Memphis District, Archaeologist, closes April 16

This District has a long history of conducting underwater archaeology projects.

National Marine Protected Areas Center Cultural Resources Coordinator, NOAA National Ocean Service, Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management.

Masters degree in marine archaeology or maritime history. Bachelor degree with comparable work experience may be considered as equivalent.  Ph.D a plus. Open until filled.

Supervisory Curator, Great Lakes Naval Museum, closes March 25.

Museum Specialist, closes 27 March

The incumbent will be required to work as a vital part of the ongoing efforts to conserve artifacts from the Streamboat Bertrand.   Responsibility for entering all pertinent data into a computerized catalog records system known as the Automated National Catalog System, as well as seeing that all museum documents are properly maintained in individual catalog and treatment folders and that all digital photographic records are properly saved, labeled and filed.  Conserve a large and diverse collection of sensitive objects, but with a special emphasis on inventorying, identifying, cleaning, preparing and transporting fragile museum objects from the museum collection that require major conservation treatment.  Upgrade the housing of the objects, assuring the physical security of the collection, conducting routine preventive conservation projects, implement the museum maintenance plan, photographing objects, monitor and document the storage and work environments; maintain the refuge research library, work with interns, volunteers and contractors to accomplish topical projects.

National Maritime Museum, several jobs offered

Nautical Archaeology Training Workshops, April 18-19 or May 16-17, sign up today.

Registration for the annual conference (13-17 May 2009) of the North American Society for Oceanic History (NASOH) is now live.

Please visit www.nasoh.org for full registration details. This year, we will convene in the greater San Francisco Bay Area and are joined by our co-sponsors, the National Maritime Historical Society (NMHS) and the Steamship Historical Society of America (SSHSA) as we discuss “Ports, Forts and Sports: Maritime Economy, Defense, and Recreation.” The conference organizers have developed a full program that includes over 60 papers, an exclusive screening of “The Men Who Sailed the Liberty Ships” (with a q+a session featuring Director Maria Brooks), the one-man play “From Wharf Rats to Lords of the Docks: The Life and Times of Harry Bridges” (featuring Ian Ruskin…full details available at www.theharrybridgesproject.com) and an array of included and optional tours. The annual awards banquet, featuring a keynote presentation by Robert Eric Barde (author of Immigration and the Golden Gate: Passenger Ships, Exclusion, and Angel Island), tours of the Cal Maritime simulator facility, and assorted other events are planned. Full information concerning the conference, including lodging options (which can be arranged for as low as $40 per night if staying in the campus dorms), can be viewed at: www.nasoh.org

Please consider joining NASOH, NMHS and SSHSA at this event!

New Forest National Park Authority: We require a Project Officer to lead and co-ordinate the New Forest Maritime Archaeology Project. Closes March 9

The NC Maritime Museum is hiring an Associate Museum Curator to lead public programs in marine science and maritime history. The job is posted at the following page: http://osp.its.state.nc.us/positiondetail.asp?vacancykey=4802-1000-0002-894&printit=no.

The position will be open until March 5, 2009. If the link does not work, go to www.ncculture.com and click on the “careers” link.

To clarify the wording of the training and experience requirements: We prefer a Masters degree but encourage those with a Bachelor’s degree and equivalent work experience to apply. We also encourage those with science degrees to apply, as it is a field of expertise that applies to our programs. Questions can be directed to the education department at the NC Maritime Museum at 252-728-7317 or educators Allison Besch (allison.besch@ncmail.net) or JoAnne Powell (jo.powell@ncmail.net).

Allison Gleason Besch Group Programs Coordinator North Carolina Maritime Museum 315 Front Street Beaufort NC 28516 252.728.7317 (phone) 252.728.2108 (fax) allison.besch@ncmail.net (e-mail) www.ncmaritimemuseum.org (web) *This message does not necessarily represent the policy of the North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources. E-Mail to and from me, in connection with the transaction of public business, is subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties.*

Monitor Conservation Fellowship, 2009-2010/USS Monitor Conservation Project

The Mariners’ Museum In partnership with the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary program of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, The Mariners’ Museum in Newport News, Virginia, is offering a conservation fellowship for treatment of objects excavated from the wreck site of the USS Monitor.

The fellowship is a full-time (35 hours/week) position for one year (July 2009-June 2010) and includes a stipend of $24,000. Additional funding for travel may be available at the discretion of the Museum’s chief conservator. The fellowship entails hands-on treatments of large, industrial, composite objects such as pumps and motors. These objects were submerged in saltwater for 140 years prior to excavation and thus require specialized treatment. The fellow will gain experience in a wide variety of analytical and treatment techniques while working on objects from one of the most significant vessels in naval history.

Eligibility: The successful candidate for the position will be in his/her final year of or have graduated from a recognized conservation graduate or training program. Previous experience working with metal artifacts recovered from a marine environment is preferred. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States is required.

To Apply: Please send a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three professional references to: Ms. Marcie Renner, Chief Conservator The Mariners’ Museum 100 Museum Drive Newport News, VA 23606 Alternatively, electronic versions of the above-listed information may be sent to mrenner@marinersmuseum.org.

All information must be received by March 15, 2009.

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JMB