History Underwater: Preserving Undersea Heritage

May 21, 2025

Dive into the depths of history with our webinar on underwater heritage preservation! Beneath the surface lies a treasure trove of archaeological wonders, from shipwrecks to submerged settlements, that tell untold stories of America’s past. Discover the cutting-edge techniques used to protect these fragile underwater resources and why their preservation is crucial to uncovering a more complete and vibrant picture of our nation’s history. Join us as we explore the hidden world beneath the waves and efforts to safeguard these invaluable cultural relics for future generations.

https://achp.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_evRMoqJWRAyEBVejJlukPQ#/registration

This webinar will examine the effort to preserve the heritage and history that is submerged underwater. Learn about the ways to protect archaeological resources underwater and the importance of its preservation to understanding a fuller, richer history of America.

Panelists include: William T. Hoffman – NOAA, Office of Marine Sanctuaries

Chief Historian Hans Van Tilberg – NOAA, Maritime Heritage Coordinator for the Office of Marine Sanctuaries

Jay Haigler – Diving with a Purpose

Susan Langley – Maryland SHPO Underwater Preservation Program, State Underwater Archaeologist

RFP: Plan, organize, analyze, manage, the development of a comprehensive operational strategic plan and vision for the new National Museum of the U.S. Navy (NMUSN)

https://sam.gov/opp/44fea2068a3a4b1db0c88f00eb48da39/view

Task Title: Plan, organize, analyze, manage, the development of a comprehensive operational strategic plan and vision for the new National Museum of the U.S. Navy (NMUSN) Campus, ensuring
alignment with the institution’s mission, goals, existing studies, and stakeholder community needs. The plan will provide a strategic roadmap for the museum’s development, operations, and long-term sustainability.

Introduction: The United States Navy has announced that it will construct a new museum in Washington D.C. The National Museum of the United States Navy (NMUSN) aims to tell the Navy’s story and inspire the next generation of sailors, citizens, leaders in the country. The museum aims to raise public awareness about the navy’s role in defending freedom worldwide and preserving American’s economic prosperity.

Request for Applications for One (1) Historic Preservationist Intern at the MDMR: MS DEPT OF MARINE RESOURCES

https://www.ms.gov/dfa/contract_bid_search/Bid/Details/40963?AppId=1

Introduction
The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources (“MDMR”) is currently seeking an enthusiastic Historic Preservationist intern for the Office of Coastal Restoration and Resilience/Mississippi Coast National Heritage Area. The MDMR’s Mississippi Coast National Heritage Area program purpose is to enhance, conserve, and provide connectivity to cultural resources of a unique and defined area through identification, interpretation, and promotion. These cultural resources of National Heritage Areas provide authentic experiences and serve as a source of pride and identity.

The MDMR manages all marine life, public trust wetlands, adjacent uplands, and waterfront areas to provide for the balanced commercial, recreational, educational, and economic uses of these resources consistent with environmental concerns and social changes.

Scope of Work/Job Duties
The scope of work/job duties for this position will include:

  • Developing and scheduling social media content;
  • Assisting with daily administrative tasks;
  • Collaborating with staff in developing marketing strategies;
  • Assisting with archiving and researching historic collections;
  • Procuring quotes and working with vendors;
  • Assisting with outreach events; some evening and weekend work may be required;
  • Assisting with preservation and management of historic home; and,
  • Oher duties as assigned by the Supervisor and/or Office Director.
    Minimum Qualifications
    The minimum qualifications the MDMR is seeking for the position include:
  • Education: Must possess or be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in historic preservation,
    anthropology, or history from an accredited four-year college or university. If degree is in
    progress, the candidate must have at least 32 hours of college credit. As part of the
    application, please provide a copy of your transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable).
  • Experience: Please include any training or skills related to this position in your
    application.
  • Other: Must possess a valid driver’s license (Mississippi residents must have a Mississippi
    driver’s license). MDMR will verify the driver’s license.
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    The ideal candidate will have previous coursework and thorough knowledge of historic preservation. A successful candidate will have a solid understanding of different tasks and techniques required for historic preservation. The candidate should have excellent verbal and written communication skills. This position will require interaction with diverse audiences. The candidate should be comfortable presenting to small and large groups ranging in age from young
    children to older adults of all experience levels. The ideal candidate should demonstrate the ability to implement multiple project tasks simultaneously and the ability to work effectively with others. The candidate should also have familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office and various social media platforms.
    Compensation and Hours Worked
    The internship position pays $14.00 per hour and is for a maximum of 28 hours per week. The position is for up to 10 weeks, depending on the intern’s school schedule.
    Instructions for Applying
  • Complete and sign the attached Application (all requested information must be completed.)
  • All applications should be marked: “Application for Historic Preservationist Intern”.
  • Attach your resume describing your education and prior work history, including relevant
    work experience.
  • Attach a list of at least three references (name and current contact information). References
    familiar with your job performance skills are preferable. If MDMR is unable to contact
    your references based upon the contact information you provide, your application may be
    rejected.
  • Attach a copy of your college transcript (an unofficial copy is acceptable).
    You may submit your application packet (all of the above) in one of three ways:
  • Via email to procurement@dmr.ms.gov;
  • Via U.S. mail, postage prepaid, to Procurement Office, Mississippi Department of Marine Resources, 1141 Bayview Avenue, Biloxi, MS 39530; or,
  • Via hand delivery to the Procurement Office at the above address.
    The deadline for receiving applications is April 9, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Late applications will not be accepted. You may be required to interview in person at MDMR in Biloxi, Mississippi, or by telephone.
    Questions/Requests for Clarification
    All questions and requests for clarification must be submitted by email to:
    Janie Ballew, Lead Contract Analyst, at procurement@dmr.ms.gov
    The MDMR will not be bound by any verbal or written information that is not specified within this Request for Applications unless issued in writing by the Procurement Director.
  • Equal Opportunity Statement
    MDMR will select candidates for these services without regard to political affiliation, race, color, handicap, genetic information, religion, national origin, sex, religious creed, age, or disability.

Travel grant to participate in IKUWA 8!

Travel grant to participate in IKUWA 8!

https://www.vliz.be/ikuwa8/en

IKUWA8, the 8th International Congress for Underwater Archaeology, takes place in Oostende (Belgium) from October 13th to October 17th, 2025

Participation Grants open for Eary Career Researchers from the Global South

To empower and support promising young marine professionals from the Global South, The Sea as a Good Cause – the philanthropic branch of the Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) – offers four exclusive travel grants for participation in IKUWA 8, with the generous support of C-Hotels. Each grant, valued at 2.500 EUR, covers travel, accommodation, and registration fees.

The goal of this grant is to provide four early-career scientists from the Global South with the opportunity to attend IKUWA 8, and gain valuable hands-on and in-depth experience at the conference. By facilitating collaboration between research groups across the globe, this initiative aims to stimulate professional growth and contribute to a global network of ocean research – because our ocean knows no borders.

The early career marine scientists should be enrolled in an MSc, PhD program or junior postdoctoral trajectory in marine science and be younger than 35. Read all the details in the Call for Proposals and on the IKUWA8 website.

Kind regards,

IKUWA 8

Questions for the scientific committee can be sent to Marnix Pieters (marnix.pieters@vlaanderen.be) or Jessica Vandevelde (jessica.vandevelde@vlaanderen.be).

https://www.vliz.be/ikuwa8/en/participation-grants

GEOARCHAEOLOGIST 

https://www.wessexarch.co.uk/geoarchaeologist-0

GEOARCHAEOLOGIST 

Geoarchaeologist (Supervisor) £28,066 to £31,453
Geoarchaeologist (Project Officer) £31,019 to £35,984
Based in Salisbury, other offices and hybrid working will be considered
Permanent
Reference: SALGEO.03.25
Close date: Friday 18 April 2025

Why join us? 

Bringing together leading minds and practitioners in the sector, Wessex Archaeology is a trusted archaeology and heritage service provider and educational charity. From our network of international offices, we work in partnership with our clients to deliver sustainable solutions to manage the historic environment – above ground, below ground and underwater. We are committed to our social impact. This means using the knowledge and connections we make through our commercial activities as a catalyst to engage the communities in which we work.

Join us and you’ll be part of a collaborative team committed to shaping a better future for our staff, the sector, and the world. As well as having knowledgeable and dedicated colleagues, you’ll have an opportunity to access a variety of fascinating and high-profile projects and develop your skills and knowledge along the way.
 

The role – what’s involved?  

Are you passionate about geoarchaeology and uncovering history through the study of past landscapes? We’re looking for enthusiastic, curious individuals to join our growing team amidst rising demand for our specialist services. We’re keen to hear from geoarchaeologists already working in commercial archaeology, as well as archaeologists who have some initial experience in geoarchaeology and a desire to develop a career path in this direction. 
 

You can expect to be involved in a wide range of specialist-led projects relating to terrestrial, near-shore and offshore environments, which will include specialist desk-based assessments, borehole surveys and monitoring of Ground Investigation works, Pleistocene and Palaeolithic evaluation and mitigation works, palaeoenvironmental assessments, submerged palaeolandscape assessments and much more. Wessex Archaeology is a market leader in the provision of geoarchaeological services across terrestrial, intertidal and marine environments, and current team comprises geoarchaeologists at all stages of their career, including specialists of international standing in Marine, Pleistocene/Palaeolithic and Holocene geoarchaeology.
 

You will have the opportunity to work closely with other technical experts across Geoservices, Marine Geophysics, Terrestrial Geophysics, Environmental and Geomatics), Fieldwork, Coastal and Marine and Heritage teams on some of the most exciting and high-profile archaeological sites and projects in the UK.
 

Main responsibilities will include: 

The precise responsibilities of the role will depend on the grade at which the successful candidate is appointed (Supervisor or Project Officer). Further details are provided in the role specification.
 

Candidates will ideally have a degree/post-graduate degree in geoarchaeology, archaeology, Quaternary science, or a closely related Earth Science subject. You will be confident in the description and interpretation of Quaternary sedimentary sequences with a solid understanding of depositional environments and processes. You will have strong reporting and communication skills, along with a willingness to learn and expand your knowledge. Previous experience of working in a commercial environment, including fieldwork, is desirable but not essential as training will be provided. Existing experience in British archaeology and deposit modelling is not essential as you will be given the chance to build your expertise in this area through training and mentorship. 
 

Desirable certification  

  • Hold a post-graduate qualification in Geoarchaeology, Archaeology, Quaternary Science or a closely related discipline
  • Confident in describing and interpreting Quaternary sediments in both an archaeological and geoarchaeological context
  • Experience working in a commercial environment, including fieldwork experience
  • Sound knowledge of terrestrial depositional environments and processes
  • Excellent report writing and communication skills
     

We offer:

  • 22 days of annual leave per year plus bank holidays rising to 27 after 5 years of continuous service.
  • Option to buy up to 5 days holiday per year.
  • Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme, Wessex Archaeology employer pension contribution 6.5%.
  • Life assurance scheme of three times your basic salary. 

Wellbeing and family-friendly benefits

  • Our maternity, adoption and shared parental pay is 100% for 12 weeks, 90% for 21 weeks and 6 weeks statutory, day 1 eligibility.
  • Enhanced paternity leave, up to 4 weeks from day 1.
  • 5 days of carers leave.
  • Paid sick leave from the start of a contract, with the number of days dependent on length of service.
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements where applicable.
  • Company Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – free and confidential service in the form of counselling and assistance in areas such as health and stress.
  • AIG SmartHealth – round-the-clock support for you and your family. 
     

Sustainability and other benefits 

  • Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
  • Bike2Work scheme.
  • 100% Professional membership costs reimbursed.
  • High-quality personal protective equipment (PPE) provided.
  • Free transport from regional offices to sites.
  • Time in lieu or paid time for drivers.
  • Subsistence allowance.

How to apply 

Interested in working with us? 
 

Email your completed application form and equal opportunities monitoring form by close of business on Friday 18 April 2025 to wa.applications@wessexarch.co.uk. All applications will be acknowledged within 2 weeks of the closing date. Interviews will be held in late April/early May 2025. If you have questions about the role, then please contact Alex Brown, Geoarchaeology Manager (a.brown@wessexarch.co.uk).
 

We welcome applications from people with disabilities and aim to be supportive in our recruitment and employment practices. Please let us know if you need any special arrangements or adjustments in the application or interview process. 
 

Successful candidates must have proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK by the start of their employment. 

Eighty Years On: World War II Maritime Heritage in Australasia

https://events.humanitix.com/eighty-years-on-world-war-ii-maritime-heritage-in-australasia

Event description

Celebrate National Archaeology Week with an exclusive online seminar presented by the Australasian Institute for Maritime Archaeology (AIMA), the Discipline of Archaeology at the University of Sydney, and the Sydney Southeast Asia Centre. This year, we’re commemorating the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II with a special focus on wartime ships and submarines.

Discover the fascinating world of sunken military craft and learn about the latest groundbreaking discoveries in this ever-evolving field. Our webinar will feature expert presentations on maritime wartime heritage by AIMA members and friends across Australia, Southeast Asia and the Pacific.

10 minute lightning talks followed by audience Q&A

  • Chair: Dr Natali Pearson

Dr Natali Pearson is a DECRA Fellow (2025-2027) and a Senior Lecturer in Heritage Studies in the Discipline of Archaeology at the University of Sydney. Her current research focuses on WWII shipwrecks in Southeast Asia.

  • Dr John McCarthy, Remembering I-124: A Japanese Submarine Wreck in the Northern Territory

Dr John McCarthy is a DECRA Fellow and Lecturer in maritime archaeology at Flinders University. His research focuses on digital innovation in archaeological methodology, submerged archaeological landscapes, and in European merchant vessels of the Early Modern period.

  • Hiroshi Ishi, StoryMaps of Tonoas, Chuuk Lagoon: A website to share history and heritage

Hiroshi Ishii is a Maritime Archaeologist and Program-Specific Researcher for the Maritime Asia Heritage Survey at the Center for Southeast Asian Studies, Kyoto University. His research focuses on Japanese WWII sites in the Asia-Pacific region. Hiroshi’s masters research a force-landed “Zero fighter” and the capture of its pilot during the Bombing of Darwin in February 1942.

  • Nia Naelul Hasanah Ridwan, Forgotten Battlefields Beneath the Waves: WWII Maritime Heritage in Indonesia

Nia Ridwan is a maritime archaeologist with 20 years of experience at the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries, Republic of Indonesia, and currently a PhD Candidate in Maritime Archaeology at Flinders University. Her research focuses on Underwater Cultural Heritage in Indonesia including WWII shipwrecks. She is passionate about assessing shipwreck site vulnerability, promoting community engagement in heritage preservation, and fostering sustainable shipwreck tourism.

  • Stirling Smith, “Just give me a minute, I need to take it all in”: The role of historic objects and places in the commemoration of WWII

Stirling Smith is a maritime archaeologist, heritage practitioner and the Curator of Navy at the Australian National Maritime Museum (ANMM). In 2021 he established Operation Digger, a community-based program that actively involves veterans in the recording of archaeological and heritage sites throughout NSW.

  • Patrick Morrison, Finding and understanding WWII maritime heritage in Western Australia

Patrick is a Maritime Archaeologist and Assistant Curator at the Western Australian Museum and University of Western Australia. He has recently found several shipwrecks including a Dutch WWII submarine, and has been conducting long-term monitoring of wrecks in Perth’s metropolitan waters using 3D photogrammetry.

Student jobs! Good wages. Diving. Robots. GIS. Geophysics. EIA. Outreach. Education. What more do you want?

Calling all University of Southampton archaeology students! We’ve just posted a year in employment opportunity on the jobs board… and the best bit is its paid!

Come and join us for a valuable year of on the job training.

Log in as a student and search on the jobs board for MSDS Marine!

https://mycareer.soton.ac.uk/unauth?leap=true&currentUserLocale=en_US

DOCTORAL OPPORTUNITY ALERT

https://www.port.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/research-degrees/phd/explore-our-projects/from-sail-to-steam-carbon-to-green-empowering-port-communities-in-the-global-south-sar-macau

Applications are invited for a fully-funded three year PhD, with opportunities for a visiting scholarship in Macau, to commence in October 2025.  

The Centre for Port Cities and Maritime Cultures (PCMC) is thrilled to announce an opportunity for doctoral research in the field of humanities and social science with a PhD Studentship with the ‘Sail to Steam, Carbon to Green: Empowering Port Communities in the Global South’ project.

The overarching theme of ‘Sail to Steam, Carbon to Green’ is to seek to understand the role of local knowledge and the impact of sail to steam shipping on communities and the infrastructure of international sea ports in the Global South. This will be underpinned by four PhD studies which will provide rigorous scholarly research for comparative analysis of the heritage and attitudes of people in the Global South in regard to maritime technological change and its consequences. The advertised PhD programme will focus on the port city of Macau (SAR China).

The PhD will be based in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, and will be supervised by the project leaders Dr Melanie Bassett, Dr Rudolph Ng and Professor Brad Beaven. 

This doctoral-level research programme will consist of a cross-disciplinary study combining historical research and social scientific data collection. Each study will set the context for an identified port city throughout the period of sail to steam energy transition, and also measure its effects and impacts on the communities and cultures which have remained or have grown from the creation of global port cities. The project focuses on the past, present and future importance of urban-maritime cultures and communities within a global context, which align with the key research themes of PCMC. Working with academics, creative practitioners, funders and local community groups, the project will explore the relationships between urban and maritime spaces and seek to bring in local voices.

This exciting opportunity covers tuition fees and includes an annual stipend at the UKRI rate,  a generous travel allowance for the student to conduct national and international research, and a ‘community engagement fund’ to enable the student to co-produce impactful responses to the historical research and current challenges associated with energy transition.

The PhD is funded by Lloyd’s Register Foundation (LRF) and supported by the University of Portsmouth’s Centre for Port Cities and Maritime Culture in the School of Area Studies, History, Politics and Literature. The visiting scholarship is supported by the University of Macau who will host the student as a visiting scholar. Additional research and dissemination support is offered by the Macau Maritime Museum. 

Science DIVER: Introduction to Scientific Diving

Science DIVER: Introduction to Scientific Diving

The Center for Education and Lifelong Learning of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki welcomes you to the Science DIVER: Introduction to Scientific Diving, a 91-hour course via online meetings and practical training.

Scientific diving is nowadays an acknowledged scientific endeavor that requires theoretical and specialized skills. Several public and private organizations are occupying divers for their research activities addressing the archaeological, biological, geological, ecological, engineering, and technological aspects, but also the communication needs of the so-called, by the UN, Ocean Science and Ocean Literary. This training course provides autonomous divers with the basic knowledge and skills for scientific diving, as described by ISO 8804-1 (Scientific Diver), through a series of lectures, scientific discussions, workshops, and a set of at least 10 dives for the application of theoretical knowledge and the development of practical skills. Upon completion, participants receive 4 ECTS and a certification by the Center for Education and Lifelong Learning, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.

The Scientific Director of the Programme is Alex Tourtas, Archaeologist PhD, Researcher, Scientific Diver and SCUBA Instructor. The Academic Director of the Programme is Kimon Papadimitriou, Dr Ing Rural and Surveying Engineering, Lecturer at the School of Rural and Surveying Engineering, Scientific Diver and SCUBA Instructor.

Duration: 91 hours

Certificate/ECTS: YES/4

Cost: 1350 €

Discount: 1080€ (-20%) for Staff working at the AUTH or other universities of the country, Students (Bachelor, Master, PhD) of the AUTH and of other universities of the country, Unemployed people, European Youth Card holders, Members of families with many children

Spring Cycle 2025

  • Start Date: 01 April 2025
  • End of the course: 20 June 2025

Applications are submitted online from 28/01/2025 to 31/03/2025

Autumn Cycle 2025

  • Start Date: 01 October 2025
  • End of the course: 20 December 2025

Applications are submitted online from 28/02/2025 to 22/09/2025

More information and applications: https://kedivim.auth.gr/en/programs/science-diver-5-6-en/

Research Assistant: ‘Sea-Works’–the ‘underwater lives’ of shipwrecks

Seeking RA: ‘Sea-Works’–the ‘underwater lives’ of shipwrecks

Dear colleagues,

I seek to employ an RA to collaborate with me toward ‘Sea-Works’ (working title), a digital resource which intends to facilitate public encounters with maritime-archaeological artefacts while opening those artefacts to novel, and plural, interpretive pathways. In principle, the resource will present 3D models of artefacts from the Western Australian Museum’s shipwreck collections while scaffolding them with a textual apparatus designed to help viewers attend to such artefacts’ formal, temporal, and agential multiplicities. The models already exist (in Sketchfab). What the project requires are the contributions of a colleague interested in (and ideally experienced with) practices of digital exhibition, especially as those practices intersect the methods and knowledges of the oceanic and more broadly humanities, and/or literary studies. Collaborative tasks, which would unfurl over the near term, might include surveying pertinent models of digital exhibition; testing digital tools for their potential utility; and assembling a body of pertinent texts. The quantity of work will be determined through discussion. This project is made possible by Australian Research Council Linkage Project ‘Mobilising Dutch East India Company collections for new global stories.’

With thanks,

Killian Quigley
killian.quigley@acu.edu.au

Protected Wreck Association seeks new members

https://www.bsac.com/news-and-blog/protected-wreck-association-seeks-new-members/?&&type=rfst&set=true#cookie-widget

The Protected Wreck Association (PWA) safeguards the UK’s underwater heritage. Jane Maddocks explains why BSAC members should get involved.

Calling all BSAC members who currently dive on wrecks that are protected by any of the laws protecting wrecks in the whole UK, civilian or military: in the late 70s and 80s over 500 ordinary recreational divers like you and me dived the Mary Rose. We made an amazing contribution to the cultural heritage of the UK, and guess what – we are still doing it.

Artifact Conservator

https://jobs.myflorida.com/job/TALLAHASSEE-DOS-LABORATORY-TECHNICIAN-IV-45000298-FL-32301/1271420200/

Requisition No: 848514 

Agency: Department of State

Working Title: DOS – LABORATORY TECHNICIAN IV – 45000298

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 45000298 

Salary:  $37,420.00 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 04/10/2025 

Total Compensation Estimator Tool

Department of State

Laboratory Technician IV

Division of Historical Resources

Bureau of Archaeological Research

Open Competitive

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Six (6) years of direct work experience in Anthropolgy, Musuem Studies, History or closely related field; OR a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropoloy, Museums Studies, History or closely related field and two (2) years experience working in a conservation laboratory; OR a Master’s degree in Anthropology, Museum Studies, History or closely related field. 
  • Knowledge of conservation techniques required for the treatment of archaeological objects
  • Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures

Preferences:

  • Knowledge of the archaeology of Florida or the Southeast region of the United States
  • Experience using collections management systems
  • Experience engaging with the public in a museum/collection setting

Special Note:

Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported in your employment history.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Bureau of Archaeological Research is responsible for the stewardship of archaeological resources on state-owned and managed lands and sovereignty submerged waters in Florida. The Collections and Conservation Section maintains the state’s archaeological collections, which consists of millions of objects representing over 14,000 years of Florida’s history. A successful applicant will assist with the conservation of an average of twenty-one objects a month, ranging from historic period ceramics, wooden canoes to large metal anchors. Responsibilities include:

  • Conserving marine and terrestrial archaeological objects, including metal, ceramic, and organic artifacts
  • Processing, organizing, and documenting archaeological objects, ensuring accurate record-keeping and database management within the Collections Management System
  • Collaborating with the conservation team to monitor facility and equipment maintenance, including procuring supplies, scheduling equipment inspections, and maintaining a clean and organized laboratory workspace
  • Participating in public outreach initiatives to promote the Collections and Conservation Section, including conducting laboratory tours and representing the Bureau at external events
  • Instructing and training conservation interns and volunteers with the Historic Conservator
  • Other duties as required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Basic archaeological conservation knowledge of marine and terrestrial objects, including documentation and photography
  • Knowledge of conservation materials, chemicals, safety procedures, and best practices
  • Ability to travel and work outdoors when required
  • Strong computer literacy focused on the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 2016 or later, and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds and climb ladders

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: A Level 2 criminal background check is a condition of employment.  If selected for this position, you must provide your fingerprints.  We will send your fingerprints to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a criminal background check.

IMPORTANT NOTICES:

We are committed to enhancing our workforce through the employment of Veterans, individuals with disabilities and seek qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds, abilities, skills, and talents to join our workforce.

Male applicants born on or after January 1, 1960, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: https://www.sss.gov

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. 

Indonesia Postgraduate Students in Maritime Archaeology

Attention Indonesian Postgraduate Students!

Dreaming of a career in Maritime Archaeology? Dive into the Master of Maritime Archaeology at Flinders University, an LPDP-approved program that could be your gateway to an exciting future!

Fully Funded Opportunity: The LPDP scholarship covers your studies—don’t miss this chance!

Deadline: May 5, 2025 (Plenty of time to prepare!)

Need Help? We’re here to assist—reach out to us today!

More info: LPDP Scholarships (https://lpdp.kemenkeu.go.id/storage/beasiswa/targeted/page/file/targeted_page_file_1740453858.pdf)

Application details: https://lpdp.kemenkeu.go.id/en/beasiswa/targeted/beasiswa-lpdp-australia-awards-scholarship-aas-2025/

Study at Flinders University – a global leader in Maritime Archaeology!

Contact us for assistance!

Current vacancies: Marine Geophysicist, Maritime Archaeologist and Marine Heritage Consultant

MSDS currently have a large volume of work and are involved in many high-profile projects, including offshore renewables, multi-national infrastructure and work on behalf of national heritage agencies. As a result, we are looking to expand our team by recruiting three new posts based at our head office in Holbrook, Derbyshire.

The current vacancies are:
– Marine Geophysicist
– Maritime Archaeologist
– Heritage Consultant (Marine)

Work for MSDS Marine – Vacancies

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.

https://www.aclcareers.com/apply?gnk=job&gni=8a7885ac922b0cc3019248327eaa5419

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:

West Coast Itineraries (with extensive knowledge of either)

  • Puget Sound & Alaska – Topics should include Marine Wildlife, Glaciers & Ice Fields, Native American & Alaskan Native Cultures, Geology, Forests & Ecosystems, Exploration & Settlement, and The Fishing & Seafood Industry.
  • The Columbia & Snake Rivers – Topics should include Lewis & Clark, Native American Culture, Geology, Wildlife & Ecology, Wine & Agriculture, and Hydropower & Dams, Mt. St. Helens, the Oregon Trail and River Navigation.

Mississippi River (& Tributaries) Itineraries

  • Extensive knowledge of the Upper or Lower Mississippi, Ohio, or Tennessee & Cumberland Rivers.
  • Topics should include The Civil War & Historic Battles, The Louisiana Purchase, Agriculture & Industry, River Navigation, Music & Cultural Contributions, Culinary Traditions, Native American Cultures, Mark Twain & Literature, Floods & River Management, and Architecture & Historic Homes.

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 sites across the nation.

ASOR Call for Papers: Boston and Hybrid

2025 CALL FOR PAPERS—ASOR Annual Meeting

From the chair:

This conference is generally Near East/Mediterranean focused, and this will be my first year chairing the “Recent Work in the Archaeological Sciences” session and I know in the past it has been one of the smaller sessions. As a lot of marine archaeology employs archaeological science techniques and research approaches, I am hoping that some people would find the session interesting!

“Work with the archaeological sciences (broadly defined) in the Near East or Mediterranean? Share your research in the “Recent Work in the Archaeological Sciences” session at ASOR’s Annual Meeting in Boston (or virtually) this November! We are not accepting abstracts through 15 March. https://www.asor.org/am/2025/call-for-papers-2025”

2025 E/V Nautilus Expeditions Overview for Scientists Ashore

2025 Season Kick-Off Webinar for Scientists Ashore

From May-September 2025, E/V Nautilus will conduct 6 multi-disciplinary expeditions that will map and explore deep-sea priority areas in the Western Pacific, including expeditions to the Mariana Islands, the Solomon Islands, the Marshall Islands, and Wake Atoll. We will host the 2025 Season Kickoff Webinar on Tuesday, March 18 at 5 pm ET, during which we will provide an overview of the science objectives of 2025 expeditions, as well as outline the planning process for each mission. We encourage researchers from all disciplines and career levels to attend this introductory webinar, and learn how to participate in the planning and implementation of E/V Nautilus expeditions as Scientists Ashore.

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/vU1cWvuhTy2RB8Rv8q6AWg#/registration

Register as a Scientist Ashore

If you would like to participate in our 2025 expeditions as a Scientist Ashore, or remain on expedition email lists, please complete the form at the link below.

https://nautiluslive.org/join/scientists-ashore-program

CREAMARE: 3D Meets Gamification in Underwater Heritage Exploration

https://www.argophilia.com/news/creamare/240670/

CREAMARE—a project proving that saving shipwrecks can be more exciting than it sounds—merges the thrill(?) of educational gaming with stunning 3D technology. Think of it as scuba diving without fear of leaky oxygen tanks or awkward wetsuits. The concept is simple: take dry archaeological facts, throw in some virtual goggles, and gamify the whole thing.

What exactly is gamification, you ask? It’s turning something boring—like learning—into something fun. Here, players don the role of virtual divers, tasked with exploring actual Mediterranean shipwrecks and archaeological treasures. Along the way, they learn the grim truths about pollution, destructive human activity, and other threats these underwater relics face.

So yes, they are exploring history while trying to save it. Is it nerdy? Sure. But it’s also oddly satisfying.

The University of Bradford is inviting applications for a PhD studentship in Archaeological Sciences, funded through the ERC Synergy Subnordica project. The student would be based at the Submerged Landscapes Centre, in the School of Archaeological and Forensic Sciences, at the University of Bradford.

https://www.findaphd.com/phds/project/comparative-studies-of-flevoland/?p183067

This PhD studentship is integrated into work package 1 of the ERC Synergy Subnordica Project, which will develop methodologies to identify areas of archaeological potential in deep waters of the southern North Sea. The successful candidate will work on the comparative analysis of the Flevoland datasets to consider proxy design strategies for the prospection of submerged palaeolandscapes in the southern North Sea. The candidate will work closely with the wider Subnordica team, and our partners, including TNO, Groningen, and Gemeente Almere, the latter responsible for current archaeological work on Flevoland.