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/al-and-behavioral-modelling/?p183068

This PhD studentship is integrated into work package 5 of the ERC Synergy Subnordica Project, which will combine data from across the entire project into a set of predictive models for comparative analysis across case study regions. The successful candidate will work on the development and application of AI/Machine learning and behavioural modelling within the North and Baltic seas, utilising legacy and new data collected as part of the wider project. The candidate will work closely with the wider Subnordica team, and our partners, in order to integrate data across a number of case study areas.

The successful candidate will start this project in October 2025.

Training in Underwater Archaeology and Digitization of Underwater Cultural Heritage

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The Center of Archaeology, University of Montenegro, and the International Centre for Underwater Archaeology in Zadar (under the auspices of UNESCO and UNESCO UNITWIN network for Underwater Archaeology) invite interested individuals from Montenegro and Albania to apply for a specialized training program in underwater archaeology and digital documentation of underwater
cultural heritage.

This training is organized as part of the WRECKS4ALL 2.0 project, co-funded by the IPA South Adriatic Programme, aiming to enhance capacities for digital documentation, preservation, and management of underwater cultural heritage (UCH). Participants will gain essential underwater archaeology skills and expertise in 3D digitization through photogrammetry.

Research Diving Methods Summer Course at Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (June 30 – July 18, 2025)

Research Diving Methods Summer Course at Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (June 30 – July 18, 2025)

RESEARCH DIVING METHODS

June 30 – July 18, 2025

Instructor: Kyla Flook (ASU BIOS, Dive Safety Officer)

Course Overview 

The Research Diving Methods (RDM) course aims to familiarize participants with the fundamentals of scientific diving, both theoretical and practical. Research methods and practices are taught in class and then subsequently rehearsed on SCUBA during open-water sessions in the field. Underwater research techniques include navigation, search and recovery procedures, rescue diving, proper usage of lift bags and mapping techniques. A series of introductory science lectures provide the basic understanding of why and how marine scientists study communities using SCUBA. These lectures are integrated with field work to practice data acquisition using a range of methods and equipment, such as underwater surveys to measure coral communities, coral condition monitoring to measure coral bleaching and disease, coral recruitment surveys, reef fish counts, seagrass surveys, common restoration techniques and underwater cementing, blue water diving to study planktonic communities, and marine archaeology. By the end of the course, participants will be trained to the standards defined by the American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS), of which ASU BIOS is an organizational member. Future renewals will be subject to AAUS requirements. During the course, participants will also have the option to elect into additional specialist PADI qualifications, such as Advanced Open Water and Rescue Diver. 

This course is aimed at all SCUBA enthusiasts who are looking to expand their experiences and skill sets whilst being immersed in marine science. In addition, given the usefulness and increasingly common employment of SCUBA as a research tool for marine science, undergraduate students possessing underwater research training will enjoy a competitive advantage. The course syllabus and further information can be found here

Prerequisites:

Participants must already be SCUBA certified (minimum of open water certified or internationally recognized equivalent). A minimum of 12 dives and at least one dive in the past six months is highly recommended. Per AAUS guidelines, participants are expected to provide all their own equipment as well as proof of recent gear servicing (regulators and BCD) within the 12 months prior to the course. To be permitted to dive at ASU BIOS, you must complete, and return to the Dive Safety Officer, various forms and meet certain medical safety standards, which will require a physical examination from a health practitioner prior to arrival in Bermuda. The student dive information package (SDIP), including all such forms and supplemental information, will be provided after notification of acceptance on this course.

Application deadline April 30, 2025

Full course details, prerequisites and application instructions are available here.

Suitably qualified applicants of all nationalities are eligible to apply for scholarship funding towards course fees, which include 3-weeks tuition, campus accommodation and meals. We do not award scholarships for travel related expenses, visas or medical/travel insurance, which are the sole responsibility of participants.

To apply for a scholarship please fill out the appropriate section of the application form.

Questions? Please consult the Summer Course FAQs or contact us at bios.education@bios.asu.edu

Objects Conservator

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/jobs/4834392/objects-conservator

Primary Purpose of Position:

The Objects Conservator position is part of the Collection Section at the North Carolina Museum of History and answers to the Collections Manager. The primary responsibilities are to conserve and preserve the NC Museum of History objects collection by examining and assessing artifacts required for exhibits and pending loans and participates with the Collections Section in general to promote the general health of the artifact collection. 

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Collaborate with the Senior Objects Conservator and Textiles Conservator(s) on mutual projects
  • Supervise temporary conservation assistants, interns, and volunteers
  • Write treatment proposals, treat artifacts, complete treatment synopsis, and other reports and enter this documentation, including images, into the computerized artifact database.
  • Act as lead or advisor for contracts with outside conservators in private practice as required. 
  • Conduct conservation surveys of gallery light levels; monitors building climate and pest intrusion, and spot checks security of museum exhibit displays. 
  • Develop guidelines of levels of artifact care and encourages implementation of such guidelines
  • Promote safety in the lab spaces
  • Work collaboratively within the Collections Section, on exhibit teams, and within the larger museum staff environment. 
  • Communicate effectively with patrons and staff

Position/Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 35 lbs. with or without accommodation.
  • Ability to work up to 6 feet on a ladder.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
  • Must be able to work Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm.
  • Must have the flexibility to occasionally work evenings and weekends and occasionally make overnight trips.

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https://www.ncmuseumofhistory.org/

Dissertation Research Fellowship in Maritime and Naval History

Dissertation Research Fellowship

February 2025

  • Amount: $2,000
  • Closing Date for Applications:  April 1, 2025
  • Send Application Materials To: NASOHBradford@gmail.com
  • Announcement of Award:  NASOH Annual Conference, Natchez, Mississippi, May 15-17, 2025

The North American Society for Oceanic History is offering one  dissertation research fellowship in North American naval and maritime history for 2025.  The fellowship is named in honor of NASOH past-president Dr. James C. Bradford, in recognition of his distinguished contributions to the field of American naval history.

Eligibility: Applicants must have completed all requirements for the  Ph.D but for dissertation at the time of application and have an approved dissertation proposal on file at their degree-granting institution.

Students studying any period and aspect of North American naval and maritime history, broadly defined, are encouraged to apply. Questions about eligibility should be directed to: NASOHBradford@gmail.com

Application Documents: Applications should include:

1). A completed and signed application cover sheet (the blank application cover sheet is available to dowload below.

2). Curriculum Vitae;

3). Copy of approved dissertation proposal;

4). Description of the status of the project (not over 1,000 words);

5). Brief statement of proposed use of the fellowship funds;

6). The names and contact information for the dissertation committee chair and two other individuals asked to submit letters of recommendation.

Submission and Deadline: All application materials and letters of recommendations are due on April 1, 2025 and should be sent by e-mail with pdf attachments to: NASOHBradford@gmail.com

Selection: Applications will be evaluated by a three-person committee of NASOH members.

Re-Posted Recently: Salem State University is seeking adjunct professors with interest and experience teaching maritime or underwater archaeology. 

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4155411115

https://careers-salemstate.icims.com/jobs/3044/adjunct-faculty-%28ce%29%2c-department-%28specialty%29/job

Salem State University is seeking adjunct professors with interest and experience teaching maritime or underwater archaeology. Teaching assignments will include classroom lectures and maritime field methods, other subjects will depend upon the expertise of the candidate and needs of the program.

Salem State University values, celebrates and appreciates diversity in all its forms and endeavors to create a space that reflects the campus community population which it serves. Our students come to Salem State University from 38 states and 48 countries and reflect the demographics of the greater Boston community in which we live. We are passionate about providing an experience for them and our fellow staff and faculty, where everyone can feel supported while they explore, learn, and celebrate their identities, similarities, and differences. We welcome you to come celebrate with us and become a member of our community.

Work collaboratively with faculty, in a school with future-directed leadership and a collective focus on academic excellence, success of our students and faculty development.

This posting will be valid for three years to build a sufficient adjunct pool.

Required Qualifications

  • Master’s degree
  • Teaching experience
  • Demonstrated commitment to collaboration and collegiality
  • Demonstrated field experience in maritime or underwater archaeology
  • Strength and potential for excellence and leadership in community engagement and university services

Preferred Qualifications

  • Appropriate terminal degree
  • College-level teaching experience at the undergraduate levels
  • Experience teaching a multicultural populations
  • Knowledge of ship construction and recording

Working Conditions

This is a on site, in person position with on-campus, in-person responsibilities which may require occasional work on evenings and weekends.

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr@salemstate.edu.

Application Instructions

  • Please apply online and attach curriculum vitae, cover letter, and (unofficial) transcripts transcripts for all degrees
  • Adjunct positions are temporary for one semester only, with a possibility for re-hire. All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Adjunct positions are not eligible for H1B Visa sponsorship
  • Pre-Employment Background check will be conducted for all selected applicants
  • Application review will begin immediately and continue until an adequate pool is developed

EEO Statement

Salem State University is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. Persons of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.

Internship in coastal geoarchaeology/geomorphology: Holocene evolution of European coastal dunes. Reconstruction from archaeological data. (5-6 month internship)

Internship in coastal geoarchaeology/geomorphology: Holocene evolution of European coastal dunes. Reconstruction from archaeological data. (5-6 month internship)

This internship is offered as part of the project entitled “DuneScape – Holocene Coastal DUNES Chronology and Adaptation of Past communities to the sand invasion along European coasts”. This interdisciplinary project involves different European researchers (France, Poland, Spain and Portugal) from various disciplines (archaeology, sedimentology, geomorphology, geology, biology). Along the Atlantic coast of Europe, a large number of studies have focused on the Holocene coastal dune morphodynamic with the objective of reconstructing the periods of dune installation and aeolian remobilisation, both in time and space. Most of these studies have demonstrated that the morphodynamic of Holocene coastal dunes is characterised by a succession of sand-drift events alternating with periods of dune stabilisation. Periods of dune stability have been reconstructed by the radiocarbon dating of dune paleosols interbedded within aeolian sand deposits, while Optically Stimulated Luminescence (OSL) dating has been used on sandy material to date sand-drift events. However, some regions are still relatively poorly documented, mainly due to the low conservation of interbedded paleosols and the limited deployment of OSL dating. A recent study carried out on the Atlantic coast of Northwest France has developed an original method based on the analysis of existing archaeological documentation. Thus, a primary objective of this project is to apply this method to other study contexts, especially in Portugal, Spain, and Poland, in order to improve existing chronologies. This internship is intended for students with a background in archaeology, geoarchaeology, geography, geomorphology or geology who are interested in interdisciplinary approaches in paleoenvironmental sciences. Knowledge of coastal archaeological and/or geomorphological contexts in Spain and/or Portugal would be appreciated but is not mandatory. Knowledge of one or more of the project partner languages (Polish, Spanish, Portuguese or French) would also be an advantage. The scholarship student was working in partnership with other SEA-EU students. The duration and timing of the internship can be adapted (to a limited extent) to the student’s academic constraints.

The Experiential Educator and Museum Program Assistant: Egan Maritime Institute

https://eganmaritime.org/jobs#job-opportunties

The Experiential Educator and Museum Program Assistant is responsible for designing and delivering immersive, hands-on learning experiences that engage diverse audiences. This role involves developing interactive educational programs, assisting with public events, and fostering community engagement to enhance visitor experiences. The ideal candidate is passionate about experiential learning, storytelling, and innovative public programming that connects people with Egan’s mission, collections, and exhibitions. This is a seasonal position with lots of growth potential.

Key Responsibilities:

Experiential Education & Interactive Learning

  • Develop and lead experiential, hands-on educational programs, workshops, and guided tours for schools, families, and adult audiences.
  • Use interactive teaching methods, storytelling, role-playing, and object-based learning to create engaging visitor experiences.
  • Assist with Egan’s k-8 Tall Ship Lynx Education programming.
  • When the Museum is “in season,” assist on the “floor” as needed.

Public Program Development & Coordination

  • Assist with museum-centric public programs, including lectures, panel discussions, live demonstrations, performances, and hands-on activities.
  • Collaborate with guest speakers, artists, and community partners to develop dynamic and meaningful events.

Program Evaluation & Administration

  • Track attendance, collect visitor feedback, and analyze program impact.
  • Maintain records, program schedules, and reports for internal and external use.
  • Stay updated on best practices in experiential learning, museum education, and audience engagement.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Bachelor’s in Museum Studies, Education, Public History, Art History, Anthropology, or a related field. Will consider a student pursuing an advanced degree as well.
  • Experience in experiential education, museum programming, or public engagement.
  • Strong public speaking, storytelling, and facilitation skills.
  • Ability to develop hands-on, interactive experiences that engage diverse audiences.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Familiarity with digital tools, multimedia platforms, and social media for program promotion.
  • Passion for museums, cultural heritage, and experiential learning

Work Environment & Schedule:

  • Requires flexibility, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays for special events. Some physical activity, such as walking, standing for long periods, and lifting materials, may be necessary.

Office Culture & Personal Characteristics

  • Can manage and motivate employees
  • Can build and foster teamwork and collaboration
  • Can stay calm and level-headed in tense and hectic situations
  • Can juggle multiple tasks during the day
  • Can listen carefully and learn quickly
  • Desire to help other people grow
  • Desire to be part of the community
  • Desire to encourage and foster creativity in the team

EMI is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, application for military service, or any other status protected by applicable law. EMI is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from minority candidates.

Nothing in this Job Description restricts EMI’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. This position is at-will, which means that either EMI or the employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice and for any reason or no reason.

Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal

Pay: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Relocation assistance

Schedule:

  • Evenings as needed
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Micronesia Study Abroad – Summer 2025

Greetings!

I am excited to announce that my research group and I will be taking students with us to Micronesia again this summer, June 2025. As part of UD Study Abroad, we will travel to exotic Chuuk, Micronesia to search for U.S. aircraft lost in World War II that are associated with service members missing in action.  I have been traveling to Chuuk since 2018, and it is an amazing place – this experience will be life changing for any student, as last year’s class will attest. I have attached a flyer with additional information.

In this course, students are intimately involved in every aspect of our rewarding work. Alongside an interdisciplinary team (marine biologists, historian, archaeologist, engineer, oceanographer and computer scientist), students will:

  • Map the seafloor with cutting-edge ocean technology;
  • Explore the historical records of this part of the world;
  • Participate in documentation of an archaeological site;
  • Map coral reef communities;
  • Work with large environmental databases;
  • Visit historical and cultural sites;
  • Experience the language, food, culture and people of the Pacific Islands;
  • Snorkel in this amazing coral reef environment (those that are certified science divers through AAUS may dive with the research team; those recreationally certified (e.g. PADI, NAUI, etc.) will have opportunities to dive though a local dive shop.)  

COURSE DETAILS

  • The 6-credit course, which counts for Discovery Learning Experience,  is ENSC 464 – Environmental Internship, and it focuses on participation and experiential learning–not on testing and evaluation. 
  • All the course details and costs can be found here: https://abroad.udel.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgramAngular&id=10241
  • Study Abroad also has financial assistance available. 
  • Please note that the deadline to apply is February 20, and space is limited to 12-14 lucky students.

For more information, please contact mmoline@udel.edu

I look forward to another great group of students this summer.

Regards,
Mark A. Moline
Harrington Professor of Marine Studies
School of Marine Science and Policy
College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment
mmoline@udel.edu

Qualified Maritime Archaeologist

https://apply.workable.com/search/j/5EEF229D36/

SEARCH has an immediate opening for a Part-Time, Temporary, Qualified Maritime Archaeologist (QMA) to join our maritime team on offshore archaeological monitoring projects and learn about renewable energy development of the Outer Continental Shelf. The immediate need is for offshore deployment starting as early as May 15, 2025, for up to six weeks.  Mobilization and demobilization dates may change, so candidates must remain flexible between May 15 and August 15, 2025. Opportunities for a Full-Time permanent role may be offered during project lifetime or after project completion.

Travel time is paid, including mid-project travel for breaks. Travel days are considered part of rotations. Lodging is single room accommodations and SEARCH pays per diem (no receipts needed) at a usual rate of $50/night and $25 on demobilization days. SEARCH offers a competitive benefit plan including MEC Health Plans and a 401k plan with a safe harbor and company match after an enrollment period.   

Qualifications Required:

  • Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field.
  • Demonstrable experience or equivalent specialized training in maritime archaeology.
  • Meet the Secretary of the Interior (SOI) qualifications for archaeology.
  • A valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
  • Ability to work in the offshore environment for extended periods of time.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


Qualifications Preferred:

  • Knowledge of material culture found in offshore environments.
  • Approved BOSIET and offshore medical physical.

Application Requirements:

  • Cover letter
  • Resume

Please send inquiries about the position to jorge.quintana@searchinc.com. Include the Job Posting code (QMA-25) in the subject line.

Underwater Archaeologist

Mizen Archaeology is Ireland’s leading underwater archaeology company, providing professional underwater and land-based services to both the public and private sector. Due to continued growth we are now seeking a License eligible underwater archaeologist to join our team in Kinsale, Co. Cork, Ireland.  We provide ongoing training/career development opportunities to all our employees to support them to develop and thrive in our company.

Key responsibilities and tasks include

Direction & Management of archaeological projects

Historical research and compilation of desktop studies

Archaeological surveys of in-land waterways and maritime sites

Archaeological monitoring of ground works on land-based, in-shore and off shore projects Participating in archaeological dive projects

Archaeological excavations

Compilation of archaeological impact assessment report

Post-excavation work including handling, analysing, and recording waterlogged remains

Requirements (Essential)

License Eligible archaeologist for a minimum of one year

Experienced in archaeological evacuation and the direction and management of archaeological teams

Strong academic background. Qualified to at least Masters level in Underwater Archaeology or equivalent.

A minimum of two years’ experience in commercial underwater archaeology

HSE/HSA recognized diving qualification and commercial diving experience

Knowledge and understanding of Irish archaeology, planning and legislation

Ability to work independently and take responsibility for programmes of work

Requirements (Desirable)

Powerboat certificate

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Adobe Illustrator and 3D modelling software

Salary:  €40,000 – €50,000  per annum depending on experience/qualification

Hours of work: 39 hours a week

How to apply: CV’s to recruitment@mizen.ie

Closing Date: 17 March 2025

Re-Advertised: Marine Archaeologist – offshore wind

https://tetratech.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/6451

Tetra Tech RPS Energy is adding a Marine Archaeologist to our Marine Consenting & Environment team. This role will support on client projects within the offshore wind and other offshore/coastal sectors.We operate a hybrid working arrangement and you can be based in Chepstow, Edinburgh, Woking, Aberdeen or London. We have flexible working opportunities, including part time roles, to ensure a balance of family and working life.We are at the forefront of the industry – delivering offshore infrastructure projects in complex marine environments including offshore wind farm developments. Our experience includes 20 years working across the UK, wider Europe, Americas, Australia and Asia. You’ll become a member of a deeply experienced marine consenting and environment team who have been selected as the lead Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA) consultant for some of the industry’s major “firsts”. These include the world’s largest offshore wind farms at the point of being constructed: Orsted’s Hornsea One, Two and Three, and Scotland’s largest offshore wind farm SSE’s Berwick Bank. 

To read more about our Marine, Consenting and Environment team follow this link: https://shorturl.at/JuLh

Your Role:

  • Ensure reports are written to a high standard and comply with our Information Management System requirements, are properly formatted, checked for grammar and spelling and where applicable, relevant copyright statements etc.
  • Manage data as relevant to marine archaeology and human environment for input to reports/projects
  • Develop an understanding of how marine development impacts marine archaeology and human environment topics and aid in compiling specialist advise for our clients
  • Learn how to understand and author a variety of reports relevant to marine development and EIA
  • Develop an understanding of the client’s requirements on projects, attend client level project meetings and design team meetings and participate in the discussion where appropriate
  • Work closely with our project managers to ensure delivery of your technical specialist area on time and within budget.
  • Continue to develop and promote the work of the marine archaeology team internally and externally.
  • Share client contacts and information with others to allow cross-selling within the team and wider business.
  • With support, start to represent the company at external events including those related to professional membership and business development
  • Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
  • Demonstrate Our Behaviours whilst at work.


Qualifications:

  • You’ll have a good understanding in the areas of EIA, Marine Planning and Marine Archaeology 
  • You will hold a Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Marine Archaeology or similar
  • Experience of using Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  • Knowledge if using Microsoft Office 365, Adobe and industry specific packages and online services
  • Good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships with team, colleagues, clients, and external bodies alike

Museum Specialist (History)

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/830659900

You will serve as a Museum Specialist (History) in the Hampton Roads Naval Museum (HRNM) of HAMPTON ROADS NAVAL MUSEUM.

  • You will conduct research with primary and secondary sources for exhibit scripts and artifact labels.
  • You will serve as chief editor of and writer for The Daybook, the official publication of Hampton Roads Naval Museum (HRNM).
  • You will coordinate assignment of articles and review and edit input from volunteers and staff.
  • You will respond to all research questions from military and public sources.
  • You will provide general maintenance to the website and is the museum’s point of contact regarding website operation.
  • You will provide management and content for the museum’s social media platforms.
  • You will research and write educational presentations for the public and naval commands.

Research Fellow in the sedaDNA of Ancient Ports

University of Southampton – Landscape Dynamics and Ecology

https://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DLT768/research-fellow-in-the-sedadna-of-ancient-ports

Full Time Fixed Term (until 31/05/2028)

We are looking to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to be part of the PortGEN Project team with special responsibility for the extraction, analysis and application of sedimentary ancient DNA (sedaDNA). The purpose of this role is to undertake sedaDNA and related research in accordance with the specified research project under the supervision of the award holder Professor Tony Brown.

Port harbors are the umbilical cords of civilizations uniting land and sea and can provide a unique ‘window’ on population, diet/health, technology and environmental change. Being the lifeblood of complex societies, ports can reveal how society adapted to changing environmental conditions, from disease to floods. So far, the ‘past of ports’ has been explored using archaeology, texts, plant/animal remains (seeds and bones), microfossils (e.g. pollen) and geochemistry. Since the discovery that extra-cellular ancient DNA can be preserved in sediments 20 years ago, it has been used in lakes, estuaries, floodplains, soils and marine sediments. Recent research outside archaeology has shown that shallow-marine sediments can retain DNA for thousands of years as so-called ancient sedimentary DNA (sedaDNA).

Important recent studies of the sedimentology and geomorphology of ancient ports has have also allowed us to understand both the processes of siltation and the effects of dredging. This is critical to deriving reliable time-sequences spanning well-defined periods in Classical antiquity. These advances will be coupled with some new sedimentological techniques (portable optical stimulated luminescence), which will be trialed on two smaller port sites in southern England and one in the south of France. The sedaDNA will be largely identified using metabarcoding, which involves DNA extraction and then using polymerized chain-reactions (PCR) to amplify targeted regions of ancient DNA sequences from the sediment. But we will also use techniques that do not use PCR, to look at DNA quality and a variety of micro-biological remains including pathogens and even bacteria from the human and animal guts.

So PortGEN will be the first project to systematically explore this potential using harbour sediments, much already collected and from some of the best-known ports in the ancient world. This includes Classical ports at (Rome (Ostia, Portus), Venice, Ephesus & many more. The project is highly collaborative with the CNRS in France (Strasbourg), The Southampton Marine and Maritime Institute in the UK, experts on the Mediterranean world, and a large number of site excavators. It is believed that PortGEN will provide new insights into the lives & economic activities of ancient civilizations.

A working knowledge and experience in sedaDNA is desirable but not essential as candidates with research experience in cognate fields (e.g. biomarkers, molecular ecology, palaeoecology) may be considered as full training in sedaDNA methods can be provided.

The School of Geography and Environmental Science is committed to fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion https://www.southampton.ac.uk/geography/about/equality-diversity-and-inclusion.page]. The School are committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offer a range of family friendly policies, flexitime and flexible working. We are a Disability Confident employer and the School holds a bronze Athena SWAN award. 

Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification.  The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.

Re-Advertised: Research Specialist II, Submerged Gulf of America Landscapes

https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMU_External/job/College-Station-TX/Research-Specialist-II–Submerged-Gulf-of-America-Landscapes_R-081311

The Center for the Study of the First Americans, Texas A&M University, is seeking a Research Specialist II to undertake research on the submerged archaeological landscapes of the Gulf of America, formerly known as the Gulf of Mexico, under the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) funded project ‘Reevaluating BOEM’s Guidelines for Identifying Submerged Pre-Contact Archaeological Sites in the Gulf of America: a Geoarchaeological Approach’. The Research Specialist II, Submerged Gulf of America Landscapes, will use legacy survey data made available by project partners, as well as new data, to support project partners’ and BOEM’s ongoing work to update and refine methods for detection and examination of submerged landscapes across the Gulf of America. The selected candidate’s full-time effort will be dedicated to actively formulating, analyzing, and testing scientific predictions on the preservation and discovery of submerged terrestrial sites in collaboration with project partners, including Tribal entities. Additional responsibilities consist of empirical methods (utilizing legacy and new remote sensing data) and theoretical modeling (mathematical, statistical, and computational).

What You Need to Know

  • Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience
  • Special Note: Due to this position’s salary having all or a portion of it being funded by grants or contracts, the continuing salary and overall employment is contingent upon availability of these funds in the future
  • Hybrid/Remote Work Option: Due to the nature of this position, a hybrid or remote work arrangement may be available for workplace flexibility

Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
  • 6 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • PhD, “All But Dissertation” status
  • Strong track record of journal article publications, external funding
  • Experience in geophysical data analysis
  • Previous experience with sub-bottom profiler data facility with SonarWiz, Kingdom Suite, or ArcGIS
  • Underwater archeological experience
  • Experience with writing and utilizing R code for modeling purposes
  • Experience with Indigenous consultation.

Responsibilities:

  • GIS Landscape Modeling: Develop updated/refined regional paleolandscape reconstructions to identify the aerial extent and below-seabed depth of areas in the GOM with the potential to contain preserved pre-Contact archaeological remains as well as those areas with low or no potential.
  • R survey modeling: Assess BOEM survey guidelines and methodologies for identifying preserved paleolandforms and potential pre-Contact archaeological sites.
  • Tribal Consultation: With project partners, engage tribal communities to seek their perspectives on the purpose, design, and results of this study and incorporate these perspectives into the landscape and survey models.
  • Data management: With project partners, make sure that new data and legacy data are properly maintained with metadata kept to international standards.
  • Report and article preparation: Provide support with project team on quarterly and annual reports, prepare articles on findings.

ARCHAEOLOGICAL CONSERVATOR

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Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum (JPPM), an agency of the Maryland Historical Trust, within the Maryland Department of Planning, is recruiting for a full time, permanent Archaeological Conservator.   JPPM is located on 560 scenic acres along the Patuxent River in Calvert County, Maryland, and is the State Museum of Archaeology and a center for both regional and statewide archaeological research.  It is home to the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory (MAC Lab), which houses over 9 million artifacts.  www.jefpat.maryland.gov

The Conservator examines and documents objects, performs analytical tests, prepares treatment proposals, performs conservation treatments including mechanical and chemical treatment, package or mount artifacts for transport, storage or display, and submits full reports of all activities, thus fulfilling contractual obligations and providing revenue generation for the Conservation Program of the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory.

Position duties include, but are not limited to: 

  • Conservation Surveys: Carry out condition and conservation surveys for revenue generating projects to determine conservation priorities. 
  • Documentation and Photography: Record technical information into the conservation database for the purposes of producing Conservation Reports for clients. Take before and after treatment photographs as part of the Conservation Report submittal.    
  • Artifact Treatment: Carry out passive and interventive conservation treatments, including but not limited to mechanical cleaning, desalination, structural fills, environmental packaging and reconstruction. Ensure that all work is performed in compliance with the American Institute of Conservation’s Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice.
  • Technical Monitoring: Perform quantitative tests throughout chemically interventive treatments such as vacuum freeze drying, desalination and PEG impregnation.
  • X-radiography/Analytical Testing: X-ray artifacts in conjunction with conservation surveys or as needed to perform specific conservation treatments. Perform material characterization tests to assist archaeologists and curators in their research of artifacts or to identify materials to determine appropriate conservation treatments.
  • Personnel Interaction: Work with Head Conservator and clients to determine conservation needs and to develop appropriate conservation strategies. · Keep staff up to date regarding treatment progress and developments. Package or mount artifacts for transport, storage or display
  • General lab maintenance  
  • Assist with JPPM sponsored events        

Funded UNIQ+ program Internship – ‘Considering Maritime Archaeology in Marine Spatial Planning’

Funded UNIQ+ program Internship – 'Considering Maritime Archaeology in Marine Spatial Planning'

General Information:

The UNIQ+ program is a research internship that is for UK undergraduate students (ordinary residents) from underrepresented and disadvantaged backgrounds. It is an experience in postgraduate research, where you will join a project led by (and therefore meet and work with) research staff and graduate students, attend training skills and information sessions, and have the opportunity to take part in different events.

Details:

The internship will run from Monday 7 July to Thursday 21 August, and the selected candidate will work on a project supervised by Professor Damian Robinson and a doctoral student.

The project is titled ‘Considering Maritime Archaeology in Marine Spatial Planning.’

This project addresses the critical gap between marine science, maritime archaeology, and environmental research at a time when climate change presents unprecedented challenges to our oceans. By examining both the divergent frameworks and the absence of shared vocabulary across these disciplines, we aim to bridge these divides. The research focuses on how maritime cultural landscapes – or cultural seascapes – operate within planned marine spaces globally, exploring how maritime archaeology aligns with international biodiversity and economic objectives. Our ultimate goal is to demonstrate that integrating heritage and ecological considerations can not only enrich environmental research but also create mutual benefits across all aspects of marine spatial planning.

Interns will be involved in analyzing documents and datasets that relate to marine spatial planning (MSP) and maritime archaeology both in theory and practice. Tasks will include setting up parameters for systematic reviews, reviewing documents, and creating a database to organize the findings. Interns will also work with GIS tools to compile data and analyze it using Python. There’s also the potential to conduct interviews with leading organizations like NOAA, BOEM, DEFRA, and Natural England.

For your work, you will contribute to a journal publication and listed as a coauthor. By the end of the programme, you will have developed expertise in marine spatial planning as it relates to heritage and will gain valuable research skills. You’ll learn how to set up and run a systematic review, create a database, and work with GIS and data analysis tools.

To apply, you should:

  1. Be ordinarily resident in the UK (this means your residence shouldn’t primarily be for studying).
  2. Be in the process of completing, or have already completed, your undergraduate degree at a UK or Irish university.
  3. Have completed at least one full year of study if you’re still an undergraduate.
  4. Not have started or be studying for a PhD/DPhil, nor have an offer for one.
  5. Meet one of the criteria listed here: https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/graduate/access/uniq-plus/eligibility-requirements

For this project, applicants should ideally be studying for a degree in archaeology, environmental studies, geography, or a related subject. You should have solid research skills in areas like humanities, social sciences, or life sciences. Familiarity with GIS, R, or systematic reviews would be helpful but is not required.

How to Apply: Applications are now open, and we encourage applications. For more information about how to apply, please visit https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/graduate/access/uniq-plus/application-guide. The application closes at 12:00 midday (UK time) on Wednesday 19 February 2025.

For more details about UNIQ+ and the available research opportunities, please visit https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/graduate/access/uniq-plus/about.

  • A payment of at least £3,300 for the seven-week programme (taking place Monday 7 July to Thursday 21 August) designed to offset any loss of the opportunity to take up paid employment during the summer. The stipend includes a contribution towards any expenses that may be incurred travelling to and from Oxford; and
  • free-of-charge accommodation in Oxford

Assistant State Archaeologist – Underwater

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/jobs/4799011-0/assistant-state-archaeologist

State of North Carolina Underwater Archaeologist

This is an advanced professional, administrative, and field position in evaluating and managing archaeological resources throughout the State.  Employee directs projects in the conservation and management of historic and prehistoric archaeological sites, both on land and underwater, and at state-owned historic sites.  Employee reviews project and technical evaluation reports from archaeological investigations by independent contractors or agencies and is responsible for planning and supervising field and laboratory work in excavation, analysis, exhibition, and publication of archaeological sites.  This position is a specialist in underwater archaeology requiring specialized training in SCUBA diving, boat handling, marine remote sensing, and use of associated equipment.  Employee reports to a higher-level archaeologist or the State Archaeologist and performs related duties as required.

Education Internship NC Maritime Museum Beaufort

https://www.smallmuseum.org/jobs/13454478

About:

The Education Section of the North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort is in search of a well-qualified, energetic, and responsible student to fill the role of Education Intern for the Summer of 2025. The intern will assist instructors with our annual Summer Science School classes to teach children in grades 1-4 about fishing, pirates, and model boats. The intern will also assist with outreach programs for youth organizations, community events, and field trip programs guided by full-time education section staff. Additional opportunities may exist for helping with work at the Bonehenge Whale Center in Beaufort.

This is a great opportunity for students pursuing a degree in various programs, including education, history, marine science, biology, museum studies, natural sciences, and cultural resources. The ideal candidate does not need to be enrolled in one of these specific programs, an interest in our museum and a desire to teach elementary age children and general audiences in informal settings is more important!

Expectations 

  • The intern must be over the age of 16 and project a good image for program participants and museum guests.
  • They should maintain a neat appearance and friendly, mature demeanor.
  • It is preferred that the intern is certified in first aid and CPR, knows how to swim, and is comfortable working outdoors.
  • Interns will need to comply with the dress code requested of class participants (i.e., closed-toe shoes, field clothes, etc.) while at work, program sites, in museum facilities, and in or near water. Presentable attire for a public museum setting is required.
  • Interns must provide their own personal materials, field clothing, appropriate footwear, water bottle, etc.
  • Interns are responsible for providing their own means of transportation to and from work.

Schedule

Length of Internship: 8 weeks, June 17, 2025 – August 8, 2025.

Work Schedule: Part time, Monday – Friday, typically 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., days and hours will vary depending on workload, averaging 20 hours per week.

Stipend Amount: $2,000 Disbursement amount/frequency: first disbursement of $1,000 will be July 2nd, second amount of $1,000 will be July 30th .

How to Apply

Submit a resume containing your school and course of study, work and volunteer experiences, two professional and one personal reference, and your contact information, to both Associate Education Curators, Christine Brin and Courtney Felton, via e-mail by April 15, 2025.

To: Associate Education Curator Christine Brin, christine.brin@dncr.nc.gov Associate Education Curator Courtney Felton, courtney.felton@dncr.nc.gov

More Info

For more information about the internship call 252-504-7743. To learn about the North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort follow this link: https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/

To learn about the Summer Science School program administered by the museum follow this link: https://ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com/nc-maritime-museums-summer-science-program/

Please note that the main museum building will be temporarily closed in 2025 while under construction. A re-opening date has not been set. Most work for the internship will be based out of the museum’s Watercraft Center, offsite for outreach programs, at the partner facility Bonehenge Whale Center, or in the field at various locations

Seeking experts on Hamilton & Scourge shipwrecks of Lake Ontario for documentary

Seeking experts on Hamilton & Scourge shipwrecks of Lake Ontario for documentary
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I’m developing a documentary on the Shipwreck of the Hamilton & Scourge! Seeking experts on the ship if anyone has a dad or knows someone who is knowledgeable on the ships or is knowledgeable about shipwrecks, war of 1812, has antique military weapons any contacts I can speak with is very appreciated. This is something I will be filming in February from 2nd-13th! I’m super excited about the project.

Ever since seeing the movie into the blue as a kid I’ve loved shipwrecks. That movie is the reason I got my scuba diving license, learned to sail. Now having spent 9 years film making in my spare time I’ve decided to make a big run at doing it for a career so this is where I’m starting. I will be exploring shipwrecks and creating a fun show doing so, speaking with experts and showcasing certain things I can’t release just yet.