Re-Advertised: Maritime Historian

Position Overview

The Maritime Historian at Canadian Adventure Charters Ltd. (CAC) plays a pivotal role in the success of the Corporation. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the Maritime Historian is responsible for conducting historical shipwreck research, preparing comprehensive reports, and providing expert guidance to CAC, investors, and regulators. This position ensures historical data management aligns with CAC’s mission, values, goals, operating principles, and strategic initiatives

About Canadian Adventure Charters Inc (CAC)


Canadian Adventure Charters (CAC) operates in the ultra-luxury research expedition and deep-sea submersible charter industry. Our elite clientele, consisting of high-net-worth individuals, are offered exclusive and unforgettable voyages to explore the world’s most remote coastlines, breathtaking underwater sites, and historic shipwrecks—all in unparalleled comfort and style.

Our fleet consists of cutting-edge Research Explorer Ice-classed Vessels and Submersibles, registered under DNV & ABS classifications. These state-of-the-art vessels are equipped with the latest technology, ensuring both safety and luxury for all expeditions. With substantial untapped potential in the luxury yachting and submersible sector, CAC is strategically positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities within the global market.

Key Responsibilities


• Conduct historical research and draft detailed reports on shipwrecks, including government funding programs and projects aligned with CAC’s strategic initiatives.
• Identify, document, and analyze historic shipwrecks, including warships, merchant vessels, and passenger ships lost in Canadian waters, particularly in Newfoundland & Labrador, The Northwest Passage, Baffin Islands, and the Arctic regions.
• Build and maintain relationships with investors, regulators, stakeholders, and global maritime museums.
• Oversee and manage historical maritime art, cultural artifacts, treasures, and high-value shipwreck cargo portfolios valued between $1B-$10B.
• Provide expertise on significant historical maritime events, such as World War I & II naval battlefields, pirate treasures, and legendary maritime explorations.
• Maintain extensive knowledge of John Cabot’s voyages, Viking explorations, and European maritime history related to North America.
• Collaborate with film and entertainment industry partners, including The History Channel, on historical documentary productions related to shipwrecks and treasure discoveries (e.g., Oak Island).

• Utilize underwater sonar mapping and archaeological survey methodologies to analyze shipwreck sites.
• Ensure adherence to corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and confidentiality protocols.
• Support expedition planning, mapping, and data analysis to enhance CAC’s operational efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience


• Ph.D. in Maritime History, Archaeology, or Shipwreck Recovery.
• 15+ years of experience working with maritime museums globally, including in Canada, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Scotland, Ireland, England, the UK, the EU, Spain, Africa, and the USA.
• Proven leadership experience with at least 10 years in a senior director role overseeing economic and business development in maritime exploration, luxury yachting, and treasure recovery.
• Expertise in historical artifact identification, shipwreck cargo valuation, and preservation of maritime cultural heritage.
• Extensive experience managing investor relations and networking with Fortune 500 companies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex historical information to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects under tight deadlines while balancing multiple priorities.

Preferred Skills & Expertise


• Experience with deep-sea exploration, submarine operations, and offshore adventure tourism.
• Strong understanding of climate change, global warming, and marine research impacts on historical sites.
• Ability to design, direct, and supervise archaeological projects, including Phase I, II, and III underwater excavation processes.
• Knowledge of historical navigation routes, storm-related shipwrecks, and naval warfare.

Application Process


To apply, candidates must submit a detailed cover letter explaining their background and interest in joining Canadian Adventure Charters, along with a comprehensive resume/CV. Applications should be sent to
info@cacsd.ca

For more information about Canadian Adventure Charters, please visit our website at www.cacsd.ca. 

This is an extraordinary opportunity for a renowned maritime historian to contribute to groundbreaking research and high-profile exploration missions while engaging with some of the world’s most prestigious investors and institutions

Palau Study Abroad – Winter 2026

Greetings!

I am excited to announce that my research group and I will be taking 14 lucky students with us to the tropical Republic of Palau next Winter, January 2026. As part of UD Study Abroad, we will travel to exotic Palau 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 Palau since 2010, and it is an amazing place–this experience will be truly life changing for any student. 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/Dive 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/_portal/tds-program-brochure?programid=10282

•             Study Abroad also has financial assistance available.

•             Please note that the deadline to apply is April 20, and space is limited to 12-14 lucky students.

INFORMATION SESSIONS

I will be holding information sessions via Zoom on the following dates/times

Wednesday, April 2 at 7pm

https://udel.zoom.us/j/96644819473

Tuesday, April 8 at 7pm

https://udel.zoom.us/j/94722146471

Anyone who can’t make a session and wishes to set up an individual time to chat, please let me know (mmoline@udel.edu).

I look forward to another great group of students this coming winter.

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