If you or someone you know is an underwater archaeologist looking to do more to safeguard irreplaceable archaeological sites and promote a robust and inclusive narrative of maritime history, the Advisory Council on Underwater Archaeology (ACUA) encourages you to consider serving on the ACUA’s Board of Directors.
Please send your suggestions or an expression of interest to ACUA Board Chair, Jennifer McKinnon (chair@acuaonline.org), by end of day on Saturday, February 15.
Board members serve for four-year terms and must be registered members of the SHA to be considered. Elected members must remain actively registered members during their entire board term and must physically attend three out of the four annual Board meetings held during the SHA conference (two out of four meetings for international members). Board members are expected to contribute actively to the organization, participate in the ACUA’s various committees, and serve as mentors during the annual ACUA mentorship initiative.
Please note that ALL scholarship applications are due annually on March 31st (except CMAUCH applications).
Support for developing education at Masters, Doctoral and Post Doctoral levels is offered by the Foundation in conjunction with a variety of international academic institutions (see below) to students and scholars from the region (Lebanon, Cyprus, Syria and Egypt).
The Foundation also offers a PhD scholarship to enable students from the region to undertake doctoral research in maritime archaeology at a university of their choice.
Successful candidates must demonstrate a genuine interest in maritime archaeology and would be expected to develop the subject in their home country upon completion of their studies.
Terms and Conditions for HFF Scholarships can be found here.
It is the responsability of the applicant to ensure they meet the requirements for the programme & have applied by the programme deadline.
We are looking for a marine geophysicist (m/f/d) to join our team as soon as possible.
Trident Archäologie is a leading provider of marine archaeology services, working mainly in coastal and offshore areas, but also in rivers and lakes. As the EU branch of the international Wessex Archaeology company group, we offer an attractive and varied working environment.
While Trident Archäologie specialises in delivering expert, data-driven advice to offshore renewables industry, we support many other sectors and developments in offshore, coastal and inland waterways, working with a wide range of stakeholders supporting Underwater Cultural Heritage in Europe and worldwide.
Trident Archäologie has grown rapidly in recent years and we are now seeking to appoint a Marine Geophysicist to join our experienced team based in Germany, Poland and the Netherlands. This opportunity also offers the successful candidate the chance to work alongside geophysicists within our UK-based parent company, Wessex Archaeology, which is the largest team of archaeological marine geophysicists in the sector, working on projects from around the world.
The appointment can be with either our German or our Dutch office, with flexible and home working arrangements considered. The salary expectation for a full-time position will depend on the applicant’s qualifications and experience.
The successful applicant will assist in the production and delivery of a range of marine geophysical projects. The primary responsibilities of the role include:
Processing and archaeological interpretation of a range of marine geophysical data sets (sidescan sonar, magnetometer and multibeam bathymetry);
Interpretation of 2D and 3D shallow seismic data for quaternary geological classification;
Ensuring all work and resulting reporting is carried out in accordance with relevant standards and guidance;
Survey design, data acquisition and quality control of third party marine geophysical surveys.
Essential skills for the role include:
A good degree in a relevant subject (e.g. Geophysics, Archaeology or Earth Sciences);
Experience in marine geophysical data processing and interpretation;
Shallow geological interpretation from seismic or Sub-Bottom Profiler data;
The ability to interrogate, interpret and integrate data from numerous sources;
Good organisation skills, and prior experience working to deadlines;
The ability to write and communicate clearly, and experience in producing technical reports in English (B2 level or better);
Good knowledge of typical computer applications, especially MS Office;
EU Driving license;
Happy to work from a home office and to work extended hours during fieldwork projects;
Flexible and happy to integrate in changing project teams and working with colleagues across our group;
EU passport or the right to live and work in the EU.
Further desirable skills for the role include:
German or Dutch language skills at B2 level or better;
Good GIS knowledge (ArcGIS, QGIS);
Experience of software development in python and other languages;
Prior experience in the offshore survey industry;
Current offshore sea survival (GWO/Bosiet) and offshore medical certificates;
Eligible for Dutch KNA certification.
Applications
Candidates are invited to send their application, together with a copy of their CV, via e-mail only to jobs@trident.eu.comby 10th February 2025.
For all queries, please contact us at info@trident.eu.com or by telephone on +49 381 77999999.
Whilst Trident Archäologie welcomes applications from all sections of the community and is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, it is essential that the successful candidate must by the start of their employment have permission to work in the EU. Proof of identity and eligibility to work in the EU will be required prior to commencement of employment.
The Earth and Ocean Lab at the Department of Geography, University College Cork wishes to appoint a Post-Doctoral Researcher to undertake the I-POINT project. Shipwrecks are anthropogenically derived seafloor features with important cultural heritage that may form biodiversity ‘hotspots’ in otherwise barren parts of the seabed. In recent times, their presence has typically been considered a hazard to trade and navigation (shipping routes), energy (renewable energy development) and marine resources (trawling). However, a relatively lesser studied hazard is the pollution potential of shipwrecks given their composition, cargo and long-term exposure to the marine environment that can up-concentrate shipwreck-derived pollutants akin to placer deposits. The I-POINT project is a multi-disciplinary, multi-institutional research project that: i) identifies, maps and ranks the distribution of polluting shipwrecks around Ireland, and ii) quantifies the impacts of the most intensely polluting shipwrecks. To do this, we propose a data-driven assessment of online archives, historical records, peer-reviewed literature using a Python-based automatic web-scraping method (or suitable alternative). Key wrecks from this assessment will be analysed and surveyed (multibeam, magnetometry, side scan sonar, sediment sampling and ROV-based photogrammetry). The resulting survey data will be processed and used in hydrodynamic modelling using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations. This assessment will determine the controls on pollution, the distribution of pollutants and their variance under changing marine environmental conditions. On a broader scale, the real impact of this research will be the creation of a legacy report aimed at informing policy makers and other stakeholders at how to best manage and remedy shipwreck-based pollution on the short (5 years) and long term (50 years). The project is funded through the Marine Institute Post-Doctoral Fellowship. The appointed candidate will take a lead role on this project from all aspects of the research through to project logistics and administration. Post-Doctoral researchers within the Earth and Ocean lab typically gain experience in student supervision, grant writing and teaching as part of their career development.
The candidate should have a PhD in a closely related discipline or subject area (essential). They should be able to demonstrate experience with managing a research project. They should have experience and knowledge in at least one of the following: seafloor mapping and imaging (ROV-derived photogrammetry; multibeam sonar or side scan sonar); Python programming; sedimentology and sediment analysis (geochemical and particle size); marine CFD modelling; Irish shipwrecks (heritage and policy). The appointee will work directly with PI’s at University College Cork and University College Dublin, and will be expected to engage with a range of external stakeholder organisations.
Project Title: Instability and Pollution Potential Mapping of Irish Shipwreck Sites for a National Risk Assessment Database (I-PoINt)
Research FieldGeography » OtherEducation LevelPhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
The primary focus of the Postdoctoral Researcher will be research however a particular emphasis during this stage should include:
To conduct a specified programme of research under the supervision and direction of a Principal Investigator/Project Leader.
To engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities as required by the Principal Investigator, School or College in order to develop research skills and competencies.
To gain experience in grant writing.
To engage in the dissemination of the results of the research in which they are engaged, as directed by, with the support of and under the supervision of a Principal Investigator.
To become familiar with the publication process.
To acquire generic and transferable skills (including project management, technical skills and postgraduate mentoring/supervision).
To engage in the wider research and scholarly activities of the research group, School or College.
To interact closely with postgraduate research students who are studying for a Masters or a PhD and possibly have an agreed role in supporting these students in their day to day research in conjunction with an academic supervisor.
To carry out administrative work to support the programme of research.
To carry out additional duties as may reasonably be required within the general scope and level of the post.
To contribute to costing research grant proposals and assist in the financial management of a research project.
Specific Requirements
Essential Criteria
A PhD qualification in marine geoscience, marine science, marine archaeology, engineering or a related field.
Appropriate research experience.
Experience in one of the following are essential: acquisition and processing of marine geospatial data; sediment analysis; marine CFD modelling or Shipwreck pollution.
Knowledge of Irish Shipwrecks is highly valued.
Experience of Python programming and/or seafloor mapping is desirable
Appropriate technical competence and accomplishment.
A capability of working within a project team to achieve results.
Good communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
A commitment to gaining practical experience working on a research project.
Ability to work well within a team.
Please note that Garda vetting and international police clearance check may form part of the selection process.
During the late Pleistocene and Early Holocene, Northern Europe was populated by mobile hunter gatherers. Due to their non-sedentary lifestyle, traces of these societies are difficult to find, which hampers our understanding of how they lived and developed. Some parts of the SW Baltic Sea, however, only drowned in the Holocene and may therefore preserve anthropogenic structures and landscapes from these Palaeolithic/ early Mesolithic times. Recently, a submerged stonewall, likely a Stone Age architecture used for hunting, has been discovered in the SW Baltic Sea.
A 3-years project (SEASCAPE) is funded by the Leibniz Association aiming to understand in more details this structure, identify other hitherto unrecognized Stone Age megastructures, and reconstruct the paleo-environment in which these structures were build. The SEASCAPE project involves archaeologists, geologists, geophysicists and paleoclimatologists from the Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research Warnemünde (IOW), the Leibniz-Zentrum für Archäologie (LEIZA), the University of Rostock and Kiel University.
In the frame of the SEASCAPE project, the Marine Geology Department of the IOW is seeking for two PhD students to:
Geo 06/2024 Analyse sediment cores retrieved from basins in the SW Baltic Sea. The sediments will be used in a “multi-proxy” approach (sedimentology, organic and inorganic geochemistry, micropalaeontology) to reconstruct paleoenvironmental conditions during the late Pleistocene and early Holocene, when the stonewall might have been build.
Geo 07/2024 Analyse marine geophysical (seismic, multibeam echosounder, side-scan sonar) and visual data to reconstruct the detailed morphology and texture of the stonewall and search for other submerged Stone Age architectures at the bottom of the Baltic Sea.
The wealth of well-preserved submerged archaeological sites of Holocene hunter gatherer-fisher communities in the SW Baltic Sea is an outstanding characteristic of the region. Detailed geophysical surveys of such areas have the potential to reconstruct landscapes on a microregional scale and help to define preferred zones of Stone Age inhabitation and thus optimal zones for archaeological exploration.
The PhD position is within the framework of the European synergy grant project SUBNORDICA funded by the European Research Council (ERC). The project investigates drowned landscapes in the North Sea and the Baltic Sea. It combines expertise from the Universities of Bradford (UK) and Aarhus (DK), the Museum Moesgaard (DK), the Lower Saxony Institute for Historical Coastal Research (D) and the Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research Warnemünde (D) as well as further European partners.
The PhD position will investigate the drowned landscapes surrounding submarine archaeological sites in the SW Baltic Sea. The research objective is to reconstruct the topography of different paleolandscapes on the basis of geophysical data (seismic, multibeam echosounder, side scan sonar) and to interpret them with the help of archaeological and geological data.
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
You will serve as an ARCHAEOLOGIST in the Underwater Archaeology Branch of the Collection Management Division of NAVAL HISTORY AND HERITAGE COMMAND.
You will serve as the Underwater Archaeology Branch Historic Preservation and Field Operations Section Head and lead the section through performing a variety of regular and recurring duties.
You will plan, conduct, oversee, interpret, report, and publish on maritime archaeological fieldwork and material culture research in fulfillment of all applicable laws and federal regulations and Command priorities.
You will serve as a principal archaeological investigator on organic or collaborative missions, and oversee permitted activities pertaining to the search, survey, identification, documentation, and excavation of sunken and terrestrial military craft.
You will ensure regulatory compliance and engage in extensive consultations and collaboration on issues related to the management and research of Navy’s ship and aircraft wrecks globally.
You will consult and collaborate with foreign governments, Department of Defense counterparts, federal and state agencies, and an array of stakeholders.
You will ensure digital data and hard copy documents associated with archaeological operations and cultural resource management responsibilities are appropriately organized and archived.
Since 1974, the Our World-Underwater Scholarship Society™ has provided firsthand experiences in underwater-related disciplines to young people considering careers in the underwater world. Each year a scholar is selected from North America, Europe, and Australasia to work with leaders in marine-related fields partaking in endeavors ranging from scientific expeditions, underwater research, field study, laboratory assignments, equipment testing and design, photographic instruction, and/or other specialized assignments. Scholars spend a year traveling extensively to gain exposure and get hands-on experiences in activities that will contribute to a well-rounded education. Each year, the incoming interns and scholars are provided with membership in the Explorers Club.
North America
The society offers summer internships in North America for 1-3 month periods to college undergraduates and graduating seniors. Internship recipients receive a grant to help fund travel to/from site, room and board, and a stipend to cover living expenses. Our current North American internship sponsors include the American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS), Divers Alert Network (DAN), the National Park Service (NPS), and the REEF Environmental Education Foundation.
Location: Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Eastern Region
Supervisor: Program Operations Manager (Sanctuary Community Engagement)
On-site Coordinator: Chief Historian, Office of National Marine Sanctuaries
Status: Full-time, Exempt, No direct reports, Two-year term position
What We Need
The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is a leading voice for U.S. protected waters, is seeking a Maritime Archaeologist who works with the Foundation and NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries (ONMS) as the primary point of contact for maritime archaeology and history. Specifically, the Maritime Archaeologist will be responsible for assisting with the sanctuary designation process and supporting related cultural resource management activities in the Eastern Region.
In 2023, the Biden-Harris Administration directed the Department of Commerce to move forward with the designation process for five nominated national marine sanctuaries. These designation efforts support President Biden’s America the Beautiful initiative by expanding the National Marine Sanctuary System, addressing inequitable access to the outdoors, and supporting locally-led conservation.
This role is currently offered as a two-year term position. Position may be extended based on continued availability of funding; however, availability of funding is not guaranteed. The Maritime Archaeologist supports the scope of a federal cooperative agreement award between the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation and ONMS that focuses on public engagement in the designation process of new national marine sanctuaries. This position is seated within the ONMS Headquarters Office, Maritime Heritage Program to support the Eastern Region.
The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation is committed to a culture of inclusion, equity, and belonging. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We honor experiences, perspectives, and unique identities, and welcome the contributions that you can bring to the dedicated team. With a diverse team of employees, we can grow and learn better together and achieve our mission to protect the health of the ocean, coasts and Great Lakes for current and future generations.
What You’ll Do
Support sanctuary designation efforts in the Eastern Region by contributing to sanctuary proposal documents, including Environmental Impact Statements, sanctuary management plans, and relevant environmental reviews conducted by ONMS, such as the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA).
Support the Maritime Heritage Program’s buildout of the Maritime Anthropological Resource Information System to inventory cultural resources in the Eastern Region and assist with other Maritime Heritage Program initiatives, including development of policy and guidance documents.
Apply subject matter expertise in the field of maritime archaeology to support the identification, documentation, evaluation, and preservation of cultural resources within the Eastern Region. This includes both application of expertise in supporting historical and background research and supporting archaeological fieldwork efforts.
Support the planning and execution of field operations related to archaeological resource identification and documentation, which may include scientific diving activities and operation of remote sensing equipment (e.g., magnetometer/gradiometer, side scan sonar, multibeam echosounder, sub bottom profiler, Remotely Operated Vehicles, autonomous systems) along with related data-processing, analysis, and technical report preparation.
Conduct historical research on sanctuary resources and assist with research and data collection to determine eligibility of sites for listing in the National Register of Historic Places.
Support development and implementation of maritime and cultural heritage protection, education, outreach, and research programs. Develop outreach products and policy documents. Provide content for communications materials, including the development of new content for web pages, social media, exhibits, publications and other public facing communication efforts. Develop, coordinate, and support outreach events and public events highlighting the science and work of the proposed national marine sanctuaries.
Identify and foster external partnerships.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications:
Master’s Degree or PhD in maritime/underwater archaeology or a closely-related field.
Four years of archeological work experience that demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the fundamental principles and theories of professional archeology.
Archeology field experience, which may include that gained in an archeological field school. Field experience should include a combination of professional experience in archeological survey (including site documentation methods and remote sensing survey), excavation, laboratory analysis, data processing, and preparation of written materials. Applicants with such field experience should, after additional experience under the direction of a higher-grade archeologist, be able to demonstrate the ability to be a crew chief, directing the work of others at a single location as a part of a larger archeological project.
Strong communication skills both written and oral, to include experience writing technical reports detailing the results of archaeological survey and historical and archival research, and preparing content for public engagement and outreach purposes.
Ability to meet the Secretary of the Interior Professional Qualification Standards for Archaeology (36 CFR Part 61).
Preferred Qualifications:
Registered through the Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA).
Why You Will Love Us
The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation (“Foundation”) is a leading voice for U.S. protected waters, working with communities to conserve and expand those special places for a healthy ocean, coasts, and Great Lakes. The Foundation works in close partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to increase stewardship of our ocean and Great Lakes through on-the- water conservation projects, and education and public outreach activities, and by support for research. Together, we safeguard species and the places they call home, and support coastal communities and economies.
Dedicated and passionate staff committed to marine and Great Lakes Conservation
Generous leave policy, plus paid time off the week between December 25 and January 1; and 12 paid holidays
Health benefits: Medical with an FSA option, dental, and vision
Foundation paid Life and Disability insurance
Preparing for the future: 403(b) with employer contribution after one year of service
Compensation and Benefits: $68,000 to $78,000 annually based on experience. The Foundation offers a competitive benefits package.
Applications must include a cover letter, resume, and at least three professional references. Applications received by December 23, 2024 will be preferred.
Location: Eastern Region with opportunity for hybrid remote work.
SEARCH has an immediate opening for a Submerged Pre-Contact Archaeologist/Geoarchaeologist to join our Offshore Wind Sector to support offshore wind projects throughout the nation. This is a full-time salaried position based out of our Pensacola, FL office, though accommodations for remote work may be considered on an individual basis depending on the candidate’s location and qualifications.
The position will be responsible for processing and interpreting marine geophysical data (including magnetometer/gradiometer side-scan sonar, sub-bottom profiler/seismic, and multibeam echosounder), with a specialization in subsurface data interpretation and paleolandscape reconstruction for the identification of ancient submerged landform features. The position also requires knowledge of the acquisition and processing of geoarchaeological cores from a marine environment, travel to various processing laboratories, and occasional monitoring on a marine survey contractor vessel during core acquisition. The candidate will have solid technical writing skills and the ability to produce reports for review by subject matter experts on behalf of federal, state, and tribal agencies under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the National Environmental Policy Act. The candidate also will be detail-oriented and organized, work well with others, and be able to work efficiently on simultaneous projects under tight deadlines.
We provide a flexible work environment, a professional and collaborative atmosphere, and a wide range of projects and opportunities for our staff. SEARCH offers a competitive total compensation package with strong health and wellness and retirement plans. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, group term life insurance, 401(k) plan with match, 10 paid holidays per year, and accrued paid time off (PTO). Pay is commensurate with education and experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain the highest professional image for our clients, coworkers, media, and general public;
Complete work under budgetary assignment and project and permitting timelines;
Communicate project status and developments with Offshore Wind Sector Leader, Principal Investigators, and Project Managers;
Assist with the development of project-specific research designs;
Support GIS, data analyses, and reporting for offshore wind projects;
Perform offshore wind specific laboratory work and analyses;
Extended travel to non-local laboratories to process geoarchaeological cores;
Occasional extended time as a QMA monitor on an offshore vessel;
Uphold the highest reporting standards; and
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications Required:
Master’s degree in Anthropology, History, Historical Archaeology, or a related field; Experience within a maritime archaeology environment encompassing time in field, laboratory, and office (graduate field school acceptable);
Knowledge in the acquisition, processing, and interpretation of sub-bottom profiler/seismic data;
Experience with geophysical acquisition and processing software (e.g., Chesapeake Technology SonarWiz);
Proficiency with MS Office Suite;
Familiarity with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (Title 54 U.S.C. § 306108) and its implementing regulations (36 CFR Part 800); and
Technical writing experience.
Qualifications Preferred:
Background/training in sedimentology and stratigraphy, particularly in a marine environment;
Experience with the collection, processing, and documentation of sediment cores from submerged environments;
Familiarity with geologic ground models;
Experience engaging with Native American Tribes/Tribal Nations;
Proficient with S&P Global (formerly IHS Markit) Kingdom software (Seismic Direct and Geophysics) and Esri ArcGIS;
Magnetometer, side-scan sonar, and multibeam echosounder data acquisition, processing, and interpretation;
Experience preparing reports for government agency review; and
Familiarity with the National Environmental Policy Act (Title 42 U.S.C. § 4321 et seq.) and NEPA Substitution for Section 106 (36 CFR § 800.8).
Application Requirements
Cover letter;
CV/resume;
Minimum of three professional references; and
Writing sample (upon request).
Other Important Need-To-Know Info:
Must be willing to occasionally travel out of town at a moment’s notice for extended periods of time.
Applicants must be eligible to be employed in the United States.
SEARCH is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.
SEARCH is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
SEARCH is an Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
Employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory verification of criminal, education, driving, and/or employment background checks as well as passing results from a pre-employment drug screen.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or, if requested, to participate in an interview, please let us know.
Benefits
SEARCH Compensation and Benefits include:
Competitive Salary
Per Diem (for overnight travel)
SEARCH-subsidized Group Health Insurance (including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage)
SEARCH-provided Short-Term Disability Insurance
SEARCH-provided Long-Term Disability Insurance
SEARCH-provided Group Term Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Emergency Travel Assistance
Generous 401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Holidays (10)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Merit-Based Raises, Bonuses, and Promotions
About SEARCH:
Over land and under water, SEARCH is an archaeology firm that deploys the full spectrum of cultural heritage services worldwide. SEARCH2O, its maritime program, is at the forefront of historic shipwreck and submerged pre-contact archaeology, paleolandscape reconstruction, and deep-water archaeology. SEARCH’s staff are cultural resources industry leaders, pioneers, and subject matter experts across 45 Market, Regional, and Research Sectors. Since 1993, SEARCH has completed more than 4,500 commercial and government projects in 48 US states, 6 US territories, and 36 countries spanning 7 continents and 4 oceans. By integrating science, technology, and creativity, SEARCH harnesses the power of the past to advance the projects, places, and people it serves.
SEARCH recognizes the importance of the offshore wind industry to our nation’s energy future and therefore established the Offshore Wind Sector to provide dedicated cultural resources support to developers. SEARCH employs one of the nation’s largest team of professionals, including Qualified Marine Archaeologists (QMA), Terrestrial Archaeologists, Architectural Historians, Tribal Engagement Specialists, and Geospatial Scientists supporting the Offshore Wind Sector. Our team navigates projects through the federal permitting process, while protecting our cultural heritage on land and under water.
Please send inquiries about the position to jorge.quintana@searchinc.com. Include the Job Posting code (SG-OSW-2024) in the subject line of your email.
The Opportunity: 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.
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
Why Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech RPS Energy has been a leader in the technical consultancy and operational support in the offshore wind and oil & gas industry since 1999. In 2023 we joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organisation. Our business provides key solutions to our clients in the following sectors:
Marine planning, environmental assessment and consents
Offshore site investigation and survey, including geological, geophysical and geotechnical survey planning, management and client representatives
Offshore and Land Seismic survey operations including project management, and technical software and Seismic data processing. Supply of technical client representatives
Operational and Wellsite geological services and drilling support
Technical Advisory including sub surface, reserve audits, Carbon Capture Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) and upstream assets
Marine assurance and Quality Health Safety Security & Environment (QHSSE)
Our own Training division and network to compile bespoke curriculum and provide multiple blended delivery options
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and talent of more than 25,000 employees who are working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects.
This position is located within the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), Gulf of Mexico Region, Office of the Environment (OE), Environmental Resources Section (ERS) Social Sciences Unit (SSU) in Jefferson, LA, Camarillo, CA, Anchorage, AK, or Sterling, VA.
At the full performance level, GS-12 the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
Maintains knowledge of relevant BOEM regulations, policy, and research and is knowledgeable about other relevant Federal, State, and local regulations, policy, and research; supports applicable Bureau regulatory changes and associated documents; and sustains a professional knowledge of industrial operations that may impact archeological and cultural resources.
Supports formal and informal consultation efforts with State Historic Preservation Officers (SHPO), tribes, and other stakeholders under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). As such compiles and develops information used in internal and external communications to ensure stakeholders and tribal communities are provided up-to-date information on ongoing and planned Bureau activities that may affect them and works to identify solutions to address potential impacts.
Reviews program and activity documents (e.g., Proposed Notices of Sale, Exploration Plans, Site Assessment Plans, and Geological and Geophysical Survey Permit Applications) for completeness, accuracy, and determining the archeological analysis and appropriate mitigation needed for compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and guidance.
Prepares archeological sections in environmental documents associated with Program activities; these include National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents (environmental impact statements (EIS) and environmental assessments (EA)), consistency determinations (CD) under the Coastal Zone Management Act (CZMA), and technical documents. As such, participates in the NEPA scoping and planning process, identifies data gaps or missing information, prepares impact definitions, designs criteria for impact assessment methodologies, and writes sections of the environmental documents.
Keeps abreast of new developments in the field of marine archaeology through current literature, attendance at meetings and seminars, and communication with other experts outside the Bureau. Monitors pertinent external programs for applicability of tools that could benefit the Bureau.
Identifies problems and data gaps which may be addressed as operational projects and research studies through the government procurement process. As such, develops study protocols to resolve these problems, recommends studies for funding approval, and accepts responsibility for the entire procurement cycle. As appropriate, serves as a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), Project Officer (PO), or Contract Inspector (CI).
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.
This position is included in a bargaining unit. The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), Local 3457, is the exclusive representative of all employees in this bargaining unit.
Salary Information GS-11: $72,553 – $94,317 per annum (Jefferson, LA) $81,956 – $106,541 per annum (Anchorage, AK) $82,764 – $107,590 per annum (Sterling, VA) $84,366 – $109,673 per annum (Camarillo, CA)
GS-12: $86,962 – $113,047 per annum (Jefferson, LA) $98,232 – $127,698 per annum (Anchorage, AK) $99,200 – $128,956 per annum (Sterling, VA) $101,121 – $131,452 per annum (Camarillo, CA)
First time hires to the Federal government normally start at the lower salary range of the grade level.
This vacancy may be used to fill additional positions as vacancies become available.
This vacancy is also announced as BOEM-MMLL-25-AW-005(MP) for those applicants who wish to apply and be considered under Merit Promotion procedures.
A collaboration between the British Academy and the Honor Frost Foundation to support small research grants in the fields of maritime archaeology and maritime cultural heritage began in 2014. Appropriate awards made under the British Academy’s small grants scheme, awarded by the Research Awards Committee are supported from this grant (normally around three awards per year).
Eligibility
These grants do not have any regional focus, but require that there is a UK-based scholar as lead applicant. Awards are offered to support any aspect of research, including travel and publication. Grants are not available to fund attendance at conferences or seminars.
Level of award
Awards do not normally exceed £10,000.
Length of award
Grants are tenable for 24 months at a time.
Click on the links below to view previous awards or download the reports on 2019-20 awarded here, May 2023 award here, and May 2024 here.
DEADLINE: Responses are due November 7, 2024, by 11 PM.
Request for Qualifications to Support NROC’s Submerged Archeological and Cultural Resources Workgroup
At the request of Tribes, states, and federal agency OPC members, NROC recently stood up the Submerged Archaeological and Cultural Resources Workgroup to focus on answering questions in the Northeast related to this topic. The geographic focus of this work is coastal areas and state and federal waters from Maine through Connecticut and potentially including New York. NROC considers the questions and information needs raised by the Workgroup to be a long-term project, and the tasks proposed here will be used to inform the Workgroup’s composition and future projects. Individuals, independent contractors, consulting firms, research institutions, and other non-governmental organizations are welcome to respond to one, several, or all task categories outlined in the RFQ.
Tasks include:
Literature review and synthesis,
Summary of ongoing submerged and coastal archeological and cultural resources work, and
Identifying data and developing submerged archeological and cultural resources data products.
Master’s Degree or PhD in Anthropology, Archaeology, or Maritime Studies, or related field, OR (6) six years of work experience in one or more of the related fields.
Underwater archaeological field experience that includes remote sensing, underwater site recording, mapping, and assessment.
Successfully completed a scientific diving training program (AAUS or equivalent).
Knowledge of pertinent states and federal submerged cultural resource legislation.
Preferences:
Master’s Degree or PhD in Anthropology, Archaeology, or Maritime Studies, or related field
Boat experience that includes launching, trailering, and operating vessels.
Experience conducting submerged cultural resource surveys.
Experience with underwater geophysical survey software (SonarWiz or Hypack).
Knowledge of theory and methods of nautical archaeology.
Knowledge of ship construction.
Experience in shipwreck documentation.
Experience conducting archival research.
GIS experience.
Experience in underwater photography and video recording and/or editing.
Experience with submerged pre-contact (pre-1492) archaeological site investigation.
Knowledge of the types and distribution of Florida’s submerged pre-contact and historic archaeological sites.
Technical archaeological experience including report writing, data management, laboratory management, cataloging, artifact documentation.
Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported in your employment history.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Conduct submerged cultural resource surveys on state lands.
UW Equipment Inventory and servicing (annual dive equipment servicing, vessel and vehicle servicing, equipment servicing
Promotion and management of Panhandle Shipwreck Trail
Annual underwater program report
Process, edit, and archive underwater digital images and video.
Maintenance and upkeep of BAR boats.
Perform other work-related duties as required.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Including utilization of equipment, required for the position:
Knowledge of GIS
Knowledge of launching, trailering, and operating of boats.
Knowledge of underwater photography.
Knowledge of Vessel/equipment maintenance and repair (including outboard motors, trailers, 12-volt wiring, fiberglass repair, airlift, dredge, remote sensing equipment).
Experience with Public Speaking.
Experience with laboratory management, cataloging, artifact documentation.
Knowledge of the types and distribution of Florida’s submerged pre-contact and historic archaeological sites.
Experience conducting submerged cultural resource surveys.
Knowledge of pertinent state and federal submerged cultural resource legislation.
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.
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This position is located in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Ocean Service (NOS), Office of National Marine Sanctuaries (ONMS) with one vacancy in Silver Spring, MD; Alpena, MI; or Scituate, MA.
This position is also announced under vacancy number NOS ONMS-25-12565136-ST, which is open to Status Candidates. You must apply to both announcements if you want to be considered for both.
As a Research Archeologist, you will perform the following duties:
Conduct applied research and analysis of maritime archaeological resources to support the identification, documentation, and evaluation of marine resources for the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries (ONMS). Execute field research on maritime and cultural heritage-based resources in ocean and great lakes environments. Coordinate research programs within ONMS, including providing technical support regarding survey techniques that use magnetometer/gradiometer, side scan sonar, multibeam echosounder, subbottom profiler, Remotely Operated Vehicles, autonomous systems, or other marine-based systems, along with related data-processing and report preparation.
Coordinate and provide guidance to regions and sites as an advisor and developer of consultation tools, such as findings, Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs), and Programmatic Agreements. Facilitate consultation with State Historic Preservation Offices, the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, tribal governments (as related to the NHPA), and other consulting parties. Recommend, design, coordinate and maintain systems for monitoring and tracking maritime and cultural resources for their preservation status and compliance with National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA).
Participate in the implementation of technical programs in marine archaeology and maritime history to foster public understanding, support, and participation. Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships within the program and agency and between academia, other government agencies, industry and the general public regarding research, conservation, discovery, and protection of maritime heritage resources.
Applications are invited for a full-time Research Support Officer to work on the Maritime Archaeology Programme within the Department of Classics and Archaeology as part of the Smart Solutions for Unique Ecologies (SSUE) Project.
The Research Support Officer (RSO) will be responsible for the execution of a number of tasks related to the Maritime Archaeology Programme within the Department of Classics and Archaeology. The Department runs an MA in Global Maritime Archaeology. Besides this MA, the Department conducts a number of projects in the field of maritime and underwater archaeology.
The Malta Shipwreck Project sees the utilisation of state-of-the-art remote sensing equipment to map the seabed and create a database of Malta and Gozo’s underwater cultural heritage. One of the results of this broad survey is the development of Aviation Archaeology Underwater – a new and emerging discipline in the field of Historical Archaeology.
The Phoenician Shipwreck Project is currently one of the most important excavations in the central Mediterranean and brings together numerous partners including the CNRS (Aix), the University of Tubingen, and the University of Urbino.
Channel Ship Services Limited (CSS) is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Offshore Marine Archaeologist to join our team. As a specialist offshore maritime recruitment and placement agency, CSS provides top-quality staffing solutions to the offshore and maritime industries worldwide. With our ISO certifications and commitment to employee training and development, CSS is known for our exceptional service and dedication to maintaining industry standards.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on exciting offshore archaeological projects, conducting research, surveys, and excavations in submerged environments. You will play a crucial role in uncovering and preserving maritime historical artifacts and sites.
At CSS, we believe in the importance of protecting and preserving our maritime heritage. As the Offshore Marine Archaeologist, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact in this field, working alongside a team of dedicated professionals.
Responsibilities
Conduct submerged archaeological research, surveys, and excavations in offshore environments.
Identify and document maritime historical artifacts, sites, and shipwrecks.
Analyze and interpret data collected during research and excavation activities.
Prepare detailed reports and presentations on archaeological findings and interpretations.
Ensure compliance with international archaeological standards and guidelines.
Collaborate with other researchers, marine scientists, and archaeological experts.
Maintain accurate records of archaeological activities and findings.
The minimum professional qualifications in archeology are a graduate degree in archeology, anthropology, or closely related field plus:
1. At least one year of full-time professional experience or equivalent specialized training in archeological research, administration, or management; 2. At least four months of supervised field and analytic experience in general North American archeology, and 3. Demonstrated ability to carry research to completion. In addition to these minimum qualifications, a professional in prehistoric archeology shall have at least one year of full-time professional experience at a supervisory level in the study of archeological resources of the prehistoric period. A professional in historic archeology shall have at least one year of full-time professional experience at a supervisory level in the study of archeological resources of the historic period.
For Texas: also “must meet the Professional Qualifications and Requirements listed in TAC §26.4, which also provides the required qualifications for Professional Archeologists (both terrestrial and underwater) and Geomorphologists or Geoarcheologists. PIs should submit a current Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the THC via e-mail at archeo-permits@thc.texas.gov to demonstrate they meet the state requirements.”
There are additional requirements specified in TAC §26.4 beyond the federal requirements.
In addition, to survey in Texas an antiquities permit is required that must be held by the archaeologist on the project.
Experience interpreting side scan sonar, magnetometer, and subbottom profiler data and assisting historic and/or prehistoric potential.
Experience overseeing fieldwork.
Experience reporting on archaeological interpretation.
Join our team as an on-call or full-time Marine Geologist/Geophysicist in Pensacola, FL, or remotely (depending on your qualifications and availability). You will be part of a growing and close-knit group, supporting Marine Archaeology and Environmental Operations both in the U.S. and internationally. We seek self-motivated individuals with a strong passion for professional growth and a desire to stay up to date with the latest technological advancements. Your main responsibilities will include acquiring, processing, and interpreting high-resolution marine geophysical data, including sidescan sonars, sub-bottom profilers, magnetometers, and geotechnical samples. Experience with multibeam data collection and processing is an asset. This role requires travel and work in various environments.
Hire Type: Hourly, as-needed Schedule: 40 hours, Monday–Friday (flexible schedule) Location: On-site – Pensacola, FL office or Remote – work from home
Responsibilities
Contribute to an ever-growing team by adding a strong marine geological and geophysical skillset.
Participate in offshore and coastal marine archaeology and environmental projects.
Act as field or processing marine geophysicist or geologist in coastal and offshore environments.
Plan field operations with the use of various navigation and GIS software .
Maintain and design daily field logs and safety logs.
Collect and interpret geophysical data and analyze geotechnical samples, including but not limited to other scientific data.
Provide quality data checks for geophysical and geotechnical data.
Communicate technical standards and operations through proposals, reports, presentations, or to other individual personnel such as associates, community, or clients.
Analyze and comply with operational standards and procedures.
Work in and show experiences with various geophysical equipment including sidescan sonars, sub-bottom sonars, magnetometers as well as geotechnical equipment. Multibeam is preferred.
Work to analyze sediment samples.
Perform equipment tests before field operations, as well as onsite and office troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of marine equipment.
Perform mobilization, calibrations/checks, surveys, and demobilizations.
Show a high level of safe practices with all marine operations.
Scientific Diving, Rescue Diver, and Divemaster is a plus.
Show willingness and desire to grow oneself professionally while staying up to date with today’s technological needs.
Open to travel and extended field assignments in offshore or coastal environments.
Show ability to work with a wide range of personnel including those of varying cultures, and religions from various regions around the globe.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
3+ years of relevant professional work experience in marine, land, and aerial geophysical systems
Degree in geology, marine science, marine archaeology, or related field of study.
3+ years of experience with analysis and technical report writing
Working knowledge and understanding of operations and maintenance of geophysical, marine and land equipment.
Experience troubleshooting and repair of electronic and software programming.
Experience in cable splicing and soldering, use of diagnostic equipment, and communications systems.
Experience with boat handling and working on larger vessels
Experience with geophysical systems (including chirp sub-bottom, sidescan sonar, magnetometer)
Proficiency towards marine geophysical data acquisition and interpretation software such as SonarWiz, Hypack, Qinsy, Oasis Montaj and Discover.
Proficiency in the use of QGIS, ArcGis, or Surfer software.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Valid state driver’s license.
Travel to survey projects both within the US and overseas.
Current U.S. Passport
Preferred Skills
Fluent in various acquisition and processing software such as Hypack, Qinsy, Sonarwiz, Kingdom, Radex, and/or Oasis Montaj.
Experience with Multibeam and high-resolution GPS units such as PosMV
Marine geotechnical experience (vibracore, sediment analyses, etc.) is a plus.
Strong ability to work as part of an ever-growing team to assist team members, lead, follow or work independently.
Physical And Mental Requirements and Work Environment
Regular fieldwork or on-site inspections are required, which necessitates ability to frequently travel/drive a vehicle (sight, hearing, and manual manipulation of driving mechanisms), cognitive ability to plan travel, use maps or GPS navigation systems.
May require ambulation and movement to enable walking or hiking 10+ miles per day on rough and/or hazardous terrain and occasional climbing, crouching, kneeling, balancing on rough terrain. Fieldwork may involve exposure to conditions of rain, sun, heat, wind, dust, etc., with exposure to animals, plants, wet conditions, biting insects, poison oak, etc. May require use of respiratory equipment.
Some fieldwork may require carrying loads up to 25 pounds or work around heavy construction equipment.
Vision is required to observe environmental phenomena and record and translate observations into text (either keyboard entry on a computer or dictation and audio translation of recording to Standard English scientific text).
Mental requirements include ability to organize one’s own work or that of crew members; ability to recognize and observe scientific data and analyze data as well as ability to perform calculations. Must also be able to observe social and professional interactions and respond appropriately.
Some work is performed primarily in an indoor environment and requires sustained sitting and use of fingers, hands, and arms to operate a computer and perform keyboard entry of data or document preparation (or equivalent with accommodation). Must also be able to operation standard office equipment (phone, copy machine, FAX machine, etc.)
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