Archaeological Technician

cloud.tamu.edu

College Station, Texas, US
Compensation commensurate based on education + exp...
Not specified (temporary position)
Prior experience excavating submerged prehistoric sites
Ability to climb in and out of small vessels
Work outside in variable weather conditions
Texas A&M University's Anthropology Department is seeking Archaeological Technicians for temporary positions to conduct excavations at prehistoric sites in northwest Florida, starting in mid-May and ending in August. Candidates are required to have experience with submerged archaeological sites and may need to scuba dive

Job Summary

  • Texas A&M's Anthropology Department is seeking three Archaeological Technicians to conduct excavations at prehistoric sites in northwest Florida.
  • The role involves conducting surveys and excavations on both land and via scuba diving while maintaining specialized equipment like dredges and water-screening systems.
  • Candidates must possess prior experience with submerged site excavation in the specific region and be able to dive for up to four hours daily.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

Texas A&M University's Anthropology Department is seeking Archaeological Technicians for temporary positions to conduct excavations at prehistoric sites in northwest Florida, starting in mid-May and ending in August. Candidates are required to have experience with submerged archaeological sites and may need to scuba dive.

Salary

Compensation commensurate based on education and experience; Not specified; Grant funded position with benefits including health insurance and retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • prior experience excavating submerged prehistoric sites
  • ability to climb in and out of small vessels
  • work outside in variable weather conditions

Nice-to-have

  • excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • ability to multitask and work cooperatively
  • knowledge of laboratory equipment and scientific apparatus

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Two years of related experience
  • Open Water Diver certification or higher for diver positions
  • DAN insurance and current CPR/First Aid certification
  • Current diver physical examination

Work Rights

Not specified

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