Archaeologist I - 004778

University of South Alabama; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Alabama’s Center for Archaeology Studies is seeking to hire an Archaeologist I on a full-time basis at Main Campus. The role involves field excavation, site documentation, artifact processing, and reporting under established archaeological methods.

Candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree in anthropology, possess a valid driver’s license, and be prepared to work a standard 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. schedule with possible overtime. Regular attendance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in anthropology or directly related field and a valid driver’s license.
• Maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage with USA.

Responsibilities

• Conducts archaeological fieldwork to excavate artifacts using hand tools or with the assistance of power tools.
• Maps, surveys, and photographs work sites.
• Prepares detailed data recordings.
• Washes and conserves artifacts.
• Cleans, restores, and preserves artifacts according to accepted techniques.
• Restores artifacts by joining broken fragments and other procedures.
• Treats specimens to prevent deterioration and prepares artifacts for display.
• Performs basic laboratory and artifact analysis.
• Writes archaeological reports of findings.

Skills

Archaeology fieldwork

Data recording

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in anthropology

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

• Position Number: 004778
• Position Title: Archaeologist I - 004778
• Division: Academic Affairs
• Department: 422020 - Center for Archeological Studies
• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in anthropology or directly related field from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage with the University of South Alabama.
• Preferred Qualifications: (none)
• Job Description Summary: The University of South Alabama’s Center for Archaeology Studies is seeking to hire an Archaeologist I.

Essential Functions

• Conducts archaeological fieldwork to excavate artifacts using hand tools or with the assistance of power tools.
• Maps, surveys, and photographs work sites.
• Prepares detailed data recordings.
• Washes and conserves artifacts.
• Cleans, restores, and preserves artifacts according to accepted chemical and physical techniques and training.
• Restores artifacts by polishing, joining together broken fragments, or other procedures, using hand tools, power tools, and acid, chemical, or electrolytic corrosion-removal baths.
• Treats specimens to prevent or minimize deterioration, according to accepted procedures; prepares artifacts for display.
• Performs basic laboratory and artifact analysis.
• Writes archaeological reports of findings.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
• Performs related duties as required.

Posting Information

• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Job Open Date: 10/29/2026
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Working Days: Monday - Friday
• Working Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Job Location: Main Campus
• Full-time or Part-Time: Full Time
• Regular or Temporary: Regular

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