Archaeologist I: Field Excavation & Artifact Care

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

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.