Archaeology Collections Specialist — Digitization & Exhibits

Plimoth Patuxet Museums, Inc.; Plymouth (MA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Plimoth Patuxet Museums, Inc. seeks a Collections Assistant to digitize two legacy 17th-century archaeological collections, catalog materials, and develop finding aids for public outreach.

The role supports database management and staff in the Collections Department, based in Plymouth, MA. The position requires knowledge of 17th-century material culture and basic collections practices, with an emphasis on field records and rehousing efforts.

Qualifications

• Familiar with Indigenous and Colonial material culture from New England.
• Experience with archaeological cataloging and collections management.
• Able to stay organized and communicate professionally with staff and visitors.
• Strong written and verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Inventory, catalog, and rehousing archaeological assemblages.
• Photograph objects and publish images in PastPerfect Web-Edition.
• Standardize artifact catalog in online database.
• Scan and organize archival material from excavations and research.
• Develop content for online exhibits for public outreach.
• Participate in guest-facing activities and events.
• Make data accessible through public collections database.
• Lead data cleanup before online publication.
• Write finding aids, collection summaries, and curatorial histories.

Skills

Archaeology knowledge

Project management

Independent worker

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Plimoth Patuxet Museums, Inc. seeks a Collections Assistant to digitize two legacy 17th-century archaeological collections, catalog materials, and develop finding aids for public outreach.

The role supports database management and staff in the Collections Department, based in Plymouth, MA. The position requires knowledge of 17th-century material culture and basic collections practices, with an emphasis on field records and rehousing efforts.