Archaeology Field Research Assistant I

The University of Texas at San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Research Science Assistant I at The University of Texas at San Antonio will perform field surveys, site documentation, and GPS data collection under supervision, contributing to archaeological research and compliance with grant requirements. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a campus-based setting.

This grant-funded position may depend on available funds and department needs, with duties evolving to meet project goals and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in anthropology or archaeology.
• 1 year of experience in anthropology, history, or a related field.
• Must have or be able to get a Texas driver’s license.
• This position may require compliance with UTSA security requirements (EO-GA-48).

Responsibilities

• Conduct archaeological field surveys, including shovel testing, monitoring, and site documentation.
• Collect and record GPS data for field observations and site locations.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency in all project tasks.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Compliance

Statistics

Basic research equipment

Education

Bachelor's degree in anthropology or archaeology

Job description

The Research Science Assistant I at The University of Texas at San Antonio will perform field surveys, site documentation, and GPS data collection under supervision, contributing to archaeological research and compliance with grant requirements. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a campus-based setting.

This grant-funded position may depend on available funds and department needs, with duties evolving to meet project goals and reporting requirements.