Historian, Casualty Resolution & WWII Archives

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) seeks an Historian to collect and evaluate historical data from written records, artifacts, and other evidence, analyzing authenticity and significance for historical questions.

The role supports the DPAA Lab Services, with responsibilities spanning documentary research, oral histories, and case narratives. A Master's in history is required with 6–8 years of experience; Doctoral preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills evidenced by publication and conference presentation record.
• Ability to conduct research in diverse sources and environments.
• Experience with archival research and case documentation.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex historical research into casualty resolution and unidentified remains interred in U.S. cemeteries.
• Assignments include documentary research, oral histories, secondary sources, and reports to leadership.
• Builds recommendations to disinter unidentified remains with pursuit of exhumation and identification.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Master's Degree in history

Doctoral Degree preferred

Tools

Database systems

Job description

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) seeks an Historian to collect and evaluate historical data from written records, artifacts, and other evidence, analyzing authenticity and significance for historical questions.

The role supports the DPAA Lab Services, with responsibilities spanning documentary research, oral histories, and case narratives. A Master's in history is required with 6–8 years of experience; Doctoral preferred.