Lead Archaeology Project Investigator – Pacific Northwest

Statistical Research, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and disaiblty

Paid vacation, sick leave, andholidays

401k with optional company match

Professional development and conf.支持

Job summary

Statistical Research, Inc. (SRI) invites a Principal Investigator to lead archaeological projects across the Pacific Northwest. You will guide proposals, design phases, fieldwork, and reports while mentoring teams and coordinating with tribal communities and agencies.

You’ll oversee complex inventories, excavations, and data synthesis, shaping interpretations and preservation strategies across WA, OR, and ID.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Anthropology or Archaeology or higher.
• Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) certification.
• Meets the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards.
• Deep familiarity with Pacific Northwest cultural resources and regional histories.
• Strong knowledge of NHPA Section 106, Washington DAHP requirements, and tribal consultation protocols.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead archaeological field investigations ranging from field surveys to data recovery.
• Develop region-specific research designs and field strategies.
• Mentor and manage field crews, lab staff, and project directors.
• Collaborate with tribal communities, state and federal agencies, and private clients.
• Write and review high-quality technical reports meeting professional standards.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Expand SRI’s presence in the Pacific Northwest.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Technical writing

Project management

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Anthropology or Archaeology

RPA certification

Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards

Job description

Statistical Research, Inc. (SRI) invites a Principal Investigator to lead archaeological projects across the Pacific Northwest. You will guide proposals, design phases, fieldwork, and reports while mentoring teams and coordinating with tribal communities and agencies.

You’ll oversee complex inventories, excavations, and data synthesis, shaping interpretations and preservation strategies across WA, OR, and ID.