NAGPRA Coordinator — Indigenous Heritage Stewardship

Harvard University; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision health insurance

Retirement plans with university contributions

Professional development opportunities

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University seeks a NAGPRA Coordinator for the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology to support NAGPRA's implementation related to Indigenous stewardship. The role includes consultation, inventory research, and facilitating collaboration with diverse communities.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline and two years of professional experience, with strong writing, interpersonal skills, and knowledge of NAGPRA implementation preferred. This is a term appointment ending December 31, 2028.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with two years of professional experience.
• Strong analytical writing and research skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple project timetables and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Works with sensitive collections and content requiring attentive protocol.
• Conducts consultation, inventory research, and report production.
• Facilitates use of the collection for NAGPRA implementation.

Skills

Analytical writing and research skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Knowledge of NAGPRA

Knowledge of museum collections management systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in anthropology, archaeology, Indigenous studies, or museum studies

Job description

Harvard University seeks a NAGPRA Coordinator for the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology to support NAGPRA's implementation related to Indigenous stewardship. The role includes consultation, inventory research, and facilitating collaboration with diverse communities.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline and two years of professional experience, with strong writing, interpersonal skills, and knowledge of NAGPRA implementation preferred. This is a term appointment ending December 31, 2028.