Research Archaeologist
Reports to the Office of the State Archaeologist (OSA) research directors. Performs field investigations, laboratory analyses, and prepares reports in accordance with project needs, established guidelines, and in coordination with the research director and project staff. Frequent in-state travel is required. Exercises functional supervision of field and lab technicians as assigned to specific project teams. This position also requires the physical ability to work and walk outside all day in all weather conditions carrying heavy loads while conducting field survey and excavation.
For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.
About Pay and Compensation:
Pay Grade: 5A
University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits
About the Office of the State Archaeologist
Founded in 1959, the University of Iowa Office of the State Archaeologist (OSA) is a research unit organized under the UI Vice President for Research.
Nationally recognized for decades of innovation in the field of archaeology, the OSA conducts archaeological research and public programs around the state, preserves ancient burial sites, and examines and reinters ancient human remains. The OSA also maintains the state archaeological repository, manages data on all recorded archaeological sites in Iowa, and publishes technical reports and public resources on Iowa archaeology.
Qualifications:
Education or Equivalency Required
A Master’s degree with an emphasis in archaeological studies or related field, such as soils science, geomorphology, or architectural history.
Required Qualifications
· Meet the minimum professional qualifications for archaeology as defined by the Department of the Interior (36CFR 61).
· At least one year of full-time professional experience or equivalent specialized training in their field.
· Possession of a valid state or commercial driver's license, and the ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards.
Highly Desirable Qualifications
· At least one year of full-time professional experience at a supervisory level in their field.
· Experience with GIS and GPS mapping.
· More than three years full-time professional extensive experience with the Required Qualifications listed above.
· More than three years of extensive experience in Iowa archaeology or the archaeology of adjacent states.
· Demonstrated understanding of geomorphology, including soil type identification, description, and analysis.
· Extensive knowledge of Plains or Midwestern prehistoric and historic archaeology.
· Extensive experience with ArcMap or ArcGIS Pro to create maps and gather spatial data.
· Extensive experience with GPS or Total Station data collection devices.
· Demonstrated ability to publish archaeological results in professional journals or books.
Position and Application Details and Instructions:
Include your driver’s license information as a certification under the license and certifications section.
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following required documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
· Cover Letter
· Resume
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check, credential/education verification, verification of a valid state or commercial driver’s license, and ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For additional questions, please contact: VPR Talent (vpr-talent@uiowa.edu)
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
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