The Arkansas Archeological Survey is accepting applications for an Archeological Assistant at the University of Arkansas, Monticello.
Close Date: May 19, 2023
Salary: $35,600
Location: Monticello, AR
Anticipated start date: June 1, 2023
Job Link - Apply Here: UA System Career Opportunities page
The Arkansas Archeological Survey is accepting applications for an Archeological Assistant—a full-time, benefits-eligible position at our research station located at University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM), in Monticello, Arkansas.
Summary of job duties (under the direction of the station archeologist)
· Participate in archeological fieldwork (some requiring in-state travel)
· Engage in collections processing and data analysis
· Preserve and organize paper and digital records
· Supervise volunteers in the laboratory and the field
· Interact with visitors and callers to the research station
· Provide educational programming to the public
Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job duty. Opportunities exist for independent research projects as appropriate.
Minimum qualifications:
· A Bachelor’s degree in anthropology or a related field
· Archeological field and lab experience in North America, east of the Rocky Mountains
· Experience in working with archeological records and collections
· Knowledge of basic office software applications
Preferred qualifications:
· A Master’s degree in anthropology from an accredited institution of higher education
· Experience in Southeastern Archeology (southeastern United States)
· Experience working with and writing for the public
· Experience working with Indigenous or other descendant communities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities for this position (KSAs):
· Knowledge of the general practice of North American archeology
· Knowledge of basic computer applications (Microsoft, Adobe, etc.) and field electronics (GPS, total station, etc.)
· Skill in basic archeological field and lab procedures
· Ability to work with other staff, avocational archeologists, and the general public
· Ability to work independently and meet internal deadlines
