The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at North Carolina State University (NC State) invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Anthropology beginning fall 2027.

We are primarily seeking candidates working in cultural heritage (subfield open), with a focus on North America (preference for US Southeast). Candidates who could develop lab, field, or community-based learning opportunities for undergraduate and/or graduate students are particularly welcome.

For full details and to apply: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/236060

The SEAC Officers along with the Student Affairs Committee are excited to announce a new student award opportunity that will debut at the 2026 Birmingham Meeting! The SEAC Student Poster Award recognizes outstanding undergraduate and graduate student research presented in poster format at the annual meeting. The award seeks to encourage the dissemination of archaeological research through visual communication, fosters professional development among student scholars, and acknowledges excellence in poster design, presentation, and contribution to archaeological knowledge. The award is composed of two categories: Undergraduate Student Poster Award and Graduate Student Poster Award. The prize is a monetary award of $400. You can get all of the details about how to submit your poster for consideration and see the judging rubric on the SEAC Website under the Awards tab. The deadline to submit your letter of intent to participate is Oct 14. We look forward to seeing your submissions!

New South Associates, Inc., is seeking two Full-time, Benefited Project Archaeologists for a salaried exempt position in our Columbia, South Carolina and Fairfax, Virginia offices. New South Associates is a women-owned small business with a core mission to serve as a research-oriented, technology-driven cultural resources consultant that produces quality and timely products for our clients while offering a work climate that promotes professional development and a commitment to home communities. We have offices in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia, and primarily engage in cultural resource management services for private, state, and federal clients in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic United States.

A successful candidate will become a core member of the Archaeology Department, and will be responsible for successfully executing projects, directing field crews, and writing up and presenting results. The candidate will be expected to meet or exceed the Secretary of the Interior qualifications by January 31, 2027, which includes completion of an archaeological field school and a master’s degree in Anthropology or Historic Preservation.

They will be responsible for conducting archaeological undertakings of all types and sizes from project planning through report completion, under the direction of senior personnel. Ideal applicants will have field experience, including supervisory roles. Each applicant must be motivated and have strong organizational, verbal, and writing skills, and have the ability to work as part of larger integrated teams. Broad experiences in all phases of archaeological investigations from Phase I surveys to Phase III data recoveries are preferred. New South Associates is seeking candidates with experience in Southeastern and/or Mid-Atlantic United States precontact or historical archaeology. These positions will be a hybrid of office and field work depending on company, project, and client needs.

Job duties:

· Working closely with Management and Operations personnel to plan and execute projects within scoping, budget, and schedule constraints

· Working in tandem with other project personnel, including laboratory staff, historians, architectural historians, shallow geophysicists, and GIS specialists

· Directing and supervising field crews

· Recording archaeological resources and gathering field data

· Basic understanding and experience with archaeological excavation and recordation techniques (e.g., shovel testing, test units, surface collection, plan and profile drawings, environmental conditions)

· Conducting archival and historical background research

· Basic interpretation of archaeological data

· Completing cultural resource management reports and other deliverables to company and client satisfaction that comply with applicable state and federal laws/regulations/guidelines

· Training new archaeological staff in appropriate field techniques, best practices, and other topics as appropriate

Minimum qualifications:

· Graduation from an accredited college or university with a BA/BS in anthropology/archaeology, history, historic preservation, geography, geosciences, cultural resources management, regional studies, public history, museum studies, or other related acceptable degrees

· Successful completion of an accredited archaeological field school

· A MA/MS or PhD in anthropology/archaeology, history, historic preservation, geography, geosciences, cultural resources management, regional studies, public history, museum studies, or other related acceptable degrees by January 31, 2027

· Ability to travel to remote locations, walking/hiking for long hours, and conducting fieldwork in inclement weather and/or rugged terrain

· Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

· A valid driver’s license and clean driving record

· US citizen, valid Green Card, or transferable H-1B or TN work visa

· Ability to work at a computer when in office for 8 hours a day

Ideal skills and qualifications:

· A MA/MS or PhD in anthropology/archaeology, history, historic preservation, geography, geosciences, cultural resources management, regional studies, public history, museum studies, or other related acceptable degrees

· Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA) membership, or credentials necessary for enrollment

· 1-3 years of professional experience in cultural resource management

· A clear understanding of the precontact and historical archaeological record of the Southeastern and/or Mid-Atlantic United States

· Familiarity with NEPA, ARPA, NHPA, NAGPRA, Section 404, Section 4(f), and Virginia-specific environmental compliance laws and guidelines

· Professional working knowledge of Section 106 of the NHPA and its applications

· Experience working with cultural resource management documentation

· Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

· Proficiency with Microsoft 365 apps and services

Salary and Benefits:

The exempt salary for this position is $55,000-$63,000, depending on an applicant’s education, qualifications, and experience. Position benefits include medical, dental, and life insurance (premiums paid by New South Associates, Inc.), vision insurance, paid time off for vacation or sick leave, nine paid holidays, annual profit sharing through a qualified bonus program, and optional enrollment in our 401k plan with employer contribution after one year. We believe in active participation from our employees in our professional organizations and our communities, and support employee volunteerism and attendance at conferences and courses.

New South Associates champions a full and inclusive picture of our shared past, and we embrace colleagues from all walks of life who wish to work with us. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sex, religion, or belief.

To apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, a writing sample, and contact information for three references to Maureen Meyers, Director of Archaeology: mmeyers@newsouthassoc.com. This call for applicants will remain open until filled or December 1, 2026. 

The position is a full-time, full-benefits, permanent position with the Georgia Power Company (GPC), providing internal training, external engagement, and internal support for all due diligence, stewardship, and Section 106 work at GPC. This would be equivalent to a GS10-14 pay range, depending on the qualifications and experience of the person selected. The assigned office location may not be Atlanta, depending on the location of the person selected. The post will be open through October 19.

If anyone has any questions, they can reach out to me (Katherine Kosalko) at kkosalko@southernco.com or 470-539-1858. Alternatively, they can reach out to GPC’s Cultural and Biological Resources Supervisor Patrick O’Rouke at pmorouke@southernco.com or 470-426-5322.

Full job description and to apply: https://southerncompany.jobs/atlanta-ga/archaeologist/E93B9AAB24DF497C993A6167DDD6013E/job/

The USDA - NRCS is hiring for an archeologist in Columbia, MO. 

• This position includes a direct supervisory component. Responsible for supervision of federal employees under the cultural resources and archeology discipline.
• Ensures quality and quantity of work, reviews work of subordinate and accepts, revises or reject work
• Carries out field investigations and produces professional quality cultural resources investigation and assessment reports.
• Identifies necessary cultural resources studies, develops specifications for scopes of work, determines cultural and scientific significance of identified resources in accordance with the guidelines and national Register of Historic Places criteria.
• Prepares technical cultural resource sections of contracts, environmental documents, agreement documents and other instruments of agency intent.
• Prepares and maintains all technical guides and information dealing with cultural resources.
• Keeps abreast of developments and research in Archeological methods and procedures.

You can get full details and information to apply on their website: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/884625700#joa-duties

The Department of Anthropology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Archaeology with a target start date of August 16, 2027.  

The successful candidate will contribute to the mission of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences at the University of Illinois, where curiosity drives impact. As the heart of a leading land-grant research university, LAS brings together diverse disciplines to explore fundamental questions and address complex challenges. We prepare students for a lifetime of inquiry, leadership, and service through innovative research, transformative teaching, and thoughtful mentoring. We strongly encourage applications from those who have demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to be effective teachers for our student population with its wide range of backgrounds and experiences, in alignment with the mission of our university. To learn more about the mission, vision, and values of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, visit: https://las.illinois.edu.

Geographic area of research is North America with a preference for an archaeologist working in the Midwest US. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated commitment to Indigenous archaeology and ethical research. Candidates should provide evidence of engaging and collaborating with Indigenous groups and implementing NAGPRA (Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act) principles. Candidates also should identify plans for developing field or lab projects that train students and support research. Candidates will be expected to teach effectively at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, establish and maintain an active and independent archaeological research program that includes plans for peer-reviewed publications, and provide service to the department, the university, and the profession.

Full job description and instructions to apply: https://illinois.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/17941?c=illinois

The Florida Museum of Natural History at the University of Florida (UF) seeks qualified applicants for a full-time,12-month, tenure-accruing, Assistant Curator of Environmental Archaeology within the Department of Natural History. We seek to hire an innovative archaeologist whose research and teaching will foster an interdisciplinary approach to natural history scholarship, including collections-based research design and student mentorship. We invite candidates who address questions in the broad field of environmental archaeology and who will contribute to, and make use of, the Florida Museum’s extensive and world-renowned environmental archaeology collection. Successful candidates must have a Ph.D. in Anthropology or a related field, conduct collections-based research on archaeological collections, and demonstrate excellence or strong potential for excellence in research through publication record, grant record, or potential to conduct grant-funded research. For inquiries concerning this position, contact Dr. Michal Kowalewski, Search Chair, at kowalewski@ufl.edu.

Review of applications will begin on October 16, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

Job link - https://careers.pageuppeople.com/674/cw/en-us/job/541274/assistant-curator

The Illinois State Archaeological Survey is seeking to hire an Associate Research Scientist or an Assistant Research Scientist, Archaeology who is primarily responsible for coordinating compliance report preparation and managing remote field stations for the Survey; collaborating with the Transportation Section Head to manage archaeological survey and testing projects, compliance reporting, and daily operation of the Statewide Survey program throughout Illinois;  and conducting scientific research focused on the incumbent's area of study while contributing to the overall scientific mission of the Prairie Research Institute (PRI).  This position will be hired depending on the qualifications of the candidate.  Please visit jobs.illinois.edu for further information regarding application procedures, or you may contact Jill Billerman at jrandell@illinois.edu.  Application deadline is 6:00 p.m. (CST) on Monday, October 19, 2026.

 

Job link - https://illinois.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/17933?c=illinois

GDOT is currently hiring for an entry-level Associate Archaeologist in the Office of Environmental Services. The vacancy is open through Sept 15, 2026 so please share with those who may be interested in joining the Cultural Resources team! Please also check out the new GDOT Cultural Resources StoryMap that provides a high-level overview of what the job entails:

https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/26ad0f0a5bce47979f03be1c304bbdb2

 

To apply, please visit the following link: https://ga.taleo.net/careersection/ga_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=REG04MM

New South Associates, Inc., is seeking one Full-time, Benefited Project Archaeologist for a salaried exempt position in our Stone Mountain, Georgia office. New South Associates is a women-owned small business with a core mission to serve as a research-oriented, technology-driven cultural resources consultant that produces quality and timely products for our clients while offering a work climate that promotes professional development and a commitment to home communities. We have offices in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia, and primarily engage in cultural resource management services for private, state, and federal clients in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic United States.

A successful candidate will become a core member of the Archaeology Department, and will be responsible for successfully executing projects, directing field crews, and writing up and presenting results. The candidate will be expected to meet or exceed the Secretary of the Interior qualifications by August 31, 2026. They will be responsible for conducting archaeological undertakings of all types and sizes from project planning through report completion, under the direction of senior personnel. Each applicant must be motivated and have strong organizational, verbal, and writing skills, and have the ability to work as part of larger integrated teams. Broad experiences in all phases of archaeological investigations from Phase I surveys to Phase III data recoveries are preferred. New South Associates is seeking candidates with experience in Southeastern and/or Mid-Atlantic United States Precontact or historical archaeology. These positions will be a hybrid of office and field work depending on company, project, and client needs.

Job duties:

· Working closely with Management and Operations personnel to plan and execute projects within scoping, budget, and schedule constraints

· Working in tandem with other project personnel, including laboratory staff, historians, architectural historians, shallow geophysicists, and GIS specialists

· Directing and supervising field crews

· Recording archaeological resources and gathering field data

· Basic understanding and experience with archaeological excavation and recordation techniques (e.g., shovel testing, test units, surface collection, plan and profile drawings, environmental conditions)

· Conducting archival and historical background research

· Basic interpretation of archaeological data

· Completing cultural resource management reports and other deliverables to company and client satisfaction that comply with applicable state and federal laws/regulations/guidelines

· Training new archaeological staff in field techniques and methods, best practices, and other topics as appropriate

Minimum qualifications:

· Graduation from an accredited college or university with a BA/BS in anthropology/archaeology, history, historic preservation, geography, geosciences, cultural resources management, regional studies, public history, museum studies, or other related acceptable degrees

· A MA/MS or PhD in anthropology/archaeology, history, historic preservation, geography, geosciences, cultural resources management, regional studies, public history, museum studies, or other related acceptable degrees by August 31, 2026

· Ability to travel to remote locations, walking/hiking for long hours, and conducting fieldwork in inclement weather and/or rugged terrain

· Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

· Ability to work for 8 hours at a computer when in office

· Ability to prioritize multiple tasks

· A valid driver’s license and clean driving record

· US citizen, valid Green Card, or transferable H-1B or TN work visa

Ideal skills and qualifications:

· Completion of an accredited archaeological field school

· A MA/MS or PhD in anthropology/archaeology, history, historic preservation, geography, geosciences, cultural resources management, regional studies, public history, museum studies, or other related acceptable degrees

· Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA) membership, or credentials necessary for enrollment

· 1-3 years of professional experience in cultural resource management

· A clear understanding of the precontact and historical archaeological record of the Southeastern United States

· Familiarity with NEPA, ARPA, NHPA, NAGPRA, Section 404, Section 4(f), and Georgia-specific environmental compliance laws and guidelines

· Professional working knowledge of Section 106 of the NHPA and its applications

· Experience working with cultural resource management documentation

· Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

· Proficiency with Microsoft 365 apps and services

Salary and Benefits:

The exempt salary for this position is $54,000-$65,000, depending on an applicant’s education, qualifications, and experience. Position benefits include medical, dental, and life insurance (premiums paid by New South Associates, Inc.), vision insurance, paid time off for vacation or sick leave, nine paid holidays, annual profit sharing through a qualified bonus program, and optional enrollment in our 401k plan with employer contribution after one year. We believe in active participation from our employees in our professional organizations and our communities, and support employee volunteerism and attendance at conferences and courses.

New South Associates champions a full and inclusive picture of our shared past, and we embrace colleagues from all walks of life who wish to work with us. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sex, religion, or belief.

To apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, a writing sample, and contact information for three references to Maureen Meyers, Director of Archaeology: mmeyers@newsouthassoc.com. This call for applicants will remain open until filled or October 1, 2026.