Archeological Assistant - UAPB Research Station

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Closing Date : 02 / 15 / 2025

Type of Position : Archeologist

Workstudy Position : Job Type :

Regular

Work Shift :

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available :

Institution Name :

Arkansas Archeological Survey

The Arkansas Archeological Survey (AAS) is a unit of the University of Arkansas System. Our mission is to study and protect archeological sites in Arkansas, to preserve and manage information and collections from those sites, and to communicate what we learn to the people of Arkansas. Cooperative agreements with seven state university campuses, two state parks, and the UA System's Winthrop Rockefeller Institute enable scholars at ten research stations around the state to carry out this mission. The Survey has been a model for statewide archeological programs in the United States and around the world. AAS web home page :

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Department : Archeological Survey

Department's Website :

Summary of Job Duties :

The Arkansas Archeological Survey is accepting applications for an Archeological Assistant, a full-time, benefits eligible position located at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, less than 45 miles from Little Rock, Arkansas. Duties the Archaeological Assistant include : fieldwork (some requiring in-state travel), collections processing and data analysis, record keeping, supervising volunteers in the laboratory and the field, Research Station upkeep, and interaction with visitors and callers to the Station, all under the direction of the Research Station Archeologist. Opportunities exist for conducting independent research projects as appropriate.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

A Bachelor’s degree in anthropology or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education

Archeological field experience in North America, east of the Rocky Mountains

Archeological lab experience (material analysis)

Experience in archeological curation and data management

Preferred Qualifications :

M.A. / M.S. in Anthropology / Archeology from an accredited institution of higher education

Experience with the use of total station for mapping, and proficiency in using ArcGIS software

Experience with the archeology of Southeastern North America

Experience working with and writing for the public

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs) :

Knowledge of the general practice of North American archeology

Knowledge of historic period archeology

Knowledge of basic computer applications (MS Office, Excel, etc.) and field electronics (Total Stations, GRP, 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

Additional Information :

Salary Information :

35,600

Required Documents to Apply :

Cover Letter / Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents :

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Recruitment Contact Information :

Dr. Emily Bartz,

Pre-employment Screening Requirements :

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

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Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity :

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity :

Feeling, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity :

Balancing, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Stooping

Benefits Eligible :

Salary : $35,600