Maritime History Symposium
Call For Papers
Walker Maritime History Symposium,
Maine Maritime Museum, April 10, 2010 Maine Maritime Museum invites proposals for papers relating to the largest vessels ever built. We intend a debate regarding the largest wooden ship ever built and need advocates (or critics) for Wyoming, Great Republic, Columbus, Baron of Renfrew, Caligula’s barge, HMS Orlando, HMS Mersey, the Chinese ships of 1421, or any others. Proposals for presentations on non-wood vessels of extreme size and modern ship construction are also welcomed. Informal proposals must be sent by November 30, 2009, to Senior Curator Nathan R. Lipfert, lipfert@MaritimeMe.org, or at Maine Maritime Museum, 243 Washington Street, Bath ME, 04530, USA.
Nathan R. Lipfert, Senior Curator Maine Maritime Museum 243 Washington Street Bath, Maine 04530 207-443-1316, ext 328, fax 207-443-1665 www.mainemaritimemuseum.org lipfert@maritimeme.org
Updates will be spotty
Updates to the site will be spotty through November, I am in the field. Sorry for the delays.
JMB
Maritime Archaeologist
The Newport Medieval Ship Project is currently seeking to hire a maritime archaeologist, details below.
Project Officer
(Newport Medieval Ship)
£19,621 – 21,519
The Newport Medieval Ship Project is seeking to appoint a maritime
archaeologist to assist with the ongoing documentation and research
program, on a fixed term basis for 12 months. Applications are invited from archaeologists with experience in recording and analyzing waterlogged wood remains, including ships and shipwrecks. The focus of the current work includes digital modeling, laser scanning and database/archival work.
You will be highly proficient in a range of IT applications, and
experience using modeling software such as Rhino 3D or similar computer
aided design programs would be an advantage. Applicants should have good communication skills. The position offers a great opportunity to be involved with a major maritime archaeology project.
If you would like to discuss the details of this post, please telephone
Toby Jones on 01633 215707 or email toby.jones@newport.gov.uk.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and
is subject to a successful Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check.
Application
You can print an application form and job description and job
requirement via our internet site (www.newport.gov.uk/jobs) or
alternatively they are available by phone on 01633 656656 or e-mail
ccc@newport.gov.uk quoting the reference number below and where you saw the post advertised.
Please return completed application forms to HR / Recruitment Services,
114w, Lifelong Learning & Leisure, Civic Centre, Newport, South Wales,
NP20 4UR.
Closing date: 13 November 2009
Reference number: LEICH20159
Website:
http://www.newport.gov.uk/_dc/index.cfm?fuseaction=jobs.jobadvert&contentid=CONT426378
Toby N. Jones
Curator
Newport Medieval Ship Project
Unit No. 22, Maesglas Industrial Estate
Newport, South Wales
NP20 2NN
01633 215707 phone
01633 215709 fax
24 October 2009
1) Business Manager, Wessex Archaeology, Coastal and Marine, closes 4 November
2) Archaeological Conservator
The Lighthouse Archaeological Maritime Program (LAMP) at the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Museum in St. Augustine, Florida, is seeking an Archaeological Conservator specializing in the conservation of waterlogged material culture recovered from shipwreck and other historical maritime archaeological contexts. This employee will manage the day to day administration and organization of LAMP’s conservation laboratory spaces, and oversee the treatment, processing, and curation of artifacts of various materials. Will be responsible for developing and maintaining laboratory safety and organizational protocols to professional and ethical standards. Will also assist with LAMP’s ongoing research, administrative, and public archaeology programs. Applicants must be certified divers with scientific diving and underwater archaeology field experience, and must be able to meet American Academy of Underwater Sciences minimum standards for a scientific diver. Applicants must have formal training in the archaeological conservation of waterlogged artifacts, a BA in anthropology, archaeology, or a related field, and at least three years relevant experience in archaeological conservation laboratory and underwater archaeological fieldwork settings. A Master’s degree in anthropology, archaeology, or related fields is strongly desired. Experience with analytic software commonly used in archaeological research, particularly databases, GIS, and Hypack, a plus.
Salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits include Paid Time Off and health care insurance.
Interested applicants can contact Kyle Worrell at kworrell@staugustinelighthouse.com or 904-829-0745
Marine Archaeology Field Technician
| Field Technician-Archaeology | Job Code: 13268 |
| Location: | AUSTIN, TX US |
| Job Type: | Part Time Temp |
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PBS&J is seeking candidates for screening and documentation of historic artifacts from an underwater site. The successful applicant may also be involved in marine remote-sensing surveys including data acquisition and interpretation. Participation in terrestrial archaeological projects is also likely.
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| Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field. Applicant must have good decision making abilities and be able to operate independently in a variety of field environments. | |
10 October 2009
1) Executive Director, San Francisco Maritime National Park, ncd
2) Archivist
The New Bedford Whaling Museum is seeking an archivist to appraise, arrange, preserve and describe the newly acquired collection of records of the Merchants Bank of New Bedford, 1825-1936. The candidate should be familiar with American history, 19th century bindings and their care and 19th century business accounting techniques. This is a two year grant-funded position from the IMLS. It is a unique opportunity to work with a near comprehensive collection of materials in a subject matter not fully developed and understood. Duties include: Perform basic preservation on collection where necessary. Create an inventory, finding aid and a MARC record for import into Re:discovery, the museum’s collection management database. Manage one apprentice. Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: M.A. in accredited school of Library and Information Technology, History, Museum Studies, or associated field. One year or equivalent of archival processing experience including internships, volunteer work or other experience with special collections, university archives, or other archival repository. Demonstrated knowledge of current trends, standards, and practices of archival services in preservation archives. TO APPLY: Send cover letter and resume to Kristen Sniezek, VP Administration, 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA 02740, or ksniezek@whalingmuseum.org
4 October 2009
1) Women Divers Hall of Fame Cecelia Connelly Memorial Scholarship in Underwater Archaeology ($1,500), applications due November 15
2) Assistant Professor of American Studies/US History, Roger Williams University (A Ph.D. by September, 2010, in American Studies or United States social and/or cultural history is required. Possible areas of specialization include transnational and/or global perspectives on American life and culture; American religious history and culture; and/or maritime history and culture.)
3) The Maritime Museum of British Columbia requires the services of an individual with a background in museum, archive or library cataloguing (or the equivalent in education and demonstrated work experience.) This person will lead a team of three individuals in the cataloguing, assembly, research and storage of the museum’s collection of Naval and Merchant Marine uniforms. Closes October 9.
4) Museum Technician, Naval Museum of Quebec, closes October 9
5) Curator, Environment, Industry, and Shipping, Australian National Maritime Museum, closes October 9
6) National Maritime Museum Fellowships and Internships, applications due by November 2
$60,000 Scholarship to study Coastal Climate Change
Scholarship to Study Coastal Climate Change
Texas A&M University and the American Museum of Natural History are soliciting applications for a graduate scholarship directed towards evaluating climate change risks to indigenous cultural sites along North American coasts. The programs are particularly seeking American Indian and First Nation students with knowledge of indigenous cultural practices to explore these issues. Race or ethnicity will not be used to evaluate and select among the candidates that apply.
The scholarship will fund two years of study in a Master of Science program at Texas A&M University Department of Ecosystem Science & Management. Students will create ranked listings of indigenous cultural sites at the highest risk for destruction from climate change impacts, including current in–use places as well as areas of archaeological significance along North American coastlines. Students are expected to develop research in climate change impacts on coastal regions, the preservation of indigenous cultural sites, and the use of geographic information systems (GIS) to address both natural and social science questions. The scholarship will also enable participation at meetings of the Coastal Barrier Island Network (CBIN), a National Science Foundation–funded Research Coordination Network in
Biological Sciences.
The program begins in January, June, or August of 2010. The scholarship is valued at approximately $60,000 over a two–year period. Awards are approximated at $2,000 per month directed to the scholar. Health and dental insurance is included; remaining funds are distributed for tuition support, travel, and research supplies.
For additional information, contact Rusty Feagin at: feaginr@tamu.edu
Study Maritime Archaeology in Western Australia
STUDY MARITIME ARCHAEOLOGY IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE / GRADUATE DIPLOMA / MASTERS APPLIED MARITIME ARCHAEOLOGY
(BY THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA AND THE WESTERN AUSTRALIAN MUSEUM)
These postgraduate degrees are taught every 2 to 3 years in Perth, Australia. The program aims to provide the specialist practical skills and knowledge in maritime archaeology, or to lead students to higher-degree research in the field of maritime archaeology. The courses are taught by expert archaeologists and museum staff (maritime archaeologists, conservators, museum curators, historians, boat builders) at both the University of Western Australia and the Western Australian Museum as well as industry experts in geophysics, remote sensing, and marine studies. Our focus is very much ‘hands–on’ as well as providing a supportive and stimulating academic environment. Enrolments are limited.
Applicants are normally expected to possess a bachelor’s degree in archaeology or a related discipline. If applicants are to dive then qualifications are required. More information on the program structure can be found on: http://www.archaeology.arts.uwa.edu.au/for/future/postgrad (bottom of page). See also, http://www.museum.wa.gov.au/collections/maritime/march/uwa-gradprog.asp.
PROGRAM COORDINATORS
Dr. Alistair Paterson, Associate Professor
Dr. Wendy van Duivenvoorde, Adjunct Lecturer / Assistant Curator
Corioli Souter, Adjunct Lecturer / Curator
CONTACTS for timetable and further information
Faculty Student Office
(Tel) +61 8 6488 2091
(E–mail) arts.faculty@uwa.edu.au
Dianne Anstey, Administrative Officer, Archaeology
(Tel) +61 8 6488 2868
(E–mail) dianne.anstey@uwa.edu.au
New on-line course: Archaeological Oceanography
The distance learning program at the Oceanographic Center of Nova Southeastern University is excited to announce a new online 3-credit graduate course, Archaeological Oceanography: Reefs and Wrecks.
This course brings together the human history of exploration of the seas through navigation with ocean forces and features, most notably storms. When ships are lost-at-sea, and shoreline cities are submerged, human exploration and salvage interests are common. Legal battles are common. Elements of concern include stewardship of natural and cultural resource plus conservation and research of artifacts.
The course instructor, Dr. Clarice M. Yentsch, conducted national and international oceanographic research for 20 years and more recently has worked as a consultant with the American Museum of Natural History in NYC, the Smithsonian Institution National Museum of Natural History in Washington D.C. and was Curator of Education at the Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Museum in Key West from 2002 to 2008.
She is presently working with the Museum of Art in Fort Lauderdale, now a part of Nova Southeastern University. She is a research scientist and adjunct professor at the Oceanographic Center with a keen interest in underwater archaeology.
Archaeological Oceanography: Reefs and Wrecks will premier in the Fall 2 term of study (October 19th – December 11th, 2009). Registration is now open. The course may be taken as a stand-alone, or for credit towards either of two Graduate Certificates or the distance MS in Coastal Zone Management. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.nova.edu/ocean/disted.html or contact us by email (oconline@nova.edu) or telephone (1 800 541 6682 Ext. 23621).
Julio Perez
Administrative Assistant
Distance Education Programs
Nova Southeastern University
Oceanographic Center
8000 North Ocean Drive
Dania Beach, FL 33004
http://www.nova.edu/ocean/disted.html
tel: 1-800-541-6682 Ext. 23621 (954-262-3621)
fax: 954 262 4020
Email: oconline@nova.edu
On AOL Instant Messenger as: oconline@nova.edu
On Windows Live Messenger as oconline@nova.edu
Office hrs: M-F 8:30am – 4:30pm eastern time
