22 April 2013
1) Executive Director, Harbor History Museum, ncd
2) Museum Curator, NC Maritime Museum, closes April 26
3) Museum Director, Reedville Fishermen’s Museum, ncd
Museum Director Reedville Fishermen’s Museum is seeking an experienced Director for this regional Maritime museum. Proven experience in museum management, grant writing, exhibit design, leadership of volunteers and great communication skills are requirements. Maritime experience a plus.
See website for details. CL & resume to office@rfmuseum.org
4) Summer Intern, Lowell’s Boat Shop, apply today
Marine Archaeologist
EDUCATION, LEISURE AND HOUSING
ORKNEY COLLEGE UHI
MARINE ARCHAEOLOGIST (Ref: ORK001868)
Temporary Contract of 12 months in the first instance
FULLTIME (35 hours per week) £27,108 to £35,289, (including Distant Islands Allowance)
Orkney College UHI is seeking applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the above post.
The successful candidate will be required to take a leading role in the initiation, development, implementation and monitoring of coastal and marine developer-led, commercial and research projects whilst working in collaboration with ORCA’s environmental and terrestrial archaeologists and the staff of the Archaeology Department. Provision of relevant teaching and training will also be required.
Applicants should hold a primary degree in Archaeology or related discipline and post-graduate degree to at least MSc level, or equivalent, in a subject relevant to Marine Archaeology or Marine Geophysics, a doctorate in subject relevant to the marine historic environment and have experience of all stages of developer-led, commercial and/or research marine projects.
This post is full time and for one year, with a view to extending depending on the success of the area. Key responsibilities and duties of the post are given in the job description. Applicants should note that the job will require periods spent away from home.
For further information please contact the College Principal Bill Ross on 01856 569250 or Bill.Ross@orkney.uhi.ac.uk. For further details of roles and responsibilities please contact Paul Sharman, Senior Project Manager at ORCA Marine on 01856 569346 or paul.sharman@orkney.uhi.ac.uk.
To apply, you must complete an application online or request a pack from the address below. Please include in your application the title of your PhD, relevant research and/or commercial activity you have undertaken along with details of papers/publication you have written/contributed to. Please note that we do not accept CV’s.
It is expected that interviews will take place as soon as possible after the closing date. The successful applicant will be expected to take up post as soon as possible thereafter but this will be dependent on completion of Orkney Islands Council’s satisfactory pre employment checks.
Further information is available from, and online applications can be made through www.myjobscotland.gov.uk/orkney
Alternatively, contact Customer Services for an application pack at Orkney Islands Council, School Place, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1NY, tel: (01856) 873535 or e-mail: customerservice@orkney.gov.uk
Closing date: Friday 10 May 2013
12 April 2013
Boatswain, Lunenburg Marine Museum on the Bluenose II, closes May 2.
USS Monitor Conservator
Conservator, USS Monitor Project at the Mariners’ Museum. Apply today.
Albanian Underwater Archaeology Field Schools and AAUS Scientific Diving Course
1) The Illyrian Coastal Exploration Program would like to invite individuals interested in Mediterranean archaeology to apply for the 2013 underwater sciences field school. Set along the beautiful Dalmatian coast from July 8-21, the course spends one week each in Croatia and Montenegro. The field school is hosted by the International Centre for Underwater Archaeology in Zadar in collaboration with RPM Nautical Foundation and Transylvania University.
Students will work with the international team to learn the basics of underwater archaeology and coastal ecology. This course is suitable for beginners, especially undergraduates and masters students. Participants will learn survey methods, underwater recording, and help with ongoing research, as well as gain exposure to advanced methods through a visit to the deep sea research vessel Hercules to see its ROV system. The field school will dive on shipwrecks dating from the 4th century BC through modern times and students will get to see artifacts from many different periods. Though the field school is a general survey of maritime archaeology topics, students will leave with a good understanding of the fundamental theories and practical techniques used by archaeologists.
Application: http://www.illyriancoast.org/
Dates: July 8-21
Cost: $2000 (optional university credit available for additional fee)
Application Deadline: May 1
2) A second ten day field school is offered through the Albanian Center for Marine Research from July 23-August 2. This field school will explore the fantastic shipwrecks of southern Albania, ranging from the 5th century BC through World War II. Albania offers untouched submerged cultural heritage due to the former communist government’s complete restriction on diving, making Albanian diving today similar to 1950s Mediterranean diving at large. Students and staff will be housed in small local hotel in Saranda, directly across from Corfu and near the Butrint UNESCO World Heritage Site. To promote maritime archaeology capacity in the region, preference will be given to student from the Balkan region.
Application: http://albaniamarinecenter.org/pages/education.html
Dates: July 23-August 2
Cost: $1000 (optional university credit available for additional fee)
Application Deadline: May 1
3) The Center is also offering an AAUS scientific diving course. If you are looking to upgrade your recreational/sport diver certification in order to work or help out on university projects, AAUS scientific diving teaches “everything but the hard hat.” After this course you won’t just be a diver, you will know how to work safely underwater. This intensive course will be from June 20-July 3 in beautiful southern Albania.
Application: http://albaniamarinecenter.org/pages/education.html
Dates: June 20-July3
Cost: $1000
Application Deadline: May 1
5 April 2013
1) Paid Traineeship, Keeping History Afloat, Canal & River Trust, closes 12 April
Keeping History Afloat , Traditional Boat-Building Skills for the Future. We are offering three 18 month paid traineeships, Based at the Heritage Boatyard, Ellesmere Port , Full time traineeships will commence 7th May 2013 and finish 4th November 2014.
2) Executive Director,Cape Cod Maritime Museum, Hyannis, MA
The Cape Cod Maritime Museum, located in Hyannis, Ma, is looking for an Executive Director to oversee all aspects of the Museum ‘s operations. Responsibilities include managing staff and consultants, working closely with the Board of Trustees toward the goals and mission of this small, but vibrant Museum. Strong organizational and collaborative skills are required to work with regional governments and other institutions. Experience with non-profits desirable. Duties also include, fundraising, advertising and marketing, development and management of annual budget along with educational programs and exhibits. Please send resumes to davids@hylinecruises.com.
MA in Ancient Maritime Trade and Navigation, University of Reading
The MA in Ancient Maritime Trade and Navigation is an interdisciplinary programme delivered in collaboration with the Università Ca Foscari, Venice. It has as its focus the economic history of maritime trade, the history of technology (in respect to ship building and navigation techniques) in the Ancient and Medieval Mediterranean, and the archaeology of port infrastructures, ships, and trade goods. The Venice teaching component focuses manly on maritime and nautical archaeology.
Contacts:
Programme Director Dr Annalisa Marzano (a.marzano@reading.ac.uk)
Ca Foscari Module Director Dr Carlo Beltrame (beltrame@unive.it)
School PG Administrator Mrs Amanda Harvey (a.h.harvey@reading.ac.uk)
Enquiries may also be addressed to:
Department of Classics
University of Reading
PO Box 218
Reading, RG6 6AA, UK
(Mark envelope ‘MA enquiry‘)
Submerged Prehistoric Archaeologist Program Aide (Field Archaeologist)
Submerged Prehistoric Archaeologist, Texas A&M University
Assisting in the excavation of a submerged Paleo-Indian site in Florida, including both underwater and terrestrial excavations. Includes assisting in set up of site area, surveying site boundaries, diving and managing underwater excavation equipment, use of screens, monitoring divers, managing air supply systems, conducting SCUBA tank refills, identifying and logging cultural materials, and data collecting. Other duties as required.
Occasional Duties Assist with camp maintenance and other duties as necessary.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree or any equivalent combination of training and experience. At least six months experience with prehistoric archaeological material, and familiarity with underwater excavation techniques and gasoline pumps. At least some direct experience with submerged prehistoric excavation. Participation in an Archaeological field school. Current diving certification from acknowledged diving agency. Current dive physical, DAN insurance, DAN 02 training, CPR/First Aid Training. Ability to lift moderate loads. Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred Education and Experience:
NAUI or PADI dive master or above certification. Expertise with gasoline pumps and engines. At least one year experience with Florida and Southeastern archaeology. At least one month of underwater prehistoric excavation experience. Familiarity with Paleo-Indian artifact types. Experience with underwater pumps and dredging equipment. Experience with submerged prehistoric excavations.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
This is a temporary wage position. Project site is in Perry, Florida. Individual will need to provide own transportation to project site.
Fieldwork dates are from May 14-June 10. Applicant must be available for this entire period to be considered.
Anglo Danish Maritime Archaeological Team & ADMAT-FRANCE 2013 Field School
ADMAT’s continuing survey and excavation of the French armed merchant ship we call the Tile Wreck starts on the 18th May 2013. The field school/volunteer project will be running from the 18th May to 1st June and the 20th July to 4th August . Location Monte Cristi north coast of the Dominican Republic. The Tile Wreck is believed to have been built in the 1690’s and sunk between 1720-1723. So far the section of the keel, keelson and lower hull remaining intact is about 24 meters long. There are still places on the Team so check out the web page www.admat.org.uk and sign up today!
ADMAT is working with Oficina Nacional de Patrimonio Cultural Subacuático (ONPCS) to conduct this maritime archaeological survey and excavation. For most of 2006 and in part in 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010, this wreck was subject to an intensive archaeological survey and yielded over 2,000 artefacts, three iron cannons, three anchors and many important French faience ware sherds. Research in Paris led by Dr Francois Gendron and Dr. Jean Rosen from CNRS, has confirmed that the faience ware came from the “Nevers” foundry and dates the sinking of this wreck between 1720 and 1723. Applications are invited from divers, students, archaeologists and volunteers wishing to participate in the project, so this is a unique opportunity to have maximum hands on training and experience.
To apply please contact Dr. Spooner on: maritime_archaeology@yahoo.co.uk
University of West Florida 2013 Maritime Archaeology Field School
2013 University of West Florida Field School Application is open, apply today, kicks off 13 May.
