Position at Lighthouse Archaeological Maritime Program (LAMP)

From: Norine Carroll <*noricar<-at-*> Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2009 · noricar<-at-

Archaeological Conservator
The Lighthouse Archaeological Maritime Program (LAMP)

The St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum 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
    904-829-0745
    kworrell<-at->staugustinelighthouse<.>com

More information on LAMP may be found at

    <URL:http://www.LAMPmaritime.org>

Norine Carroll

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