Assistant Research Scientist, Archaeology - Illinois State Archaeological Survey

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign•Urbana, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Prairie Research Institute (PRI) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign houses five State Scientific Surveys, including the Illinois State Archaeological Survey (ISAS). ISAS is seeking an Assistant Research Scientist, Archaeology to analyze archaeological materials and coordinate reporting for compliance with state and federal regulations concerning cultural resources. ISAS has a 80-year history of studying Illinois' archaeological heritage and uses this knowledge to protect, preserve, and interpret these resources while promoting sustainable development.

Requirements

Master's in anthropology, archaeology, or closely related discipline.
At least 3 years of professional experience in a Cultural Resource Management, academic, or government archaeological research environment with a Master's.
Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations in relation to the management of archaeological cultural resources.
Familiarity with pre-contact and post-contact history and material culture in the continental United States.
Demonstrated ability to write and edit compliance archaeology reports.
Meets the Secretary of Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards for archaeology (36 CFR Part 61).
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Ph.D. in anthropology, archaeology, or closely related discipline.
Administrative experience in a university, state, federal, or non-governmental organization.
Experience in forming and maintaining relationships with state, federal, and relevant non-governmental organizations.
Familiarity with diverse analytical methods, GIS, and database software.
Experience in supervising staff and coordinating research activities.

Responsibilities

Analyze and interpret archaeological materials recovered during compliance projects for the Illinois Department of Transportation.
Develop and implement question-based research designs.
Review and edit archaeological technical, research, and other compliance reports.
Coordinate archaeological analysis and reporting projects with the Special Projects, Transportation, Curation, and Historics section heads and Field Station Coordinators.
Contribute to ISAS’ research output through grant applications, professional publications, and conference presentations.
Coordinate multiple projects in various stages of completion among various staff and sections.
Respond to requests for information and provide technical expertise to IDOT, ISAS and PRI staff, government agencies, non-governmental organizations, academia, industry, and the general public.
Contribute to project management and tracking project status in coordination with the section head.
Manage specialized analyses within the survey and with consultants.
Conduct public engagement and educational activities that highlight the accomplishments of IDOT, ISAS, and PRI.
Complete required administrative documentation, compliance-related forms, certifications, and mandatory training programs accurately and within established deadlines.
Perform other duties as needed to further the mission and goals of the Survey, PRI, and the University of Illinois.
Keep abreast of developments in the discipline.