MVAC Archaeology Technician

Universities of Wisconsin • La Crosse, WI

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About The Position

If hired from this pool, the archaeology technician will be under the general supervision of the relevant department chair. This position consists of assisting MVAC staff members in conducting archaeological surveys and excavations in the field and processing the artifacts in the laboratory. 95% – Archaeology field experience conducting surveys and excavations and processing the artifacts. 5% – Other duties as assigned by supervisor. The College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities (CASSH) is a vibrant academic community bringing together the strengths of the liberal arts, innovative interdisciplinary programs, and the creative energy of the School of Visual and Performing Arts. The College actively supports the university’s General Education Program and offers a robust number of undergraduate degrees and three graduate programs. As a staff member in CASSH, you will join colleagues who share a deep commitment to student success. UW-La Crosse does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 608-785-8013.

Requirements

• Have taken a formal archaeology field school and have additional field experience.
• All the physical demands necessary to be able to complete archaeology field work.
• Travel and overnights on occasion.

Nice To Haves

• Additional experience as archaeology field crew supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Archaeology field experience conducting surveys and excavations and processing the artifacts.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• Paid vacation for 12-month positions.
• Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage.
• Paid holidays and paid sick days.
• After 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career.
• Benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees