On-Call -Staff Archaeologist | Field Technician | Memphis

Chronicle Heritage • Memphis, TN

8d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Chronicle Heritage is seeking Archaeological Field Technicians to support project work out of our Memphis, Tennessee office. The role will assist the Field Director and Project Team in completing archaeological pedestrian surveys, monitoring, testing. site delineation and recording in Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Preference will be given to local candidates. Per diem will be provided for out-of-town stays. Lodging will be in hotels.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in archaeology, anthropology, or a closely related field
• Successful completion of an archaeology field school or have demonstrated equivalent experience
• 4 months or more of experience conducting survey fieldwork
• Frequent out-of-town travel, potentially for extended periods of time
• Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Experience performing pedestrian surveys, excavating/recording shovel test units, and recording archaeological sites
• Knowledge of Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee material culture - Indigenous and Euro-American history and prehistory
• Experience with car camping and backpacking
• Demonstrate excellent attention to detail, a positive work ethic, reliability, and commitment to working both independently and in a team environment
• Previous experience with mapping equipment and other special application equipment (GPS, tablets, etc.)
• Strong communication and organization skills

Responsibilities

• assisting the Field Director and Project Team in completing archaeological pedestrian surveys
• monitoring
• testing
• site delineation and recording in Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level