The Research Archaeologist acts as principal investigator, directs archival research, field and laboratory analyses, prepares technical reports, technical proposals and budgets, and assists other principal investigators on large projects, as assigned.
Description of Primary Duties
The Research Archaeologist acts as principal investigator, directs archival research, field and laboratory analyses, prepares technical reports, technical proposals and budgets, and assists other principal investigators on large projects, as assigned.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
Education: A Master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related discipline is required.
Experience: At least one year of full-time professional experience or equivalent specialized training in archeological research, administration, or management is required. At least four months of supervised field and analytic experience in general North American archeology is required.
Experience as a principal investigator, supervisor, and/or field director on a variety of projects ranging from surveys to full-scale excavations is required. Expertise in the pre-contact archaeology of the mid-continental U.S. is preferred, as is experience with tribal consultation and public archaeology.
Skills: Archaeological survey and excavation, technical writing, computer proficiency, and problem-solving skills are crucial for this position. The applicant should also demonstrate the ability to work both independently and collaboratively and meet deadlines. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to carry out research to completion. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
Other: Must be able to hike long distances over rugged terrain. Requires working outdoors in all types of weather, as well as occasional overnight travel.
Additional Qualifications
Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin on January 16, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.
Original transcripts will be required at time of hire. EO/AA and Diversity Statement Non Discrimination Statement
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict nondiscrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
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The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, [email protected], 417-836-8506, or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, Park Central Office Building, Suite 111, Springfield, Missouri 65897, [email protected], 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)
Supplemental Questions Required Documents
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts - 1
Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents
Letter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)
Letter of Recommendation-2 (Non-confidential)
Other Documents - 2
Unofficial Transcripts -2
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