Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is seeking a part time Archaeologist to assist with project specific archaeological monitoring for a project near Richmond, Virginia. The successful candidate will be part of an interdisciplinary team including archaeologists, architectural historians, historians, environmental scientists, engineers and planners. The qualified candidate must be able to write at a professional level and present ideas in a well-thought out and comprehensive manner.
This work is project specific, providing monitoring on an as-needed basis for 6-8 weeks starting April 6, 2020. The project location is near Richmond, VA. No hotel/per diem is available for this project.
Additional assignments are possible at the completion of this project.
Required Skills
Required Experience
WORKING CONDITIONS
The preferred candidate should enjoy working in the outdoors as required to complete job tasks. The job will require, but may not be limited to, certain physical demands while performing duties in the field. These physical requirements will include the ability to walk, stand, kneel, or bend for extended periods of time and be able to carry field equipment and supplies long distances. Field work may be conducted during any time of the year and may occur in a variety of weather and climate conditions, as needed. The candidate is not required to perform field work in hazardous weather conditions.
Work is performed in the field 50% of the time. Travel may include out-of-town work requiring driving and/or flying to project locations. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Out-of-town travel is expected.
JOB COMPETENCIES
JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.