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Assistant/Associate Scholar Historic Preservation Program (65265)

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University of Florida
Location
Gainesville, Florida

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Assistant/Associate Scholar Historic Preservation Program (65265)

Location:
Gainesville, Florida
Open Date:
Oct 6, 2020
Description:

The college-wide Historic Preservation Program at the University of Florida is seeking a professional in digital imaging of architectural and cultural resources to direct the Envision Heritage initiative and Envision Lab. Launched in 2012, Envision Heritage is dedicated to exploring how new and emerging digital technologies can be employed to assist with heritage documentation, conservation, and interpretation. To date, much of the research and work of Envision Heritage has focused on terrestrial laser scanning and 3D photogrammetry. Envision Lab is dedicated to providing analysis and digital documentation of architectural materials, archaeological artifacts, and other physical cultural resources. Located in Governors House in St. Augustine, Envision Lab is part of the Preservation Institute St. Augustine mission to prepare the next generation of historic preservation specialists through applied (“hands-on”) learning and research while helping record, study, conserve, and interpret the historic City of St. Augustine.

The position of Assistant or Associate Scholar will support research, teaching, and service and serve as Director of Envision Heritage and Envision Lab. The individual will serve in a leadership role on funded research and sponsored projects involving digital imaging and coordinating materials analysis studies. The individual will work closely with the Director of Historic Preservation. The individual will also work closely with project sponsors, project partners, and other researchers to collect and analyze digital data, create products from digital data, and oversee the materials research undertaken at Envision Lab.  The individual will need to have an understanding of historic preservation/cultural heritage conservation procedures and best practices and a technical skillset and understanding of digital imaging technologies and techniques, data management, data integrity, and materials conservation.  As a Principal Investigator, the individual will actively seek funding sources for Envision Heritage and Envision Lab. 

Job Responsibilities

  • Manage funded research and sponsored projects, including staff management, communication with project sponsors, fiscal management, and preparation of progress reports.
  • Collect, process, and work with digital data to support funded research project needs.
  • Develop workflows for delivery of products created through the use of digital technologies and other recording and analytical methods. 
  • Seek and secure funding sources for Envision Heritage and Envision Lab.
  • Supervise graduate assistants and others contributing to grant and sponsored project research.
  • Oversee budgeting and finances.
  • Teach the Built Heritage Documentation I and II course sequence that incorporate digital technologies. Anticipated course load is one course per fall and spring semesters.
  • Dissemination of research through peer reviewed journal articles and publications and conference presentations.
  • Long-term strategic planning for Envision Heritage and Envision Lab.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • A Ph.D. (preferred) or Master’s Degree in Historic Preservation, Architecture, Urban Planning, or another related field, from an accredited college or university. 
  • Minimum five (5) years’ experience using digital imaging technologies like laser scanning. 
  • Demonstrated experience working on grant funded research and sponsored projects.
  • Independent work ethic and willingness to learn new topics and skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Excellent communication and writing skills. 
  • 5+ years’ experience with terrestrial laser scanning and other digital imaging techniques.
  • Demonstrated experience managing digital imaging projects for heritage sites. 
  • Supervisory and/or personnel management experience.
  • Experience managing grants and sponsored project contracts.
  • Experience with fiscal and budget management.
  • Extensive experience with Windows Operating System and Microsoft Office Suite.

Application Instructions:

Individuals wishing to apply should submit the following:

  • Cover letter
  • Resume/Curriculum vitae
  • Three (3) letters of recommendation.

Review of applications will begin October 20, 2020 and continue until the position is filled. 

Final candidate will be required to provide official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

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