Associate Curator of Environmental Arch
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- The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
- Location
- Knoxville, TN
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- Institutional & Business Affairs, Arts & Museum Administration
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- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Associate Curator of Enviromental ArcheologyThe McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville seeks a full-time archaeologist to serve as Associate Curator of Environmental Archaeology, to begin as soon as possible. The Associate Curator will coordinate operations, research, and services conducted through the McClung Museum's Laboratory of Environmental Archaeology (LEA) core facility, including working with and training students and other researchers in the use of LEA equipment; serve as Principal Investigator in laboratory and field investigations in archaeology, particularly in geoarchaeology, geophysics, geomorphology, paleoenvironmental analysis, and pedology; and support the museum's ethical and legal responsibility to manage, research, and provide public access/engagement of its archaeological collections, including compliance with Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act and consulting with descendant communities.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have knowledge of current methods and theories related to geoarchaeology and cultural resource management; demonstrate skills in field and laboratory archaeological analyses related to geoarchaeology, including use of equipment including portable x-ray diffraction analyzers, laser diffraction particle size analyzers, magnetic susceptibility meters, petrographic microscopes, ground-penetrating radar and gradiometer equipment; and be able to develop, coordinate, manage, execute, and document applied archaeological projects and multi-disciplinary research projects related to cultural resource management, geoarchaeological, and geophysical investigations, including training and supervising personnel and university students. QualificationsA Master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, Geology, Earth Sciences, Environmental Sciences or a closely related discipline with a research emphasis or training in American archaeology (historic or prehistoric), geoarchaeology, or environmental archaeology is required; a Ph.D. is preferred. The candidate must also have at least four years of experience in a variety of professional activities in the above areas of endeavor, as well as experience in supervision of field or lab staff in the execution of cultural resource management activities. Experience working with museums and/or research laboratories with environmental and health safety requirements is highly preferred. The successful candidate must also be willing to work with descendant communities and will have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University.To be considered for this role all candidates must submit a resume, cover letter, and references by April 29, 2022
Job: Research Professional
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization: Mcclung Museum
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: Mar 29, 2022, 1:51:47 PM
Organization
Working at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied public universities. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee’s flagship land-grant institution includes the statewide Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute in Tullahoma. The university embodies excellence in teaching, discovery, scholarship, research, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. Known as the Volunteers, we lead with a spirit of selflessness, empathy, and courage, and strive to be champions for diversity, equity, and inclusion
UT Knoxville is a Research 1 university with 11 academic colleges and more than 900 programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students, our academic programs are repeatedly ranked top in their class. The university co-manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the country’s most prominent national lab, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and materials, national security, and more. We are closely connected with our communities through outreach and extension efforts across Tennessee and through partnerships with non-profits, corporations, and industries—regionally, nationally, and around the globe.
The city of Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The modern, thriving community is surrounded by gorgeous lakes and hundreds of miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Situated along the banks of the Tennessee River, our beautiful features an eclectic music scene, internationally recognized festivals, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural activities. Knoxville is located within a day’s drive of Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C.
Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people. The region houses many leading corporations and organizations, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Pilot/Flying J, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Regal Cinemas, along with HGTV, Food Network, and other networks owned by Discovery Inc.
As a member of the UT family, you will be surrounded by top-notch faculty, staff, and students from around the world. You will be part of a diverse campus community that is passionate about changing the world and cheering for the Vols on game day.
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