SEARCH is hiring a
Archaeologist, Remote - United States

Summary

The job is for a Full-Time Archaeologist at SEARCH based out of/near Miami, FL. The role involves supporting archaeological monitoring, survey, and excavation projects. The company offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation package, and strong health and wellness benefits.

Requirements

• Master’s degree (obtained or in progress) in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field
• Minimum 6 months archaeological experience in South Florida
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in variable terrain and environments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation
• Located in or within 20 miles driving distance to Miami, FL

Responsibilities

• Adhere to project health and safety plans and participate in office and field trainings and meetings
• Conduct archaeological monitoring, survey, testing, and excavation in support of Phase I, II, and III studies
• Recognize archaeological signatures and apply reasoning to evaluate resources
• Evaluate and record accurate, organized, and clear field notes, maps, drawings, logs, forms, tables, databases, artifact bags, box labels, and other project documentation
• Collect and inventory artifacts, ecofacts, and samples in accordance with the research design, and keep an accurate field specimen log
• Identify potential human and faunal remains, and treat any suspected human burial remains respectfully and in a manner consistent with the research design and applicable State and Federal guidelines and laws
• Perform quality control of field data (hand-written and electronic) on a daily basis to ensure information is accurate and complete
• Use electronic and traditional navigational equipment to determine project limits, record fieldwork, document findings, and communicate progress
• Photo-document artifacts, features, excavation units, land use, landscapes, unique environmental features, historic structures, archaeology sites, unique environmental features, specialized equipment or technique usage, and work-in-progress
• Procure and maintain field equipment, technology, field laboratory supplies, vehicles, and supplies in a clean, working, and safe manner
• Occasionally meet with, coordinate, and collaborate with landowners, land agents, clients, other field research teams, and visiting regulatory agency staff
• Travel for extended periods of time

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrative knowledge of and familiarity with performing archaeological monitoring, survey and excavation in South Florida
• Meet the Secretary of the Interior (SOI) qualifications for archaeology
• Understanding of the Cultural Resource Management (CRM) industry at the regionwide, nationwide, and worldwide level
• Professional working proficiency in Spanish

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Per Diem (for overnight travel)
• SEARCH-subsidized Group Health Insurance (including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage)
• SEARCH-provided Short-Term Disability Insurance
• SEARCH-provided Long-Term Disability Insurance
• SEARCH-provided Group Term Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Generous 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays (10)
• Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Merit-Based Raises, Bonuses, and Promotions