Coordinate with Project Managers (PM) and Principal Investigators (PI) to design, plan and implement data analysis of archaeological material from intake to curation
Establish and maintain lab protocols and Standard Operating Procedures
Prepare laboratory work plans for each project, including budget, schedule, research questions, analysis, and artifact imaging
Ensure laboratory analysis adheres to the laboratory work plan developed for each project
Coordinate with PMs and PIs to develop hours estimates for inclusion in proposals
Keep apprised of research literature regarding new methodologies and implement them when necessary or practical
Produce data tables following completion of analysis to be used in the report and report appendices
Maintain compliance regarding industry standards in archaeological curation with corresponding agencies
Provide technical completeness and accuracy of submittals and work performed
Oversee archaeological survey, excavation, and monitoring and subsequent analysis and reporting
Conduct research and analyses of archaeological material
Prepare technical reports documenting the results of fieldwork and archival research
Perform evaluations and make recommendations for significance, effect, and treatment
Develop work plans, research designs and mitigation proposals
Prepare project budgets and scopes and assure adherence to them
Conduct site file searches at federal, state, and private repositories
Supervise archaeology team members or other staff
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Graduate degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field
Minimum 7 years' experience in Cultural Resource Management
5 years of supervisory experience encompassing time in field, laboratory, and office
Knowledge of methods pertaining to the recovery, treatment, identification, and qualitative, quantitative, and statistical analysis of cultural materials
Demonstrated knowledge in identification and analysis of Arizona prehistory artifacts
Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory curation standards and methodologies
Understanding of Arizona State Museum curation procedures and standards
Technical writing experience
Specialized analytical experience in ceramic, flaked/ground stone, and/or faunal and shell artifacts
Qualifications Preferred: 15 years relevant experience
Applicants must be eligible to be employed in the United States
Employment offers contingent upon satisfactory verification of criminal, education, driving, and/or employment background checks and passing a pre-employment drug screen
Flexible availability outside of standard working hours may be required
SEARCH will endeavor to make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities