Staff Archaeologist

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About Ball State University

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. Ball State aspires to be the model of the most student-centered and community-engaged of the 21st century public research universities, transforming entrepreneurial learners into impactful leaders – committed to improving the quality of life for all.

Department Applied Anthropology Laboratories: 700055
Department Information

The Applied Anthropology Laboratories is a highly productive research and outreach Institute within the College of Sciences and Humanities. AAL engages current undergraduate and graduate students hands-on in learning the real work of their discipline to prepare them for productive careers. We perform a wide range of research and service for and with myriad community partners in the Midwest funded by agencies from the National Parks Service, to National Science Foundation, to the National Endowment for the Humanities, and private clients across the region. Come engage in state-of-the-art research, training, and industry service with us. Learn. Work. Discover.

Department Email or Phone Number kcnolan@bsu.edu
Duties & Responsibilities

Ranking 1
Job Duty

Work with AAL staff and Research Fellows in the execution of grant projects; conduct all phases of archaeological fieldwork, laboratory analysis, and report preparation.

Ranking 2
Job Duty

Maintain a timely schedule for completing all projects.

Ranking 3
Job Duty

Plan and implement cultural resource management contract projects, including records checks, field reconnaissance, subsurface testing, mitigation, and data recovery.

Ranking 4
Job Duty

Write reports detailing assigned projects which are acceptable to the Indiana Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology, Ohio State Historic Preservation Office, other regulatory and/or funding agency.

Ranking 5
Job Duty

In cooperation with other AAL staff, maintain supplies and equipment needed to complete projects.

Ranking 6
Job Duty

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Posting Number 202000670P
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 02/15/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date 01/15/2021
Applications Accepted Through Date 02/04/2021
Open Until Filled No
Information regarding transcripts The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary

The Staff Archaeologist is a term appointment through the end of the fiscal year (June 30, 2021), potentially renewable based on performance and funding. Questions about the process or the position can be directed to Dr. Kevin C. Nolan (kcnolan@bsu.edu, 765-285-5325).

The following are required in this application:

• Cover letter
• CV

The following are optional in this application:

• Transcripts (highest qualifying degree)
• Up to two technical writing samples (primary or solo authored preferred)
• Detailed work history relevant to required qualifications (See e.g.,
https://forms.in.gov/Download.aspx?id=6579)

Writing samples and qualifications documentation may be submitted under “Other” documents. Transcripts, writing samples, and qualifications are required for a full evaluation of candidates, and will be required before hiring. Including them with your application will expedite the process, and it is strongly encouraged.