Kansas State University (K-State) is accepting applications for an Archaeologist (Research Assistant) to serve on K-State’s archeology support team at Ft Riley, Kansas.  Primary duties include working with a team of two other archaeologists to perform archaeological surveys, site assessments, and site monitoring; assist with curation, classification, and description of recovered remains; and provide support for writing technical reports. 

This full-time position does not require travel beyond the Ft. Riley workstation, thus, allows a stable home base in the Manhattan-Ft Riley area.  This is also a benefits eligible position including a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, and paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave. 

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a related field and have completed a formal archaeological field school or comparable training or experience. Preferred qualifications include having earned a master's degree in anthropology, archaeology, or related field; 24 months of relevant experience with archaeological field work; experience in CRM, and preferably previous experience with archaeology of the Great Plains, Kansas, or the Flint Hills region.

This position is funded through May 31, 2024.

For more information and to apply: https://careers.pageuppeople.com/742/cw/en-us/job/515920/research-assistant

Historic Preservation Specialist Position- Kansas Historical Society, SHPO Office. Deadline August 29. For more information

Historic Preservations Specialist- Kansas Historical Society

The History Nebraska State Archeology Office is seeking a passionate, engaged, and detail-oriented Assistant State Archeologist to manage the division’s Highway Archeology Program. This position provides a unique supervisory opportunity to manage a dynamic team dedicated to identifying and protecting Nebraska’s archeological resources and making Nebraska’s cultural history available to all. Please spread the word within your networks about this unique opportunity. More details can be found at the following link.

Asst State Archeologist, History Nebraska

The Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology is hiring a NAGPRA Program Manager. The job posting is available on Harvard University’s hiring website:

NAGPRA Progam Manager- Peabody Museum Harvard University

NAGPRA Bioarchaeologist position posted for the Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, Norman, Oklahoma. For more information: 

NAGPRA Bioarchaeologist, OK Museum of Natural History

Assistant Collections Manager/ Collections Manager, School for Advanced Research (SAR), Indian Arts Research Center (IARC) in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Deadline is Friday, July 28.

SAR Asst Collections Manager.Collections Manager

Repatriation Coordinator and Curator of Native American Cultures

Under the general direction of the Museum's Director, and with guidance from UCLA's Chancellor's Designee on Repatriation the NAGPRA Repatriation Coordinator and Curator of Native American Cultures serves as the campus's designated authority under the University of California Native American Cultural Affiliation and Repatriation Policy ("UC Policy"). Develops tribal relationships that acknowledge and respect a Tribe's sovereignty, cultural protocols, and cultural and religious practices and knowledge. Works across campus departments to achieve the university's goals around the timely and respectful return of Native American ancestors and cultural items. Ensures the university is compliant with all aspects of NAGPRA, CalNAGPRA and the UC Policy. In addition, the position manages and organizes the Fowler Museum's Native American collections and associated documentation. Contributes to the development of exhibitions related to Native American cultures. Seeks grant funds to support repatriation and collaborative community projects. Supervises the Archeological Collections Manager (who supervises a repatriation team including two leads, student employees, and interns) an archivist, and others needed to meet compliance requirements.

Follow this link to view the posting and apply:

Repatriation Coordinator and Curator of Native American Cultures- UCLA Fowler Museum

Please feel free to share this recruitment with other friends and colleagues you feel may have the skills and experience for this important position.

Ball State University is hiring a NAGPRA Specialist. For more information see    Ball State NAGPRA Specialist

The WI SHPO has opened a job call for the position of State Archaeologist. The job posting can be found at the following link:

Careers (wi.gov)

All materials must be submitted through Wisc.Jobs, and must be submitted by 11:59pm (CST) on 24 July 2023.

The University NAGPRA Specialist will manage the development and implementation of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act compliance and repatriation program for Western Kentucky University, including the Department of Folk Studies and Anthropology and the Kentucky Museum. The Specialist will represent WKU as the primary contact for the NAGPRA program and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations for NAGPRA-eligible collections curated by the University. This is 12-month, full-time, on-campus staff position with benefits. The position is currently being filled as a temporary one-year position; however, it has the potential for renewal in future years. Salary range is $41,000 – $50,000.

Learn more about WKU and apply by submitting a cover letter and CV/résumé through the university’s electronic talent management system at https://wku.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=162912. The candidate review process will generally begin as materials are received. The expected start date is on or about July 1, 2023.