Archaeological Lab Technician Job at Mead & Hunt, Fredericksburg, VA

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  • Mead & Hunt
  • Fredericksburg, VA

Job Description

Overview:

Mead & Hunt, a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm, is seeking an Archaeological Lab Technician to join our collaborative and innovative Cultural Resources team.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include:

  • Artifact washing and labeling
  • Data entry and database management
  • Preparation of collections for final curation using state – or repository-specific guidelines, under the direction of the Collections Coordinator and Lab Manager
  • Assist with collection deliveries
  • Executing the company’s laboratory and reporting methodologies
  • May also assist with archaeological fieldwork, artifact research, and public outreach if desired and as workloads allow
Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have:

  • Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in anthropology, archaeology, or closely related field
  • At least four months of related experience in a cultural resource management, academic or similar setting
  • A valid driver’s license

The ideal candidate will have any/all of the following:

  • Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain an organized approach to work
  • Ability to work with limited supervision
  • Working knowledge of standard archaeological laboratory methods
  • Basic knowledge of the material culture of the mid-Atlantic region
  • Attention to detail, including an aptitude for recognizing inconsistencies
  • Proficiency with MS Office, particularly Access and Excel
  • Ability to lift 40 pounds, examine small artifacts and other materials up to 8 hours per day, read and/or write small numbers and letters legibly up to 8 hours per day
  • Ability to occasionally travel overnight (less than 5 percent)

If you have strong communication and organizational skills, are self-motivated, and can work well both independently and as part of a team, complete the online application process for this job posting at .

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

 

Mead & Hunt proudly offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid sick leave, parental leave, a 401K plan with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, and an employee assistance program.

 

Wage Range: $19.00 to $22.00 – Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: experience and skill set.

 

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