The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has branch campuses in Waukesha and Washington County.

UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/about-dei/

The Archaeological Research Laboratory Center follows directly from the Wisconsin Idea: that the university should promote the public welfare by providing information and exercising technical skills to inform public policy, conduct research on issues of importance to the peoples of the state, and communicate the results of our research to our multiple constituencies. Established in 1975 within the Anthropology Department and formalized as a Center in 2020, the ARLC programs effectively engages in the conservation and understanding of Wisconsin’s 12,000 year-old archaeological and historical heritage. The ARLC has three components: 1) the Cultural Resource Management (CRM) program 2) the Archaeological Repository and 3) student education, advising, and training programs.

The UWM-CRM program will be able to offer clients a “one-stop shop” consulting service enabling clients to comply with historic preservation regulations relating to both archaeological sites and architectural-historical resources. To learn more about the CRM program, capabilities, and services, please visit our website: https://uwm.edu/archaeology-laboratory/uwm-crm/

The Researcher I/Project Manager will be responsible for oversight of specific projects performed in the field and laboratory. The position will conduct field operations and ensure that work is carried out in a safe and timely manner. The Researcher I/Project Manager will maintain field equipment and supplies as needed. Day-to-day tasks may include completing archaeological phase I surveys, evaluating archaeological/cultural properties, training new staff on procedures, proofing project documentation, coordinating project schedules and program resources, and providing weekly reports and comprehensive and concise project summaries to the UWM-CRM Research Program Managers. Additional work may include archival and literature research, completion of supporting project documentation, recordkeeping, report writing and proofing, creating report illustrations and other program documentation as assigned.

The Researcher I/Project Manager will be based in the UWM-CRM offices on UWM’s campus. However, the work requires travel throughout the Midwest to direct and/or monitor on-going UWM-CRM projects and produce progress reports for UWM-CRM staff and clients. Fieldwork may be conducted in remote locations under stressful conditions and requires moderate physical fitness.

As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life

Complete applications should include the following supplementary components:

• Cover letter

• Resume/Curriculum vitae

• Writing sample

• Names and contact information for 3 professional references to collect confidential letters of recommendation through our application system

This is a continuous recruitment with an initial review date of 3/20/2024. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by 03/19/2024. Applications submitted after 03/19/2024 may not be reviewed.