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Staff Archaeologist

Thompson Engineering
Mobile, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/12/2025 CLOSED ON 12/25/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Archaeologist position at Thompson Engineering?

Overview

Thompson Engineering is seeking a Staff Archaeologist to support archaeological investigations, laboratory analysis, and reporting efforts across the Southeastern United States. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of regional cultural heritage.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred
  • Proven experience as an Archaeologist or in a similar professional role
  • Proficiency with archaeological field and laboratory tools and equipment
  • Strong knowledge of archaeological principles, theories, methods, and practices
  • Experience conducting archaeological artifact analysis
  • Familiarity with cultural heritage legislation and compliance requirements
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
  • Experience in Southeastern archaeology required or strongly preferred

Responsibilities

  • Work independently and collaboratively with the Principal Archaeologist to prepare high-quality technical reports
  • Prepare project-related materials (documents, photographs, artifacts, and digital records) for long-term curation
  • Assist field archaeologists as needed during field investigations
  • Conduct laboratory analysis of archaeological artifacts, including classification, analysis, and preservation using established methodologies
  • Establish and maintain a type/reference collection of prehistoric and historic artifacts common to regional archaeological sites
  • Maintain the archaeological site database (State Site Files), including submitting corrections and updates to previously recorded sites
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