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ARCHAEO RESEARCH is always interested in receiving resumes from researchers with backgrounds in anthropology, archaeology, ethnography, geography, history and linguistics who may be selected for special projects as they become available. Applicants should have at least a BA degree, and preferably an Honours or MA degree, as well as relevant non-academic research experience and good report writing skills. Please write or e-mail us outlining your research qualifications and experience, including references.

Archaeo Research currently has two job postings:

1. Cultural Anthropologist

Archaeo Research Limited is looking for a highly motivated cultural anthropologist to conduct applied research in ethnography, ethnohistory, genealogy, aboriginal land use and occupancy, potential aboriginal interests, and litigation support. In addition, the incumbent may be required to serve occasionally as an archaeological field assistant. This position is based in Victoria, B.C., but will involve travel to locations in British Columbia and likely outside British Columbia.

Applicants should have the following qualifications:

  • undergraduate, but preferably a graduate, degree in cultural anthropology or a closely related field
  • a valid British Columbia driver´s licence
  • a high level of physical fitness and no addictions to nicotine, alcohol, marijuana, drugs or gambling
  • competence using Microsoft Office software: Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint; competence in Adobe Illustrator, genealogical software programs and/or GIS programs is also an asset.
  • experience in archival research on First Nations in British Columbia
  • general knowledge of the history of British Columbia
  • general knowledge of the ethnography and ethnohistory of First Nations in British Columbia
  • experience in conducting research in First Nation communities in British Columbia
  • descriptive linguistics is desirable
  • experience in writing focused, succinct, well organized reports in consulting or postgraduate contexts (undergraduate term papers are not considered relevant)
  • experience in training First Nation researchers is desirable
  • experience in conducting in-depth interviews
  • ability to work responsibly with a minimum of supervision and as a "team player" on research teams of several people
  • experience working in a consulting environment

Salary is negotiable, based on the applicant´s experience and qualifications. This position is advertised in anticipation of a pending maternity leave. Depending on the demonstrated abilities of the successful applicant and on the volume of work, the position may extend beyond the period of maternity leave of the present incumbent. Persons who cannot legally work in Canada should not apply.

Applicants should send a resume or CV by mail or by e-mail to archaeo@archaeo.net or by fax to 250-383-4583. Upon receiving a resume or CV, we will contact the applicant to confirm that it has arrived, but please do not inquire about the position by telephone or in person. After a review of the resumes received, a short list will be prepared of applicants to be interviewed.

This position was posted on September 15, 2005 and will remain posted and otherwise advertised until a suitable person is found.

2. Senior Anthropologist

Archaeo Research Limited is looking for a highly motivated senior anthropologist to conduct applied research in ethnography, ethnohistory and genealogy. Research projects can involve reconstruction of the former social composition of aboriginal groups; detailed studies of aboriginal land use and occupancy; analysis of potential aboriginal interests in specific lands; and litigation support in aboriginal court cases. The ability to design, carry out and supervise thorough, objective research is essential. In addition, the incumbent may be required to assist in archaeological projects. This position is based in Victoria, B.C., but will involve travel to locations in British Columbia and likely outside British Columbia.

Applicants should have the following qualifications:

  • MA or Ph.D in cultural anthropology or a related field, based on a thesis or dissertation (degrees based solely on course work are not recognized); a B.A. degree with extensive research experience, including significant reports and/or publications will also be considered
  • a valid British Columbia driverÕs licence
  • a high level of physical fitness and no addictions to nicotine, alcohol, marijuana, drugs or gambling
  • competence using Microsoft Office software: Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint; competence in Adobe Illustrator, genealogical software programs and/or GIS programs is also an asset.
  • experience in archival research on First Nations in British Columbia
  • general knowledge of the history of British Columbia
  • general knowledge of the ethnography and ethnohistory of First Nations in British Columbia
  • experience in conducting research in First Nation communities in British Columbia
  • experience in conducting and analysing in-depth interviews
  • basic descriptive linguistics, particularly transcription into IPA orthography
  • experience in writing focused, succinct, well organized reports or publications, in consulting or postgraduate contexts
  • experience in training First Nation researchers is desirable
  • ability to work responsibly with a minimum of supervision and as a "team player" on research teams of several people
  • ability to supervise, train and direct junior staff members
  • experience working in a consulting environment

Salary is negotiable, based on the applicantÕs experience, qualifications and demonstrated abilities. Persons who cannot legally work in Canada should not apply.

Applicants should send a resume or CV by mail or by e-mail to archaeo@archaeo.net or by fax to 250-383-4583. Upon receiving a resume or CV, we will contact the applicant to confirm that it has arrived, but please do not inquire about the position by telephone or in person. After a review of the resumes received, a short list will be prepared of applicants to be interviewed.

This position was posted on September 15, 2005, and will remain posted or otherwise advertised until the position is filled.

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