Archaeologist I

Job Responsibilities

• Act as administrator of the Hobby License program
• Manage all databases related to the Maritime Research Division (MRD ) program
• Support archaeological research
• Participate in community outreach events
• Act as principal/co-principal investigator on projects as designated by the supervisor
• Manage equipment
• Act as a dive safety officer for the MRD

About the Role

The employee will also manage equipment and act as a dive safety officer for the MRD.

Requirements

• Public relations skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Research and documentation skills
• Writing skills, namely, the ability to be flexible in writing styles to meet the needs of both research and education/outreach goals
• Public speaking skills
• Organizational skills
• Extensive diving experience, including experience in low-zero visibility, heavy seas, currents, and other challenging conditions
• Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, social media skills
• Small boat handling

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in archaeology or anthropology

Additional Comments

Job Close Date: 08/31/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant: Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by August 31, 2026.

Benefits

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.