​​The Edward A. Chappell and Susan L. Buck Architectural Research Fellowship​

The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is pleased to offer a fellowship in honor of the late Edward A. Chappell, Shirley and Richard Roberts Director of Architectural Research. This fellowship supports the study and recording of early buildings in the Chesapeake region through fieldwork using measured drawings, photographs, text, publication, and other media.

About The Position

This fellowship is a term position of 12 months. The successful candidate will present their research via a written article or presentation at a professional conference at the end of the fellowship term.

Main Duties

• Conducts original research and fieldwork on early structures within the Chesapeake region in support of the major preservation and interpretive goals and educational mission of the Foundation.
• Facilitates productive working relationships within and outside the department.
• Prepares analytical and interpretive reports, including but not limited to historic structures reports, scholarly journals, monographs, and in-house interpretive reports or other appropriate venues to support the educational and preservation mission of the Foundation.
• Documents buildings and architectural features using measured drawings, photography, and architectural descriptions to Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS) standards.
• Prepares 2D and 3D digital architectural documentation drawings.
• Presents lectures and audio-visual presentations to internal and external audiences.
• Works collaboratively and cooperatively with internal and external partners toward the successful completion of projects and Foundation preservation efforts.
• Performs other related tasks as required.

Required Education and Experience

• A master’s degree in preservation, history, architecture, material culture or a related field.
• A valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license and an acceptable driving record based on The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation’s criteria.
• A 5-year Motor Vehicle Record prior to employment.
• At least 21 years of age.
• No more than 1 moving violation or at fault accident within 12 months.
• No more than 2 moving violations or at fault accidents within 36 months.
• No serious motor vehicle violations including but not limited to excessive speeding, reckless driving, DUI/DWI, suspended or revoked license, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience conducting architectural research and fieldwork.

Key Skills / Competencies

• Knowledge of: Solid understanding of English and American architecture of the seventeenth, eighteenth, and early nineteenth centuries.
• Ability to develop and conduct fieldwork and research projects independently and work collaboratively and cooperatively with others.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, including the ability to prepare reports and articles and the ability to give presentations and tours.
• Proficiency with hand- and computer-aided documentation.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD.

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Work is performed in a combination of office and external environments.
• The position may require walking, standing, and occasional bending or light lifting.
• The role may involve exposure to materials, tools, and environmental conditions typical of historic structures and their restoration.

Typical Work Schedule

• This position is expected to work a regular full-time schedule, 40 hours/week, with additional hours as needed to meet departmental, institutional, and project demands.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation listed below for this position represents the anticipated hiring range and is provided in accordance with Virginia pay transparency requirements. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as the selected candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, education, certifications, internal equity, and the specific requirements of the role. Range: $44,100 to $66,100.