NEWS & ARCHIVES

Monday, October 25, 2010

Job Announcement: Bishop Museum

COLLECTION TECHNICIAN – Archaeology (PT)

Bishop Museum invites applications for a part-time (20 hours per week) archaeology technician in the Department of Anthropology. Major duties include: archaeological documentation research and data entry to enhance database records. Support and assist in archaeology collection documentation as delegated by a supervising staff member(s). Participate in collection inventory, including artifact inventory, description and analysis, and digitization of associated field documents. Prepare artifacts for display or other educational activities. Participate in collection tours and special presentations; assist in maintenance of all collections in storage and display.

B.A. in Archaeology (or Anthropology) required, but higher degree is desired. Previous database management and metadata organization skills are highly desired.

Applications will start to be reviewed on November 15th, but the search will remain open until the position is filled.

If interested in this position please submit a cover letter, resume and three references to humanresources@bishopmuseum.org

If potential applicants have questions they can contact Dr. Jenny Kahn for more information at jennifer.kahn@bishopmuseum.org