Archeologist

Smithsonian Institution · Washington, DC, United States

Location
Washington
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
June 06, 2026

Job Description

Summary This position is located at the National Museum of African American History & Culture (NMAAHC), Office of Curatorial Affairs. The NMAAHC is a national museum for the study and exhibition of African American history and culture. It acquires, maintains and preserves objects which document social, cultural, political, military, technological and scientific developments in the U.S. related to the African American experience. Responsibilities The Archeologist provides assistance, oversight, and coordination of cultural resource compliance and is tasked with conducting archeological research for the Museum including working with Slave Wrecks Projects partners. In this position, you will: perform terrestrial and underwater archaeology field work that involves the safe documentation, excavation, and analysis of artifacts, features, and structures located on land and underwater to include performing surveys, digging and documenting sites that may contain artifacts related to the Slave W...

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