Principal Investigator, Laboratory Manager (Arizona)
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Title: Principal Investigator Laboratory Manager
Location: Tucson AZ
Job Code: LabPIAZ25
Job Link:SEARCH Job Postings
Position Information
SEARCH has an opening for a Full-Time Laboratory Manager to join our Archaeology Lab team. This position is based out of our Tucson Arizona office. The Laboratory Manager will coordinate with Project Managers (PM) and Principal Investigators (PI) to design plan and implement data analysis of archaeological material from intake to curation in concert with laboratory staff supporting multiple projects including projects for Federal and State government agencies.
SEARCH provides a flexible work environment a professional and collaborative atmosphere and a wide range of projects and opportunities for our staff. SEARCH offers a competitive total compensation package with strong health and wellness and retirement plans. Benefits include medical dental and vision insurance group term life insurance 401(k) plan with match 11 paid holidays per year and paid time off (PTO). Pay is commensurate with education and experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Establish and maintain lab protocols and Standard Operating Procedures.
- Prepare laboratory work plans to meet the needs of each project including budget schedule research questions analysis and artifact imaging.
- Ensure that laboratory analysis adheres to the laboratory work plan developed for each project.
- Coordinate with PMs and PIs to develop hours estimates for inclusion in proposals.
- Keep apprised of research literature regarding new methodologies and implement them when necessary or practical.
- Produce data tables following completion of analysis to be used in the report and report appendices.
- Maintain compliance regarding industry standards in archaeological curation with corresponding agencies.
- Provides technical completeness and accuracy of submittals and work performed.
- Oversee archaeological survey excavation and monitoring and subsequent analysis and reporting
- Conduct research and analyses of archaeological material.
- Prepares technical reports documenting the results of fieldwork and archival research.
- Performs evaluations and makes recommendations for significance effect and treatment.
- Develops work plans research designs and mitigation proposals.
- Prepares project budgets and scopes and assures adherence to them.
- Conducts site file searches at federal state and private repositories.
- Supervise archaeology team members or other staff.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications Required:
- Graduate degree in Archaeology Anthropology or a related field.
- Minimum 7 years experience in Cultural Resource Management; 5 years of supervisory experience encompassing time in field laboratory and office.
- Knowledge of methods pertaining to the recovery treatment identification and qualitative quantitative and statistical analysis of cultural materials.
- Demonstrated knowledge in identification and analysis of Arizona prehistory artifacts.
- Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory curation standards and methodologies.
- Understanding of Arizona State Museum curation procedures and standards.
- Technical writing experience.
- Specialized analytical experience in ceramic flaked/ground stone and/or faunal and shell artifacts.
Qualifications Preferred:
- 15 years relevant experience.
Application Requirements:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- References
- Writing samples (if a collaborative report identify sections authored) of material analysis and dissemination of findings.
Other Important Need-to-Know Information
- This position will require flexible availability outside of standard working hours.
- This position will be based out of Tucson Arizona.
- Applicants must be eligible to be employed in the United States.
- SEARCH is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds cultures orientations ideas and talents can flourish.
- SEARCH is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
- SEARCH is an Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
- Employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory verification of criminal education driving and/or employment background checks as well as passing results from a pre-employment drug screen.
- We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or if requested to participate in an interview please let us know.
Benefits
SEARCH Compensation and Benefits include:
- Competitive Salary
- Per Diem (for overnight travel)
- SEARCH-subsidized Group Health Insurance (including Medical Dental and Vision coverage)
- SEARCH-provided Short-Term Disability Insurance
- SEARCH-provided Long-Term Disability Insurance
- SEARCH-provided Group Term Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Emergency Travel Assistance
- Generous 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Holidays (11)
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Merit-Based Raises Bonuses and Promotions
About SEARCH:
SEARCH is a global leader in archaeology maritime archaeology and the full spectrum of cultural heritage services. SEARCHs staff are industry leaders and subject matter experts who support commercial and government clients worldwide. Since 1993 SEARCH has completed over 5000 projects nationwide and across 44 countries spanning seven continents and four oceans. By integrating science technology and creativity SEARCH harnesses the power of the past to advance the projects places and people it serves
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Please send inquiries about the position to . Include the Job Posting code (LabPIAZ25) in the subject line of your email.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
