Associate Archaeologist / Principal Investigator

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a cultural resource professional who is ready for the next step in your career? Do you envision yourself leading crews on surveys in Texas and the surrounding states?

Environmental Research Group, LLC (ERG) seeks a full-time Associate Archaeologist / Principal Investigator to engage in project work in the greater Texas area with opportunities to work across the nation. Preferably, qualified candidates must be willing to report to our Austin, TX office 2 to 3 days per week when not in the field.

ERG is a service-disabled veteran-owned, economically disadvantaged, woman-owned and small business. Founded in 2000, ERG provides environmental and cultural resources consulting services. We are a value-driven, employee first company. Trust, expertise, and compassion drive our success, while gratitude, joy, and flexibility drive the team. We genuinely care about our team and the success and wellbeing of each team member.

As an Associate Archaeologist / Principal Investigator, you would be expected run field projects (including travel with overnight stays for one week to ten days at a time), assist with report writing, peer review, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with a team.

The Ideal Candidate Will Meet / Exceed the Following Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or closely related field
• Professional Experience

3+ years of experience as a Principal Investigator or Project Manager on archaeological field projects in a cultural resource management environment (leading crews, drafting reports, client communication)

Working knowledge of relevant federal and state cultural and environmental resource regulations (Section 106, NEPA, Antiquities Code of Texas, and guidelines for archaeological investigations in Texas and surrounding states)

Detail-oriented, strong communication, data collection & analysis skills

Able to work with both less experienced and more seasoned staff, with the ability to know when the roles on the project need to be support vs. decision maker

Valid driver's license

The base salary range for this position is $60k to $70k per year, commensurate with experience. Discretionary bonuses are offered for exceptional performance. ERG's benefits package includes health insurance with a generous employer subsidy, eleven paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with an employer contribution regardless of employee contribution.

Think you have what it takes to be successful with this opportunity? Apply through our careers page via https : / / envrg.isolvedhire.com / jobs / . Potential qualified candidates should be prepared to provide writing samples upon request.

ERG, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability or protected veteran status. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.