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Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.
Your Opportunity
We’re seeking a Junior Archaeologist with experience in archaeology or anthropology to join our Environmental Services Team in Atlantic Canada. This is your opportunity to build your career with a team that offers mentorship from experienced, multi-disciplined professionals, time banking and flexibility, and travel across Atlantic Canada.
Depending on the candidate's qualifications, this will be a full-time permanent position or a contract position with the potential to transition to a full-time permanent position based on performance and availability of work.
The hiring process is ongoing, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Your Key Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of Stantec’s permitted Intermediate and Senior archaeologists, Junior Archaeologists assist with carrying out archaeological field work and reporting under current provincial and professional requirements.
This can include assisting with:
Archaeological Walkovers: field walking at specified intervals to identify archaeological resources or evaluate archaeological resource potential
Test pit surveys: hand excavation of test pits along specified intervals to identify archaeological resources
Hand excavation of archaeological test units
Staking out archaeological grids
Recording and interpretation of soil stratigraphy and archaeological features
In-field artifact identification and office-based artifact cataloguing
Preparation of Archaeological Field Research Permit Applications and Archaeological Impact Assessment reports
Conducting supporting background research and preparing Archaeological Field Research Permit applications, Archaeological Impact Assessment reports, and contributing to environmental assessments
Travel, as required, to various local and/or remote field sites, with overnight travel sometimes required, and occasional 1-2 week shifts away from home
Promote a strong health and safety culture and actively participate in Stantec’s Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) Program
Your Capabilities and Credentials
A valid driver’s license and a good driving record are required
Able to lift 50lbs and complete physically demanding fieldwork in a range of weather conditions for up to 12 hours per day while maintaining a positive, solutions-focused attitude
Willingness to travel within Atlantic Canada and work in remote locations with overnight stays for short and long durations
Able to work effectively in a team atmosphere and independently, as required
Strong initiative with the ability to adapt to changing conditions and make independent, informed decisions
Time management skills that include balancing short-term and immediate work commitments with varying priorities and deadlines
Strong communication skills, including verbal, technical writing, and electronic communications
The following skills are not required but would be considered an asset:
- Knowledge of current provincial regulatory requirements relating to archaeology in Atlantic Canada
Experience working with GIS software and digital data collection tools
Experience in planning, coordinating, and implementing field programs
Education and Experience
A master’s degree in Anthropology or Archaeology, or equivalent, is preferred.
Current graduate students in anthropology or archaeology are encouraged to apply.
Academic or work experience in Atlantic Canada, particularly New Brunswick, is an asset.
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities…
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