PSU Anthropology Department

Position Vacancy Announcement

Wyoming State Archaeologist

Company: State of Wyoming, Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources

Class Code: CRAR15

Salary Range: $6,581.00-$7,742.00 Monthly

Location: Laramie, Wyoming

The Wyoming Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources invites applications for the position of Wyoming State Archaeologist to be submitted before March 8, 2014. This position implements the program goals listed in Wyoming Statute 36-4-106(d)(i-vii) by investigating the archaeological record pertinent to the State of Wyoming, publishing results, soliciting funds, cooperating with communities and agencies and assisting them in the protection of significant sites. The State Archaeologist is an adjunct professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Wyoming, and is responsible for maintaining archaeological records deposited permanently on campus. Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. in Anthropology/Archaeology before they will be hired. Familiarity with the archaeological record of the North American Plains, Rocky Mountains, Intermountain Basins or a combination thereof is expected, along with demonstrated field experience relevant to the region. Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations regarding archaeology, permitting, and cultural resource management is necessary. A successful State Archaeologist will be able to exercise tact and diplomacy while successfully negotiating archaeological matters with a variety of entities, including federal and state agencies, elected and appointed officials, avocational archaeologists, private landowners, and colleagues.

Essential functions of the position include:

● Conducts, directs and coordinates archaeological research and investigations in the State of Wyoming.

● Supervises Assistant State Archaeologist and Archaeological Survey Manager to ensure their section activities fulfill statutory goals.

● Writes publishable quality technical reports, scientific articles, grant proposal and budget narratives.

● Organizes and provides technical assistance and educational outreach to public and private jurisdictions regarding cultural resources laws and regulations, surveys and project findings.

● Administers a biennial General Fund budget.

For complete job details and to apply: URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. No notice of eligibility will be sent to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.

Stephen R. Braund & Associates (SRB&A), an Anchorage-based applied anthropology consulting firm is seeking to hire an anthropologist for immediate employment. SRB&A has been operating as an anthropological consulting firm specializing in scientific subsistence and ethnographic research in Alaska since the 1970s.

This is a full-time temporary position that requires an individual who is capable of working as part of a team, who can travel frequently to conduct field work in villages throughout Alaska, and who can participate in the analysis and reporting of ethnographic data. This position calls for a flexible and open-minded person who enjoys traveling and discussing topics important to rural Alaskans such as subsistence hunting and fishing, wildlife, traditional knowledge, environmental issues, and the impacts of development. Attention to detail and typing skills are a must!

Pay rate will be based on individual qualifications and experience; this position could lead to permanent employment.

Applicants should have a minimum of six months experience working in Alaska. Some exceptions may be made for applicants that can demonstrate experience comparable with the level of work required. Candidates will be expected to conduct cultural/ethnographic fieldwork throughout Alaska.

Desired Skills

·         Interviewing and Interpersonal Communication Skills;

·         Writing and editing;

·         Data entry;

• Quantitative and Qualitative analysis;
• Familiarity with Word, Excel, and Access;
• Speedy typing

Desired Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in cultural anthropology, ethnography, socio-economics, or a closely related field is necessary.
• A Master’s degree in cultural anthropology, ethnography, socio-economics, or a closely related field is desired.
• Experience with conducting ethnographic interviews, literature reviews, analysis, and report and EIS preparation is preferred.
• Familiarity with Alaska rural issues, arctic and subarctic subsistence activities and concerns, cultural landscapes, and traditional cultural property research is also beneficial.

Please send a cover letter outlining your qualifications and a current CV with references to srba@alaska.net by February 7, 2014.

BRIGHAM AND WOMEN’S HOSPITAL

Job Description

JOB TITLE:     Research Assistant                                           FLSA: Non-Exempt

GENERAL SUMMARY:

COPE is a community-based outreach project being carried out in Navajo Nation. We have obtained 3 years of funding from PCORI to carry out observational mixed methods (qualitative and quantitative) research to evaluate the impact of this programmatic intervention. The aims of the research are to determine whether COPE improves clinical outcomes and cost of health care utilization. We also aim to  identify factors at the patient, community health worker and facility level that are associated with successful outcomes. Working under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and following established  policies and procedures, oversees all of PCORI research activities described in the protocol. The Research Assistant will be responsible for the following activities: organizing and coordinating all PCORI research activities, working with the Data Manager, Program Manager, and diverse stakeholders to ensure transparency, ethical conduct, and timely execution of research activities; coordinating data collection with the Data Manager, RPMS specialist, and Information Technology (IT) staff at local Indian Health Facilities; recruiting, coordinating and analyzing qualitative interviews with patients; collecting and organizing study data; scheduling patients for study visits; maintaining and updating data generated by the study; ensuring timely approval and reporting to all funding and ethical oversight committees; and supporting the Program Manager to ensure communication of studyprogress and findings with local and external stakeholders.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.                  Provides assistance on PCORI research activities as per study guidelines and protocols.

2.                  Recruits and evaluates potential study patients for qualitative interviews.  Per protocol instruction, receives referrals for potential study participants, obtains verbal consent for participation in interviews and carries out or coordinates these interviews.  Carry out qualitative analysis, with supervision and assistance.

3.                  Interacts with stakeholders and study participants with regard to study, including patient education, study protocols, and findings.

4.                  Responsible for collecting data and maintaining patient information database for study, in close coordination with the Data Manager.  May be required to input data, do minimum analysis and run various reports.  Maintains records as part of record keeping function and ensures confidentiality.

5.                  Responsible for disseminating study information to study participants and/or stakeholders.

6.                  Answers any phone calls and inquiries regarding study protocol.  Refers participants when appropriate to supervisor or clinical staff.

7.                  Coordinates meetings and regular communication with research team, coordinates study visits of AUDIT staff, co-investigators, external advisors and other key personnel.

8.                  Works closely with Program Manager to monitor and budget PCORI Research funds, and ensures accurate reporting and invoicing in coordination with BWH Administrative Staff.

9.                  Obtain and maintain all ethics committee approvals, including generation of IRB applications, amendments, and reports.

10.              Monitors and sets up any needed equipment related to research activities

11.              All other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

BS OR BA
At least one year experience coordinating research activities

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

·         Excellent interpersonal skills are required for working with study participants and stakeholders.

·         Good oral and written communication skills.

·         Knowledge of clinical research protocols, IRB procedures, manuscript and publication process.

·         Knowledge of Microsoft and data base management an asset.

·         Qualitative research analytic skills a plus or willing to learn qualitative methods with mentorship

·         Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.

·         Careful attention to detail.
·         Timeliness.
·         Ability to demonstrate professionalism and respect for subjects rights and individual needs.

·         Knowledge of Navajo culture and/or language is a strong plus.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

WORKING CONDITIONS:
·         Able to relocate to Gallup NM and reside in Gallup NM for the duration of the study position

·         Own transportation, ability and willingness to drive to meetings across broad distances

·         Able to travel intermittently to Boston or elsewhere to transmit study progress.