Post-doctoral Research Associate-Cultural Resource Management
University of Georgia
Posted on Jul 9, 2025
Posting Details
Position Details
| Posting Number | G/R30134P |
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| Working Title | Post-doctoral Research Associate-Cultural Resource Management |
| Department | Franklin-Anthropology |
| About the University of Georgia | Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine. |
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| Employment Type | Employee |
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| Anticipated Start Date | 01/01/2026 |
| Posting Date | 07/08/2025 |
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| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | |
| Location of Vacancy | Athens Area |
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Duties/Responsibilities
| Duties/Responsibilities | Updating Fort Benning’s Cultural Resource Management Plan to be in compliance with Section 110 of the National Historic Preservation Act and Army regulations. This includes developing historic contexts and integrating archaeological and architectural data from Fort Benning and the southeast. |
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| Percentage of time | 40 |
| Duties/Responsibilities | Develop and review content for interpretive panels related to Fort Benning’s history |
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| Percentage of time | 20 |
| Duties/Responsibilities | Collaborate with UGA faculty, military personnel, and cultural resource staff to document and evaluate archaeological and historic properties |
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| Percentage of time | 20 |
| Duties/Responsibilities | General laboratory and archaeological field process and procedures |
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| Percentage of time | 10 |
| Duties/Responsibilities | Develop and maintain a research program in southeastern archaeology |
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| Percentage of time | 10 |
Position Details
Position Information
| Classification Title | Post-Doctoral Associate AD |
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| FLSA | Exempt |
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| FTE | 1.0 |
| Minimum Qualifications | |
| Position Summary | The University of Georgia invites applications for a Post-doctoral Research Associate to support cultural resource management and historic preservation initiatives at Fort Benning, Georgia. This 12-month, full-time position will be housed within the Laboratory of Archaeology and will collaborate closely with the Carl Vinson Institute of Government and the Georgia Museum of Natural History. The Post Doctoral Research Associate’s primary responsibilities will include updating Fort Benning’s Cultural Resource Management Plan in compliance with Section 110 of the National Historic Preservation Act and Army regulations, as well as contributing to the documentation and evaluation of archaeological and historic properties. Additional duties include assisting with the development of interpretive materials for Fort Benning, general laboratory and archaeological field process and procedures, developing and maintaining a research program in southeastern archaeology. Ideal candidates will have archaeological field experience and demonstrated knowledge of historic preservation practices, including architectural surveys, building assessments, and historic resource inventories. Familiarity with southeastern U.S. cultural resource management is preferred, but candidates with relevant experience from other regions are encouraged to apply. Preferred Qualifications:
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| Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position |
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| Is this a Position of Trust? | No |
| Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? | No |
| Does this position require a P-Card? | No |
| Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? | No |
| Is driving a requirement of this position? | No |
| Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? | No |
| Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) | No |
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Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
| Contact Details | For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. |
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| Recruitment Contact Name | Victor Thompson |
| Recruitment Contact Email | vdthom@uga.edu |
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter