Principal Investigator Archaeologist

Job overview

The Principal Investigator Archaeologist role is onsite in San Antonio, TX. Compensation is $81,000–$90,000 per year, and limited relocation assistance is available. The position supports cultural resource management projects in Texas and surrounding states. The archaeologist leads fieldwork and project activities, analyzes archaeological materials, documents findings, and contributes to reports and project decisions. The role also coordinates with technical, laboratory, management, and administrative staff and supports proposals and budgets to advance the organization’s cultural resources work.

What you'll do

• Conduct archaeological fieldwork and identify sites
• collect investigation data and samples
• analyze historic and prehistoric artifacts and features
• document research methods and findings
• review and write portions of reports and prepare site forms
• assist with project alternatives and resolution of adverse effects
• collaborate with technical, lab, management, and administrative staff
• support proposals and budgets.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

principal investigator archaeologist

san antonio tx

full-time

onsite

cultural resource management

archaeological fieldwork

phase i–iii

historic archaeology

prehistoric archaeology

artifact analysis

texas antiquities permit

visa sponsorship available

$81k–$90k per year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Limited relocation assistance.

Why this role

Visa sponsorship is available. Requires a master’s degree in anthropology or a related field, 5+ years in cultural resource management archaeology, and at least 3 years in leadership roles.

About the employer

Global Placement Firm is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.