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Archaeologist
Archaeologists search for, analyse and interpret the
remains of human cultures, in an attempt to reconstruct the
history, customs and way of life of previous inhabitants.
An archaeologist may perform the following tasks:
- survey, map and record archaeological sites
- develop research processes
- organise and carry out excavations, field surveys and
surface collections
- clean, conserve, restore, reconstruct and display
material found at archaeological sites
- photograph and/or draw features and artefacts both
on-site and during post-excavation analysis
- analyse the finds through a variety of means including
physical and chemical techniques and documentary research
- document the information obtained from the findings in a
concise report
- advise individuals and groups on heritage matters,
including conservation options and legal provisions
- prepare material for publication.
Archaeologists may specialise in particular geographic
regions or areas of study, such as the identification of
animal skeletal remains or plant remains.
Archaeologists may work with a variety of people, including
Indigenous groups, academics from related areas, technical
staff, people who live in the vicinity of the archaeological
sites, and labourers and other workers under their direction
on excavations.
Archaeologists are making increasing use of new
computer-based technologies including Geographic Information
Systems (GIS).
Archaeologists work indoors and out, in varying locations.
Personal contact is often involved, particularly with private
landowners and traditional site custodians. An awareness of
the traditions and hopes of Indigenous people is essential for
all archaeologists working in this area.
Required Skills - Archaeologist
- patience, perseverance and determination
- an eye for detail
- enjoy science and have aptitude for research
- strong writing skills
- aptitude for working with computers
- able to work as part of a team
- prepared to endure rough and isolated living conditions
for extended periods while involved in fieldwork
- objectivity
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