Archaeology Lab Technician
US$21 – US$29 / hr base salary
Posted 13 Oct 2026
Advertised as “On Call Archaeology Lab Technician”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 0–1 yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
| Base salary | US$21 – US$29 / hr |
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CertificationsHigh School Diploma, GED
Field of studyAnthropology, Archaeology, History (or related)
Study levelAssociate degree or higher
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for an On Call Archaeology Lab Technician in our Richmond, VA office. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Cultural Resource Team and contribute to a growing organization that solves our client’s cultural resource challenges and helps preserve our cultural heritage.
WSP is currently looking for a talented individual to fill an hourly, project-based position conducting laboratory processing of artifacts. This position will work with senior archaeologists, field supervisors, and other staff to intake collections from the field, wash artifacts, catalog materials under supervision, take artifact photographs, and prepare collections for long-term curation.
The successful candidate will bring enthusiasm, laboratory skills, and attention to detail to contribute to WSP’s capacity and reputation in the environmental and engineering marketplace. Collections will be from sites in the Mid Atlantic region and will span the breadth of human history. The successful candidate will have experience with archaeological laboratory processes, including washing and cataloging artifacts. Experience with collections from the Eastern US is preferred but not required.
This is an on-call position, where work will be project-to-project, and may be intermittent. The successful candidate will have opportunities to join team members in archaeological field projects throughout the Mid Atlantic region.
Your Impact
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Assist with laboratory processing of artifacts supervised by a Lab Director.
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Assist with cleaning artifacts and ecofacts.
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Assist with artifact cataloguing and identification.
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Assist with artifact photography.
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Assist with artifact labeling.
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Work as part of a team.
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Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company resources and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
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Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
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High School Diploma or GED.
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0-1 year experience working or volunteering in a laboratory or museum setting
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Self-motivated, with good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment
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Attention to detail, ability to follow instructions, and good communication skills
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Physical ability to lift up to 20 lbs.