NAGPRA Regional Coordinator

Job Summary

The Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology at Harvard University seeks an individual for the position of NAGPRA Regional Coordinator to support the Peabody’s implementation of NAGPRA (Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act). This individual’s responsibilities help to further the Peabody’s institutional goals of ethical stewardship, including fostering relationship building, collaborative dialogue, and diverse perspectives. This is a three-year term position reporting to the Director of NAGPRA.

Auto req ID

59983BR

Job Code

403089 Senior Curatorial Technician

Location

USA - MA - Cambridge

Business Title

NAGPRA Regional Coordinator

Sub-Unit

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Appointment End Date

31-Dec-2025

Salary Grade

055

Time Status

Full-time

Union

55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers

Basic Qualifications

BA in a relevant discipline such as anthropology, archaeology, Indigenous or American studies, or museum studies and two years professional experience in a museum, archaeological, and/or indigenous heritage or research center. Masters degree will be considered in lieu of experience requirement.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

· The position requires strong analytical writing and research skills with attention to detail and accuracy and the ability to synthesize multiple lines of information;

· Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment;

· Discretion and interpersonal skills

· Ability to manage multiple project timetables.

· Strong ties to North American Indigenous communities preferred.

· Knowledge of The Museum System (TMS) or other museum collections management systems and museum cataloguing procedures and descriptive standards preferred.

· An understanding of historic and contemporary approaches to museum collections and indigeneity and anthropological research practices and methodologies.

· Some previous experience with NAGPRA implementation (consultation and inventory/report production) preferred.

Additional Information

About the Peabody Museum

The Peabody Museum is situated on the ancestral and traditional land of the Massachusett people. It cares for over 1.2 million items from across the world, including cultural, archaeological, and osteological collections as well as extensive photographic and archival materials. The Museum is committed to the ethical stewardship of its collections through implementation of collaborative and culturally responsive care, interpretation, and engagement. We strive for a diverse, inclusive and equitable working environment and to act in ways that address the global challenges of climate change and environmental sustainability.

All offer letters will be made by FAS HR.

Department

Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology

Pre-Employment Screening

Criminal, Education, Identity

Job Function

Museum

Position Description

Duties and Responsibilities

· Works with sensitive collections and content which requires attentiveness to university and cultural protocols.

· Conducts and coordinates consultation, inventory research, and report production for a designated geographic region with a preference for Southwest/California. Focus on implementation of NAGPRA sec.10.11 disposition of culturally unidentifiable human remains and associated funerary objects.

· Synthesizes and generates written summaries using a broad range of sources.

· Creates materials required for NAGPRA implementation and committees.

· Facilitates use of the collection for NAGPRA implementation and responds to inquiries about the collection in writing, by telephone, or during visits and according to NAGPRA implementation requirements.

· Coordinates with other Museum departments and representatives to facilitate consultation and physical transfer of collections under NAGPRA.

· Compiles and updates data on NAGPRA implementation, including documenting consultations and correspondence records and outcomes.

· Performs other duties as required.

School/Unit

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions

COVID Vaccine Policy: The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated (primary series) against COVID-, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Information. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/ .

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.