Digital Archaeologist

Digital Archaeologist

Salary (Grade 5) - £ 29,933 - £ 37,070 per annum (dependent upon experience)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week - permanent

Location: Work across the National Museum of the Royal Navy based in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard with occasional travel to Gosport, Hartlepool and Belfast

Our epic story is of the Royal Navy, and its impact on Britain and the world. Here you can come aboard the most famous ships, planes, and submarines of the Royal Navy and experience them through those who served on them. Aswell as being truly captivated by the thousands of unique, emotional, and sometimes quirky stories that have shaped the Royal Navy into what it proudly stands for today.

Our vision is to be the world’s most inspiring Naval Museum, linking Navy to Nation. You are pivotal in us achieving our vision, and to support this we embrace diversity and want everyone to feel valued and have a sense of belonging.

This is a great opportunity to join the team

We are looking for a Digital Archaeologist to join our friendly, diverse and passionate team of professionals to lead the digital recording of HMS Victory: The Big Repair project. Our Digital Archaeologist will lead on the continuous development, population and maintenance of the Victory Information Model (VIM). They will design, plan and execute surveys of the ship, GIS outputs, 3D modelling, and they will be conducting photogrammetry and laser scanning of relevant areas of the ship’s fabric.

Our Digital Archaeologist will also be responsible for the addition of the archaeological and historical evidence - revealed from past inherited information systems including original documents, previous restoration projects and specialist surveys - to the project database (VID). Public speaking and participation in events with specialists and the general public are also part of the role.

What you can bring:

BA in Archaeology or other relevant equivalent experience or training.
High degree of specialist understanding of the principles of digital documentation in archaeology.
Proficiency with database software, Survey, GIS and 3D modelling software.
Experience in use of digital asset management systems.
Familiarity and compliance with Historic England and CIFA standards in archaeological recording of historic buildings.
Experience of use and development of archaeological archives
Interest or experience in historic ships or buildings.
What we offer:

The opportunity to be part of a friendly and diverse workplace within a unique heritage environment.
Group pension plan with Royal London (6% employer contributions, 2% employee contributions and death in service benefit).
Free onsite parking - (dependent on site- not necessarily Portsmouth as need a base pass)
25 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays) pro rata for part time employees, increasing to 30 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays) after 5 years’ service, pro rata for part time employees, with the option to purchase additional annual leave.
Enhanced maternity/adoption and paternity pay.
Flexible working.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Free admission to other national museums and attractions within the reciprocal agreement.
Discounts at our shops and cafes.
Free and discounted tickets for family and friends.
A range of other benefits including cycle to work
Paid reservist leave.
Professional Membership
We want you to succeed and showcase your skills and experiences, so if you are invited to interview, we will share our interview questions with you ahead of time. If you would like to have an informal discussion regarding the role, or ask any questions, please contact Rosey Thornber, Principal Heritage Advisor, on email [email protected].

All applicants are asked to apply via https://jobs.nmrn.org.uk/ by midnight on Tuesday 17th June 2025. The selection processes will be held on site in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard in June.

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to the application process because of a disability, please contact the People team on [email protected] for support.

This post requires a DBS check as a requirement of working on the naval base, as well as the right to work in the UK. Please note we cannot currently sponsor work visas.

Museum Website: https://jobs.nmrn.org.uk/job-advert/?Category=Conservation&Advert=5KLFs7wKu81kCHT5pw2Yog%3D%3D&Region=NationalMuseumoftheRoyalNavyPortsmouth