Forensic Anthropologist - DPAA Labs

• Demonstrate experience in osteological analysis and a thorough grasp of the methods used to create a biological profile.
• Demonstrate work history supporting anthropological analysis to assist the DPAA in the identification of human remains, including those from large commingled assemblages, of U.S. service members lost during past conflicts.
• Correlate investigative evidence with Laboratory findings to achieve identification of casualties.

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking an Forensic Anthropologist to provide professional and scientific assistance pertaining to the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency's (DPAA) partner-related activities. This position regularly interfaces with employees, consultants, partners, and contractors, and communicates through briefings and written products with Agency leadership, U.S. Government employees, family members, foreign officials, and partners as well as potential partners.

This is the first of a three level Archaeology series. It is distinguished by working within small to mid-scale archaeological projects. This position works autonomously with support from Sr. and Lead Archaeologist.

This position will be in support of the DPAA. The DPAA is the US Department of Defense Agency responsible for the recovery and identification of fallen US service members from WWII to the gulf war. Its mission is to provide the fullest possible accounting of missing personnel to their families and the nation. To accomplish this, the DPAA sends out organic and partner investigation and recovery missions worldwide, and recovered material is analyzed in the state-of-the-art DPAA laboratory. DPAA expands its recovery and identification capacity and capabilities through various innovation initiatives, and partners with research and academic institutes to address research requirements.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.