AboutRalph Salier Expertise Archaeologist for the last 30 years. Norh American generalist and Hopwell culture/Red Ocher culture specifically. Lithics Expert and Ground Stone tools.
Experience
Past/Present clients Numerous museums in US and Canada. Several University Anthropology Departments.
Question Hi,
I am doing a project for my school, and we are supposed to obtain an interview from a professional in the field which we wish to pursue (in my case, archaeology). However, I live in a military base in Germany, making it rather hard to find a person to interview, so I was wondering if you could answer a few questions, if it isn't too much trouble.
-How many years of higher education did you need in order to become a professional?
-Would you say that you find your job fulfilling? (By that I mean, was it worth it?)
-What struggles do you come across in your daily work?
-Do you think that archaeology is a dying field, or will there still be jobs available for future generations?
-What do you enjoy the most about your field?
If you find the time, I would greatly appreciate it!
Answer 4 years for a BA and then 2 to 5 years more for a Masters and perhaps a PhD.
Yes, I have found it well worth the time and effort.
The complexity of the site, the people on occasion, the compliance to all required federal and local laws...
No, I believe that there will be a need for many years to come
