April Sims
Gulfport,Mississippi
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Anthropology Professor
Harvard University, Graduate School of Education
Cambridge, MA
07.2023 - Current
- Mentored undergraduate students interested in pursuing further studies in the field of anthropology.
- Supervised teaching assistants assigned to assist with lectures or laboratory sessions.
- Participated in professional development activities such as attending conferences or publishing articles in peer-reviewed journals.
- Evaluated student work submitted for course credit including exams, essays, presentations.
- Attended events held by local organizations related to areas of expertise within the discipline of anthropology.
- Conducted research related to the field of study.
Forensic Anthropologist
Point Blue Conservation Science
Pearblossom, CA
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Prepared presentations explaining complex technical concepts related to computer forensics in layman's terms.
- Created detailed reports outlining the findings of forensic analysis, including chain-of-custody information.
- Utilized specialized tools such as EnCase Forensic software to analyze large volumes of data quickly.
- Researched emerging trends in digital forensics technologies and techniques.
- Documented all investigative processes used during a case and ensured accuracy of results obtained through analysis.
Cultural Resources Archeologist
ERM Group of Companies
Tacoma, WA
06.2020 - 10.2022
- Developed and implemented cultural initiatives to promote diversity in the workplace.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Human Resources Manager
Shular Companies
New York, NY
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Maintained employee records in accordance with company policy and applicable legal requirements.
- Handled sensitive employee and company information with highest level of confidentiality and discretion.
- Resolved conflicts between different departments or personnel using sound judgment to maintain a harmonious work environment.
- Investigated workplace issues with professionalism and sensitivity and detailed incidents in reports to senior executives.
- Worked with management to create performance measurement, employee development and employee compensation strategies.
Education
Associate of Arts - Anthropology
Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MS05-2025
Ph.D. - Cultural Anthropology
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA05-2018
Skills
- Academic Counseling
- Learning Outcome Alignment
- Attention to Detail
- Written Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Computer Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Organization and Time Management
- Data Entry
- Cultural Awareness
- Planning
- Supervision and Leadership
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
German
Full Professional
French
Full Professional
Affiliations
- American Anthropological Association
- Society for Applied Anthropology
- American Academy of Forensic Sciences
Timeline
Anthropology Professor
Harvard University, Graduate School of Education
07.2023 - Current
Forensic Anthropologist
Point Blue Conservation Science
11.2022 - 06.2023
Cultural Resources Archeologist
ERM Group of Companies
06.2020 - 10.2022
Human Resources Manager
Shular Companies
01.2019 - 05.2020
Associate of Arts - Anthropology
Jones County Junior College
Ph.D. - Cultural Anthropology
Harvard University
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