Brendan Murphy
Anthropologist/Archaeologist
Yorktown Heights,NY
Summary
Capable Archaeologist and Anthropologist delivering a dynamic set of skills and experience including a previous degree in game design. Valued professional with more than six years of experience with anthropology and four years of archaeological, and historical research experience. Looking to join organization promoting importance of cultural understanding, education, and research through history and archaeology.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
American University
09.2023 - Current
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Worked with professors to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
Archaeological Crew Chief
TRC Companies
10.2022 - Current
- Organized and led archaeological surveys in NY.
- Developed work plans to complete projects efficiently utilizing GPS and satelite maps.
- Detailed daily excavation findings and discoveries in thorough research reports.
- Led field technician crews to complete over 150 shovel tests per day.
Archaeological Field Technician
TRC Companies Inc.
11.2020 - 10.2022
- Conducted Phase I, and II archaeological surveys and excavations in NY, and PA.
- Detailed daily excavation findings and discoveries in thorough research reports.
- Collected recovered artifacts and recorded contexts and provenience
Archaeological Field Technician
Richard Grubb & Associates
11.2019 - 12.2022
- Conducted Phase I, II, and III archaeological surveys and excavations in NY, NJ, PA, MD, and WV.
- Detailed daily excavation findings and discoveries in thorough research reports.
- Collected recovered artifacts and recorded contexts and provenience.
Staff Archaeologist
The Dewberry Companies Inc.
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Conducted Phase I archaeological survey in compliance with Virginia DHR regulations.
- Gathered and organized data to help understand and evaluate cultural landscapes and notable patterns.
- Recovered artifacts and recorded contexts for use in official reports.
Town Appointed Member
Landmarks Preservation Commission
11.2019 - 02.2022
- Performed research into historical locations and history of town to increase knowledge and develop heritage tourism resources.
- Wrote research papers, reports, proposals and summaries regarding landmarks, heritage tourism, and historical resources.
- Collaborated with commission members to identify relevant questions and develop plans and proposals to answer those questions and present to town governmental leaders.
- Completed GIS mapping project involving historical resources, local landmarks and potential areas of future study.
Project Manager
Westchester County Historical Society
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Oversaw research projects focused on landmark, monument, and historical locations in Westchester County, NY for implementation in research/tourism application Clio.
- Collected data and followed research protocols to develop accurately sourced historical reports.
- Managed 1- 5 student interns per semester and collaborated with external organizations to consolidate historical research for publication.
Archaeological Field Technician
Cultural Resource Analysts Inc.
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Conducted Phase I, II, and III archaeological surveys by digging shovel test pits and excavation units, screening soil for artifact recovery and monitoring trench excavation.
- Detailed daily excavation findings and discoveries in thorough research reports utilizing accurate measurements and Munsell Color Charts
- Collected recovered artifacts and recorded contexts and provenience
Archaeological Field Technician
ACME Heritage Consultants
08.2020 - 08.2020
- Conducted Phase I excavation in New York, taking detailed reports for further review on historical importance of location prior to land development.
- Detailed daily excavation findings and discoveries in thorough excavation reports.
Student/Archaeological Field Technician
University Of Massachusetts Boston
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Reported to principle investigator and teaching assistant to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities
- Conducted archaeological excavation in Connecticut in collaboration with descendant indigenous community
- Presented relevant and interesting details regarding recovered artifacts at tribal powwow to promote research and garner trust and understanding with tribal members
- Detailed daily excavation findings in thorough research reports and diagrams using Munsell Color Charts, laser levels, total station, and metal detection equipment
Student/Archaeological Field Technician
University Of Massachusetts Boston
07.2018 - 08.2018
- Followed procedures, documentation, instructions and research guidelines from principle investigators.
- Conducted archaeological excavations in Massachusetts and New York, taking care to document and preserve recovered artifacts for further review.
- Detailed daily excavation findings in thorough research reports and diagrams using Munsell Color Charts and metric measuring implements.
- Prepared recovered artifacts for further research through cleaning, labeling, and recording.
Education
Master of Arts - Public Anthropology
American University
Washington, DC 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
University of Massachusetts - Boston
Boston, MA 09.2017 - 2019.05
Bachelor of Science - Game Design
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL 01.2011 - 2013.12
Skills
Classroom support
Computer skills
Student tutoring
Effective communication
Discussion facilitation
Powerpoint presentations
Classroom management
Student engagement
Classroom technology
Supervising student activities
Lesson planning
Subject matter expertise
Software
Microsoft Office Suite
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Acrobat
ArchGIS
Canvas/Blackboard
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
American University
09.2023 - Current
Archaeological Crew Chief
TRC Companies
10.2022 - Current
Staff Archaeologist
The Dewberry Companies Inc.
03.2022 - 04.2022
Archaeological Field Technician
TRC Companies Inc.
11.2020 - 10.2022
Archaeological Field Technician
ACME Heritage Consultants
08.2020 - 08.2020
Project Manager
Westchester County Historical Society
06.2020 - 10.2021
Archaeological Field Technician
Cultural Resource Analysts Inc.
01.2020 - 09.2020
Archaeological Field Technician
Richard Grubb & Associates
11.2019 - 12.2022
Town Appointed Member
Landmarks Preservation Commission
11.2019 - 02.2022
Student/Archaeological Field Technician
University Of Massachusetts Boston
06.2019 - 07.2019
Student/Archaeological Field Technician
University Of Massachusetts Boston
07.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
University of Massachusetts - Boston
09.2017 - 2019.05
Bachelor of Science - Game Design
Full Sail University
01.2011 - 2013.12
Master of Arts - Public Anthropology
American University
05.2001 -
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