Jane Wiegand
Anchorage
Summary
Intermediate Archaeologist with experience at Jacobs Engineering. Proven ability in qualitative and quantitative research, ready to transition into Data Analyst or GIS Analyst roles. Committed to leveraging analytical skills to contribute to team success and drive data-driven decision-making.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intermediate Archaeologist
Jacobs Engineering
Bellevue
09.2015 - Current
- Conducted archaeological field surveys using cartographic knowledge and geospatial tools.
- Collaborated with professionals in geology, biology, planning, and engineering to improve project outcomes.
- Leveraged research knowledge to explain human development across physical, social, and cultural dimensions.
- Assisted in developing comprehensive research designs for diverse archaeological projects.
- Completed daily reports to inform the team and clients on project progress.
- Compiled and analyzed data to identify patterns and processes within historical contexts.
- Outlined strategic priorities, assigned tasks, and facilitated optimal methods for performance improvement.
- Prepared training materials for presentations on GIS for users of various skill levels.
- Monitored quality control procedures for incoming GIS datasets from external sources.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring deadlines are met.
- Conferred with clients to discuss technical specifications, customized solutions or operational problems.
Forensic Anthropology Intern
Joint Pacific Accounting Command Central Identific
Honolulu
01.2011 - 05.2013
- Follow best practices to adhere to high lab standards.
- Work with staff to conduct scientific research to better improve methodologies for identifying human remains.
- Study and practice with different research methodologies, including neural networks, geospatial analysis, literary research, statistical analysis and participating in blind studies.
- Assist with completing the biological profiles of the remains present.
- Assist with exhuming remains and cleaning them for analysis on the lab floor.
- Complete scientific research for my honors project, working with lead staff to explore other avenues of gaining more information from skeletal remains that may help to identify individuals.
Education
Certificate - Foundation of Data Analysis
University of Washington
Seattle, WA03-2022
Master of Arts - Human Osteoarchaeology
University of College Cork
Cork Ireland09-2014
Higher Diploma - Geographic Information Systems
University of College Cork
Cork Ireland09-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Anthropology
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI05-2013
Certificate - Applied Forensic Anthropology
University of Hawaii West Oahu
Kapolei, HI05-2013
Skills
- Data analysis
- Geospatial analysis
- Research design
- Quality control
- Technical report writing
- Scientific research
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
- Quantitative analysis
- Analytical skills
- Fieldwork planning
- Osteoarchaeology
Accomplishments
- Promoted from Junior Archaeologist to Intermediate Archaeologist for exceeding responsibilities
- Graduated with First Class Honors from the University College Cork, Ireland
- Graduate with Honors, University of Hawaii at Manoa
Certification
- HAZWOPER 40 hour, refresher completed in March 2025
Affiliations
- Machine Learning
- Python and SQL
- AI applications
- House plants
- Cooking
- Hunting and Fishing
Timeline
Intermediate Archaeologist
Jacobs Engineering
09.2015 - Current
Forensic Anthropology Intern
Joint Pacific Accounting Command Central Identific
01.2011 - 05.2013
Certificate - Foundation of Data Analysis
University of Washington
Master of Arts - Human Osteoarchaeology
University of College Cork
Higher Diploma - Geographic Information Systems
University of College Cork
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Anthropology
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Certificate - Applied Forensic Anthropology
University of Hawaii West Oahu
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