Laura Hash, Ph.D.
Cayce,SC
Summary
Analyze forensic casework samples for the presence and identification of body fluids, perform DNA analysis on evidence samples, testify in court as an expert witness, review case files
Manage all aspects of the DNA Casework Department
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Lieutenant DNA Casework Department
South Carolina Law Enforcement Division
Columbia, SC
09.2004 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Managed a team of 22 individuals
- Managed federal grants for the department and provided
Post Doctoral Researcher
University Of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
08.2003 - 09.2004
- Enhanced research outcomes by designing and implementing innovative experiments in the lab.
- Leveraged interpersonal and communication skills to mentor PhD, graduate and undergraduate students.
- Maintained accurate records of research findings and provided statistical analysis of data results.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to accomplish departmental goals.
- Drafted manuscripts and presented findings at major conferences.
Education
Ph.D. - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SCBachelor of Science - Chemistry
Clemson University
Clemson, SC12.1997
Skills
- Data Entry
- Customer Relations
- Attention to Detail
- Project Planning
- Organization
- Decision-Making
- Microsoft Word
- Written Communication
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Lieutenant DNA Casework Department
South Carolina Law Enforcement Division
09.2004 - Current
Post Doctoral Researcher
University Of South Carolina
08.2003 - 09.2004
Ph.D. - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Clemson University