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Natalie Smith

Madison,WI

Summary

Student seeking graduate program with emphasis in Biological Anthropology, Osteology, and Archeology. Research experience gained through primatology lab on campus, community study involving narrative collection, and field work completed in Bornholm, Denmark. Prepared to continue education and research projects in the area of skeletal analysis and conservation.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

Dr. Margaret Bryer
10.2024 - Current
  • Participating in weekly meetings with principal researcher to develop research proposal and discuss project development.
  • Conducting literature reviews to support hypothesis development and increase research knowledge.

Field Experience

Bornholms Museum
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • Participated in dig on religious site for Neolithic age farmers
  • Artifacts collected included decorated pottery, stone tools, lithics and bone.

Research Assistant

Dr. Caroline Gottschalk-Druschke
09.2022 - 12.2023
  • Interviewed community residents to gather oral narratives and document historical accounts and experiences with natural disasters.
  • Researched archival date to determine
  • Collaborated with principal researcher and team members.
  • Translated research findings into actionable recommendations, influencing policy and practice.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology

University of Wisconsin, Madison
Madison, WI
05-2025

Skills

  • Literature reviews
  • Research paper writing
  • Community outreach
  • Fieldwork experience
  • Creating presentations
  • Qualitative research

Affiliations

  • AAA American Anthropological Association

Timeline

Research Assistant

Dr. Margaret Bryer
10.2024 - Current

Field Experience

Bornholms Museum
06.2024 - 07.2024

Research Assistant

Dr. Caroline Gottschalk-Druschke
09.2022 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology

University of Wisconsin, Madison
Natalie Smith