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Tameka Jones

New Orleans,LA

Summary

Self-motivated Forensic Scientist accomplished at working in challenging situations and coordinating with various teams. Thorough knowledge of regulations governing forensic testing, safety measurements and different chemicals. Excellent observational skills to safely use forensic testing equipment.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Forensic scientist

Abbott
02.2023 - Current
  • Carried out tests using scientific techniques and processes.
  • Followed strict laboratory safety procedures to ensure safety of personnel and evidence.
  • Maintained neat, tidy work environment in Toxicology facility.
  • Fixed identified issues to increase productivity and boost workflows.
  • Set up and calibrated laboratory instruments and equipment to prepare for testing purposes.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
  • Analyzed results using analytical software.

Crime Scene Investigator

NOPD
05.2022 - 02.2023
  • Identified and collected latent fingerprints, tire impressions, tool marks and other biological and physical evidence for investigation.
  • Prevented evidence contamination by maintaining proper chain of custody and utilizing proper packaging techniques.
  • Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
  • Performed Gun-shot residue kits on perpetrators and victims
  • Forensic Photography of scenes, victims, and perpetrators
  • Recreated crime scenes to establish relationships between pieces of evidence.
  • Sifted and sorted through evidence and recorded findings.
  • Attended and examined scenes of crimes.
  • Took pictures of crime scenes and specific evidence located at scenes.
  • Extracted DNA, latent fingerprints and other biological evidence from crime scenes.
  • Facilitated seamless transfer of evidence from crime scenes to Central Evidence and Property.

Volunteer

New Orleans East Hospital
06.2021 - 07.2021


  • Answer main phone at front desk (lobby)
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing patients with assistance.
  • Greet visitors
  • Answer patient phone
  • Assist caregivers

Intern

City Of New Orleans
10.2020 - 12.2020
  • Real time crime center
  • Learned evidence.com
  • Learned how to upload evidence
  • Learned cad system interface
  • Reviewed daily logs
  • Monitored traffic cameras
  • Inspected traffic control devices to verify functionality, placement and safety compliance.

Social Media Manager Intern

Southern University Of New Orleans
10.2019 - 04.2020
  • Increased student engagement through social media.
  • Monitored online presence of Trio Program's brand to engage with students and strengthen relationships.
  • Developed marketing content such as blogs, promotional materials, and advertisements for social media.

English Tutor

Southern University Of New Orleans
10.2019 - 04.2020
  • Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Signposted online tools and resources for additional instruction and practice.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Improved students' written and verbal English skills through personalized learning programs.
  • Mentored students in proper punctuation, spelling and sentence structure use.
  • Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
  • Evaluated student performance, identified improvement areas and set tasks to aid goal achievement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science

Southern University
New Orleans, LA
05.2022

High School Diploma -

Sophie B. Wright School of Excellence
05.2018

Skills

  • Document Crime Scenes
  • Active Listening
  • Creative Solutions
  • Crime Scene Preservation
  • Collect Fingerprints
  • Laboratory Equipment Maintenance
  • Workflow Documentation
  • Quality Assurance and Control
  • Gas Chromatography Knowledge
  • Forensic Science
  • Data Analysis
  • Mass Spectroscopy

Certification

  • DNA Training for Officers and Detectives, New Orleans Police Department - August 5, 2021
  • Crime Scene Investigation Academy, New Orleans Police Department - July 11, 2022-July 29, 2022

Work Availability

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Timeline

Forensic scientist

Abbott
02.2023 - Current

Crime Scene Investigator

NOPD
05.2022 - 02.2023

Volunteer

New Orleans East Hospital
06.2021 - 07.2021

Intern

City Of New Orleans
10.2020 - 12.2020

Social Media Manager Intern

Southern University Of New Orleans
10.2019 - 04.2020

English Tutor

Southern University Of New Orleans
10.2019 - 04.2020

Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science

Southern University

High School Diploma -

Sophie B. Wright School of Excellence

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