Maddisen Neuman
Education
MA, Louisiana State University
May 12, 2017
Master of Arts in Anthropology with a focus on the physical and forensic subfields. Two years of experience working at the FACES Lab assisting with forensic cases and special projects such as bioarchaeology and cemetery recovery.
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Thesis: A comparative study of the effects of river flow rates on decomposition
Advisor: Dr. Juliet Brophy
Committee: Drs. Ginesse Listi, Kory Konsoer, and Rebecca Saunders
BS, Oregon State University
June 14, 2014
Bachelor of Science in Anthropology with a biocultural focus. Four years of experience curating the Umm el-Jimal Osteological Research Collection from Jordan. Experience as a Cultural Ambassador for non-English speaking international students and member of International Lunch Club, founded by Ming Ta (Daniel) Chuang with the intention of bringing international and domestic students together over a shared meal time.
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Graduated with Cum Laude honors
Professional History
My Roles & Responsibilities
Houston Forensic Science Center
November 2018 - Present
As a Quality/Research Associate, establish and maintain quality systems in the lab, including assisting with the administration of proficiency testing and the maintenance of electronic records. Implement large-scale blind proficiency testing and electronic records collection in disciplines at HFSC in order to produce published research that examines issues regarding error rates, impact of use of quality metrics on casework, and the effects of process changes and improvements on accuracy and reliability of crime lab processes.
Sales Associate, Cost Plus World Market
November 2017 - May 2018
Provided excellent customer service to Cost Plus World Market shoppers by greeting them as they entered the store, explaining merchandise features and benefits, thanking them for shopping and inviting them to visit our store again soon! Acted as the Beverage Department Assistant, receiving and stocking orders when the Beverage Department Head was unavailable.
Graduate Assistant, FACES Laboratory, Baton Rouge
January 2017-May 2017
Assist with forensic cases, donations, special projects (bioarchaeology, cemetery recovery) and subsequent analysis as well as maintain vehicle, laboratory, and equipment cleanliness. Additionally, supervise student workers and volunteers and perform necessary clerical duties (scanning, copying, filing).
Graduate Teaching Assistant, ANTH 1001, Louisiana State University
August 2016 - December 2016
Introduction to Physical Anthropology and Prehistory
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Graded assignments and exams, input grades, held office hours and study sessions for student learning, and conducted class or lectured when needed.
Graduate Teaching Assistant, GEOG 1003, Louisiana State University
January 2016 - May 2016
Human Geography: Africa and Asia
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Graded assignments and exams, input grades, held office hours for student learning.
Intern, Umm el-Jimal Osteological Research Collection, Oregon State University
September 2011 - June 2015
Cleaned and curated human remains and created an inventory of the type and quality of bone; labeled and stored bones as appropriate. Instructed incoming interns in proper lab procedures and techniques. Kept lab clean and organized.
Awards
Robert C. West Award
Awarded in April 2016 by the Department of Geography and Anthropology at Louisiana State University to defray the cost of thesis research.
Research Materials Award
Awarded in April 2016 by the Department of Geography and Anthropology at Louisiana State University to support non-travel expenses for thesis research.
Provost Scholarship
Awarded from September 2010 to June 2014 by Oregon State University for academic excellence.
Skills
I am proud of the skills I’ve gained through my education and experiences.