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Ethnographer (temporary) / July, 2021 — Present

• Collect, review, and analyze written data to characterize cultural landscapes, tribal resources of concern, treaty rights, etc. • Collaborates with other Argonne staff, Air Force installation personnel, and federally recognized American Indian Tribes both in-person and virtually. • Develops a research design in close consultation with Air Force personnel, Argonne, and Tribal Representatives from each tribe, that includes a proposed ethnographic methodology for identifying and researching TCPs (Traditional Cultural Property Sites) and/or sacred sites, consultation methodology, interview protocols, a list of topics for discussion, and a proposed schedule of activities. • Conducts a thorough literature review and background research, including existing ethnographic studies; history/ethnohistory; tribal sources (written or oral); treaties; records available through the National Register, and related cultural files from state and local repositories.

Independent Contractor: Researcher & Writer / September, 2022 — December, 2022

• Conducted program data analysis and identified program accomplishments, successes, barriers, challenges, needs, and best practices. • Wrote reports, program summaries, and other materials. • Ensured proofing and quality control on all activities and deliverables.

Graduate Research Assistantship / August, 2019 — May, 2023

• Co-wrote and edited federal grants. • Implemented multiple participatory action research projects with the tribe. • Conducted historical research projects on their tribal ancestors. • Conducted oral histories with tribal members. • Digitally documents and transcribes oral histories.

Administrative Assistant III / February, 2016 — August, 2019

• Conducted qualitative and quantitative survey data collection and analysis based on Likert scale surveys. • Edited Technical Assistance Reports and Annual Performance Reports for a federal grant. • Created and edited reports for multiple departments. • First contact and liaison for all technical assistance, support, and training requests. • Onboarded and trained new employees on software, policies, and procedures. • Effectively mentored peers. • Conducted extensive detailed research for multiple departments. • Managed multiple projects for several departments including conferences and trainings. • Contact liaison for requests for technical assistance support and training.

Assistant Professor / July, 2011 — May, 2020

Department of Gender and Women's Studies

Associate Professor and Director / August, 2020 — Present

Department of American Studies, Women's Gender and Sexuality Studies Program

Director / January, 2021 — Present

Director, Feminist Research Institute