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Solange Silva

@solangesilva

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Archaeologist and paleontology specialist with strong field, lab, and faunal analysis expertise.

Portugal

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking professional archaeology roles where I can apply field leadership, faunal analysis, CAD/GIS skills, and reporting experience to contribute to heritage management and research.

I am a diligent archaeologist and master's graduate in paleontology with expertise in faunistic studies and both field and laboratory practice. I have directed archaeological field teams, coordinated on-site logistics, and produced monitoring and excavation reports for regulatory authorities.

My background includes underwater archaeology, preventive archaeology, and palaeontological excavations, with hands-on experience in excavation, conservation, artifact analysis, CAD, and GIS recording. I have authored and co-authored publications on Pleistocene birds and zooarchaeological malacofauna and have presented research at national conferences.

I am currently taking a break from academic studies to gain professional experience in archaeology, seeking roles where I can apply field leadership, research, and reporting skills to contribute to heritage management and scientific understanding.

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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Archaeology Field Director

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Ana Resende & Luís Resende

Feb 2022 - Present (3 years 8 months)

Direct and oversee multiple archaeological field crews, producing monthly monitoring reports and DGPC-required documentation while coordinating logistics to ensure timely, safe completion of survey and excavation projects.

Report Writing GIS CAD Project Coordination Artifact Documentation Cultural Heritage Compliance

Underwater Archaeologist

Tiago Miguel Fraga, Unipessoal Lda.

Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 (1 year)

Performed underwater archaeological monitoring and laboratory analysis, prepared technical reports and public-facing materials, and conserved and documented waterlogged remains for management and research purposes.

Underwater Archaeology Conservation Monitoring Report Writing Regulatory Compliance

Archaeologist

Fronteira das Palavras Unipessoal Lda.

Jul 2019 - Jul 2019 (0 months)

Conducted preventive archaeology excavations, documented and preserved artifacts, and used GIS/CAD to record sites while producing written, photographic, and database records to support analysis and interpretation.

Preventive Archaeology GIS CAD Artifact Conservation Documentation Data Analysis