I have worked in commercial archaeology in Ireland since 2004, and in this time have garnered considerable experience in the identification, excavation and osteological analysis of human skeletal remains from a range of site types and periods. Working with IAC Archaeology through national economic peaks and troughs I learned to turn my hand to different tasks and thus develop a variety of skillsets, and as such I am also involved in the preparation of archaeological impact assessments to inform the planning process. In 2022 I became News Editor for Archaeology Ireland magazine.
Volunteering on the Board of Directors for the Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland (IAI) as their Membership Secretary has given me a greater appreciation of the value of wider collegial support and connection. At the start of 2023 I set several goals for myself, one of which was achieving CIfA’s Member grade. I found the application process challenging in a good way, encouraging a detailed personal review of my work and collation of reflective examples. The bonus product of this approach was highlighting where I need to focus my future attention for career development.
