Savannah Koontz
Richmond
Summary
I am a current graduate student seeking work and experience after completing my degree. I have excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to task completion. I have a passion for forensics and hope to apply it to problem-solving in my career. I look forward to being an asset to your team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Virginia Commonwealth University, VCU
Richmond
08.2025 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, class participation, and grades in accordance with university policies.
- Graded assignments and provided constructive feedback to students.
- Facilitated discussion sessions to enhance student understanding of course concepts.
- Conducted weekly office hours to provide academic guidance to students.
- Displayed strong work ethic and promoted respect and humility among individuals.
Student Research Assistant - Unpaid
Northern Michigan University
Marquette
10.2021 - 05.2024
- Collected soil and skin swab samples for ongoing NIJ project.
- Conducted Total Body Score data collection and photography for various research studies.
- Adhered to Megyesi et al. 2005 procedures for Total Body Score collection.
- Performed metric and morphological analysis of human bone samples.
- Maintained documentation and chain of custody for all samples.
- Ensured sterile environments throughout research processes.
Education
Master of Science - Forensic Science With A Concentration in Biology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia, VA05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology & Biology
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI05-2024
Skills
- DNA extraction and quantification
- PCR and qPCR amplification
- STR and Y-STR analysis
- Serological testing techniques
- Microscopy methods
- Chain-of-custody documentation
- Evidence collection and preservation
- Capillary electrophoresis techniques
- Automated extraction platforms
- Gel electrophoresis interpretation
- Statistical analysis in genetics
- Case file documentation and reporting
- Electropherogram review
- GeneMapper and STRmix proficiency
- Attention to detail in record-keeping
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Clear written and verbal communication
- Scientific writing and literature review
- Time management in high-pressure environments
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Virginia Commonwealth University, VCU
08.2025 - Current
Student Research Assistant - Unpaid
Northern Michigan University
10.2021 - 05.2024
Master of Science - Forensic Science With A Concentration in Biology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology & Biology
Northern Michigan University