Tatiana Lekka

Just earned my MSc in Forensic Anthropology at the University of Dundee, where I focused on the taphonomic study of bog bodies. My academic background includes a BSc in Forensic and Analytical Science from Robert Gordon University, which equipped me with a strong foundation in crime scene examination, forensic analyses and analytical chemistry. Currently looking for work.

Professional Experience 

Human Osteoarchaeological Laboratory Technician

Human Osteoarchaeology Laboratory - University of Aberdeen Marischal College — Aberdeen
5/2023 – 6/2023

• sorted human bones from a particular skeletal assemblage 
• cleaned and dried them
• identified any pathologies and trauma 
• identified associated artifacts such as a belt buckle clinging to a lumbar vertebra

President of LGBTQIA+ Network 

The Robert Gordon University – 9/2021 – 5/2024

• orchestrate and conduct events of small and large scales (up to 150 participants)
• create and curate graphics and media content of various types
• liaise with university and student union to solve issues and assist students 
• provide support, information and resources to ensure students’ mental and physical wellbeing
• collaborate with other organisations in the city of Aberdeen
• promote LGBTQIA+ rights within the university and in the general city of Aberdeen

Teaching Assistant at Aberdeen’s Greek School – Aberdeen

9/2023 – 6/2024

• Helped administer classes for children aged 2-5; craft activities
• Taught children the Greek language 
• Helped organize events 

Volunteer at the Alzheimer’s Organization – Heraklion, Crete, Greece

6/2018-8/2018

• aided in cognitive strengthening activities of patients 
• helped facilitate support groups for carers 
• helped organize events for patients and carers 

Forensic Science Student

BSc with Hons. In Forensic and Analytical Science 
Robert Gordon University — Aberdeen
9/2020 – 5/2024

• Conduct detailed analysis of physical evidence including biological samples, chemical substances, physical productions and digital data.
• Utilize advanced laboratory equipment for forensic testing. Competence in both analytical chemical techniques (GCMS, HPLC etc.) and biological analyses (ex. PCR, electrophoresis)
• Learned extensively about collaborating with law enforcement to collect and preserve evidence from crime scenes ensuring strict chain of custody and quality control.
• Prepare detailed forensic reports and present expert testimony in court proceedings (examined twice on the topic in consecutive years). Proficient in Scots Criminal Law as it pertains to forensic procedures.

Forensic Anthropology Master’s Student

MSc. Forensic Anthropology

Centre for Anatomy and Human Identification – University of Dundee — Dundee
9/2024 – 9/2025

• Anthropological analyses including estimating a biological profile (age, sex, population affinity, stature).
• Analysing trauma and damage to the skeleton.
• Understanding taphonomic processes of decomposition and diagenesis.
• Evaluating skeletal pathologies.
• Differentiating between human and animal bones.
• Authoring a forensic court report at master's level standard and presenting it as expert testimony in a moot court of law.