About
Dr. Alexandra Dolea, BA, MA
As a freelance archaeologist and researcher, I bring over 15 years of academic expertise to my work. My services include diverse offerings, including collaborating on research projects, providing academic mentorship, and fostering a broader understanding of archaeology, history, and art through engaging courses tailored for all age groups.
Education
2010-2017
Doctor of Philosophy
Faculty of History
University of Bucharest
Thesis title: "Public and Private Functionalities in the Urban Spaces of the Scythia Minor Province"
2008-2010
Master of Arts
Faculty of History
University of Bucharest
MA program: "Cultural Interfaces in Prehistory and Antiquity"
MA thesis: "The Christian Transformation of the Pagan Cities in the Scythia Minor Province"
2005-2008
Bachelor of Arts
Faculty of History
University of Bucharest
BA thesis: "The Evolution of the Urban Planning in Late Antiquity and its Social Implications"
Experience (selection)
I have had the privilege of working in a variety of fields including research, teaching, funding, team and project management, event organization, academic writing, editing, and review. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to collaborate in numerous international research projects and with institutions.
Limyra Excavation Site
Field Director
Organized large-scale excavation and research projects with 50+ participants.
Implemented and taught documentation protocols in English, German, and Turkish.
Managed administrative tasks and achieved excellence in project organization and coordination.
Late Antique Archaeology Series
Managing Editor
Managed communication with 50+ authors, editors, and reviewers.
Ensured completeness of submitted manuscripts and provided technical support.
Proficient in proofreading and language editing of academic manuscripts.
Organised and coordinated editing work.
Ephesos Excavation Site
Archaeologist
Archaeological fieldwork, including excavation, field drawing, documentation, photography, data processing (AutoCAD, TachyCAD, Harris Matrix, Microsoft Office), interpretation, and report generation.
Austrian Academy of Sciences
Research Associate
Managed a team of 10 researchers in processing and cross-referencing research data.
Prepared scientific results for publication and developed research projects.
Successfully organized and coordinated international workshops and events.
University of Bucharest
Guest Lecturer
Delivered engaging online lectures to 80-100 students.
Shared valuable insights and expertise in archaeology, with a focus on integrating early career professionals.
Improved educational accessibility and flexibility through remote participation in online lectures.
National Museum of Romanian History
Archaeologist
Comprehensive archaeological fieldwork encompassing excavation, field and pottery drawings, digital rendering, excavation documentation, and data processing (interpretation, reporting, and publication of excavated finds).
Volunteering
Academic Mentor
Mentoring early career archaeologists within the ECA mentoring program.
Mentor
Professional Women Network Global
Mentoring members of the PWN Global within the 2024 International Mentoring Program.
Team Leader
Part of the Team Leadership of the WoV group, in charge of administration, management, decision-making, planning, and recruiting new volunteers.
Event Organiser
Planning and organising cultural events for the Women of Vienna main group (25k members), Culture (2.5k members) and Fitness (3.4k members) subgroups.
Online Content Administrator and Moderator
Administrator and moderator of the Women of Vienna main group (25k members). Administrator of the WoV Culture (2.5k members) and Fitness (3.4k members) subgroups. Moderator of the WoV LGBTQ+ subgroup (500 members).