I am a meticulous and competent academic researcher and assistant lecturer with a strong work ethic. I excel in team settings and have strong multitasking abilities, thriving under pressure. I am seeking to leverage my research background and solid academic record to pursue a Ph.D. in Archaeology.

Jamal Al-Ansari

I am a meticulous and competent academic researcher and assistant lecturer with a strong work ethic. I excel in team settings and have strong multitasking abilities, thriving under pressure. I am seeking to leverage my research background and solid academic record to pursue a Ph.D. in Archaeology.

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I am a meticulous and competent academic researcher and assistant lecturer with a strong work ethic. I excel in team settings and have strong multitasking abilities, thriving under pressure.

I am seeking to leverage my research background and solid academic record to pursue a Ph.D. in Archaeology.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Courtesy Clerk at Tuckers Upholstery
October 1, 2023 - Present
Screened and directed incoming calls, provided information, and routed messages as needed. Responded to customer inquiries via phone or email promptly, resolving issues or escalating when necessary. Maintained a clean, organized work area and supported vendor communications regarding order status and inquiries.
Helper at Barsallo Tile
July 1, 2016 - September 1, 2023
Maintained a clean and safe work environment by following safety regulations. Executed precise measurements with tape measures, levels, and squares to ensure accuracy. Monitored on-site material inventory to prevent delays, operated power tools safely, mixed mortar or grout per formulas, erected temporary safety barricades, and kept work areas free of debris.
Cashier at Perks
February 1, 2015 - October 1, 2016
Processed transactions accurately, maintained a balanced cash drawer, and delivered friendly customer service. Resolved inquiries, assisted in training new cashiers, managed high-volume checkout lanes, cleaned and organized the checkout area, and utilized POS to apply discounts and handle returns.
Laundry Manager at Hickory Hill Retirement Community
October 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Managed laundry operations, coordinated with housekeeping on linen needs, implemented quality control measures to minimize errors, maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards, and provided excellent customer service.
Housekeeping/Laundry/Front Desk at Weston's Hotel
February 1, 2009 - August 1, 2013
Stocked and replenished supplies, implemented efficient cleaning techniques, and responded promptly to guest requests. Trained new staff, managed inventory of cleaning supplies, and ensured a positive guest experience from check-in to check-out.
Night Auditor at Hampton Inn
April 1, 2008 - August 1, 2009
Managed front desk operations during overnight shifts, including guest check-ins and check-outs. Resolved customer complaints promptly and collaborated with housekeeping to coordinate room availability for incoming guests.
Search Evaluation Agent at Freelance
September 20, 2025 - Present
Execute high-volume data labeling by rating search engine results based on intent, relevance, and authority using the 'Needs Met' and 'Page Quality' rating scales. Analyze user search queries to determine underlying intent, including navigational, informational, and transactional nuances. Evaluate website trustworthiness and expertise (E-E-A-T) to ensure search results prioritize high-quality, reliable information. Identify and flag 'Fails to Meet' content, such as deceptive websites, dead links, or harmful material, to improve safety and efficiency of search algorithms. Synthesize complex project guidelines to maintain high accuracy and consistency in data annotation.
Linguistic Annotator at Freelance
August 20, 2025 - Present
Collect and record high-quality speech or text samples in specific languages or dialects. Annotate and label linguistic data to help train machine learning models. Evaluate search results for accuracy and cultural relevance. Transcribe audio files into written text while following strict phonetic or orthographic guidelines. Identify nuances such as intent, sentiment, and grammatical correctness in large data sets.
English Generalist at Freelance
October 20, 2025 - Present
Provide high-quality labeling and categorization of English text datasets to improve performance and natural language understanding of AI models. Localization & Cultural Nuance: reviewed and refined localized content to ensure linguistic naturalness, grammatical precision, and cultural appropriateness for English-speaking markets. Technical Troubleshooting: navigated specialized work portals (e.g., RWS Workzone, CrowdGen) and resolved system-specific configuration issues to maintain productive workflows. Policy Compliance: applied detailed project specifications and evolving guidelines to large-scale datasets, ensuring 100% alignment with client quality standards. Documentation: documented findings and provided concise justifications for data ratings, contributing to iterative improvement of machine learning algorithms.
Office Manager at Tucker's Upholstery
January 20, 2021 - December 20, 2025
Maintained organization of all client files.
Office Manager at Tuckers Upholstery
January 1, 2021 - November 1, 2025
Maintained organization of all client files.
Assistant Lecturer of Archaeology at University of Crimpenston
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Taught a lecture on Archaeology to undergraduate students; prepared a series of workshops focused on Prehistoric Archaeology
Field Researcher at Field Research Expedition – Mexico
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Participated in a field research expedition to Mexico focusing on Prehistoric Archaeology
Field Researcher at Field Research Expedition – Nevada
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Participated in a field research expedition in Nevada focusing on Prehistoric Archaeology

Education

Diploma at Manassas Park High School
September 1, 1996 - June 1, 2000
General Diploma at Manassas Park High School
September 1, 1996 - June 1, 2000
M.A. at University of Crimpenston
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
B.A. at University of Crimpenston
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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