Marcos Octavio Labrada Ochoa

PhD Student & Interdisciplinary Archaeologist
Cordoba, ES.

About

Highly accomplished PhD student and interdisciplinary archaeologist with extensive international experience in cultural heritage, socio-ecology, and urban archaeology. Leverages a unique blend of sociological and archaeological expertise to drive impactful research and heritage management projects across diverse global contexts. Proven ability to lead complex collaborations and contribute to significant scientific and cultural initiatives.

Work

University of Alcalá
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Archaeologist

Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain

Summary

Contributed specialized archaeological expertise to research initiatives at the University of Alcalá, focusing on advanced methodologies and field applications.

Highlights

Applied advanced archaeological methodologies in ongoing research projects, enhancing data collection and analytical precision for specific historical periods.

Collaborated with interdisciplinary academic teams to integrate archaeological findings into broader historical and cultural studies.

Contributed to the development of research proposals and scholarly outputs, aligning with the university's academic and scientific objectives.

Division of Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea (UN)
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Expert in Anthropology, Socio-ecology, Sociology and Coastal Communities

New York, New York, US

Summary

Provided expert consultation on anthropological, socio-ecological, and sociological aspects of coastal communities for the United Nations, informing policy and research.

Highlights

Advised on the socio-cultural dynamics of coastal communities, integrating anthropological and socio-ecological perspectives into UN initiatives.

Contributed to policy discussions and research development concerning ocean affairs, emphasizing human-environment interactions and sustainable practices.

Analyzed complex social and ecological data to inform strategic recommendations for coastal resource management and community resilience.

Collaborated with international experts to enhance understanding of the human dimension in ocean governance and conservation efforts.

National Institute of Cultural Heritage (INPC)
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Archaeologist

Ecuador

Summary

Managed and executed archaeological projects across Ecuador, safeguarding national cultural heritage and contributing to scientific knowledge.

Highlights

Directed multiple archaeological investigations and cultural heritage preservation projects across Ecuador, ensuring compliance with national and international standards.

Led field teams in excavation, documentation, and analysis of significant archaeological sites, contributing to the inventory and understanding of Ecuador's heritage.

Collaborated with government agencies and local communities to develop and implement heritage management plans, promoting public engagement and site protection.

Contributed to the academic publication and dissemination of research findings, enhancing the national discourse on Ecuadorian archaeology.

Central-Eastern Department of Archaeology (DCOA-CITMA)
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Archaeologist

Santiago de Cuba, Santiago de Cuba, Cuba

Summary

Conducted extensive archaeological research and managed heritage initiatives within Cuba's Central-Eastern region, contributing to national scientific and environmental understanding.

Highlights

Spearheaded archaeological fieldwork and research across multiple sites in Cuba, significantly advancing the understanding of regional pre-Columbian and colonial periods.

Managed cultural heritage projects, ensuring the preservation and detailed documentation of critical archaeological findings in alignment with national scientific and environmental policies.

Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to integrate archaeological insights into broader scientific and environmental strategies, enhancing regional heritage conservation efforts.

Developed and implemented systematic archaeological methodologies for site registry and study, improving the documentation and accessibility of Cuba's cultural landscape.

Education

University of Cordoba
Cordoba, Andalusia, Spain

PhD Student

Heritage (Inter-University Doctorate Program)

Courses

Caribbean Urban Archaeology (Line Research)

Pablo de Olavide University
Seville, Andalusia, Spain

Master's Degree

History of Latin America: Indigenous Worlds

Consortium of Spanish Universities (Cordoba, Malaga, Huelva, Pablo de Olavide)
Seville, Andalusia, Spain

Master's Degree

Archaeology and Heritage: Science and Profession

University of Oriente
Santiago de Cuba, Santiago de Cuba, Cuba

Bachelor's Degree (Cum Laude)

Sociology

Awards

Cum Laude Graduate

Awarded By

University of Oriente

Awarded for exceptional academic performance and distinction in Sociology studies.

Languages

Spanish
English

Skills

Archaeology

Caribbean Archaeology, Urban Archaeology, Climate Change Archaeology, Fieldwork, Excavation, Site Registry, Archaeological Analysis, Historical Archaeology.

Cultural Heritage Management

Heritage Preservation, Cultural Resource Management, Museum Recovery, Stakeholder Engagement, Policy Integration.

Social Sciences

Sociology, Anthropology, Socio-ecology, Coastal Communities Research, Indigenous Peoples Studies, Inequality Studies.

Research & Analysis

Interdisciplinary Research, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Data Interpretation, Academic Writing, Paleography, Historical Document Transcription.

Project Management & Collaboration

International Collaboration, Project Coordination, Team Leadership, Grant Acquisition (Implied), Cross-functional Collaboration, Stakeholder Management.

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Archaeological Mapping, Spatial Analysis.

Interests

Research Lines

Caribbean archaeology, Urban archaeology and heritage, Archaeology of climate change, Paleography and its applications to archaeology and historical sciences.

Projects

Transcription of Documents from the General Archive of the Indies

Summary

Ongoing collaboration with Tokai University focusing on the transcription of historical documents from the General Archive of the Indies (AGI). This project aims to uncover insights related to migrants and marginalized groups within the Andean region.

Endurance, Continuity, and Rupture: New Realities of Inequality

Summary

International collaboration project investigating archaeological indicators and environmental transformations on the central Ecuadorian coast (16th-17th centuries) to understand new realities of inequality.

Project: Impulse in the Recovery of Museums Affected by the 2016 Earthquake in Ecuador

Summary

Collaboration with Tokai University and the Agency for Cultural Affairs of Japan Government focused on the recovery and restoration of museums impacted by the 2016 earthquake in Ecuador.

Hispanic Contact with Indigenous Peoples at Chorro de Maíta [Cuba]

Summary

International collaboration project studying the interactions between Hispanic and indigenous populations at the Chorro de Maíta site in Cuba.

Chorro de Maíta: Archaeological Site Registry

Summary

Project focused on the systematic registry and documentation of the Chorro de Maíta archaeological site in Cuba.

The Earliest Settlement of Cuba

Summary

Collaborative project investigating the earliest human settlements in Cuba.

Study of the La Laguna Site, Los Buchillones Archaeological Area

Summary

Research project focused on the La Laguna site within the Los Buchillones archaeological area.