Summary
Grant Snitker is an assistant professor and environmental archaeologist who combines charcoal analysis, computational proxy modeling, and quantitative methods to unravel the long-term relationships among fire, humans, and environment. He conducts interdisciplinary research across the Western United States and the Western Mediterranean, integrating archaeological evidence with fire dynamics to illuminate past ecological and cultural resilience. Beyond academia, he serves as a fireline archaeologist and wildland firefighter, helping to protect both natural and cultural resources while informing land management. He earned a BA in Anthropology from the University of Oregon, followed by an MA and PhD in Anthropology from Arizona State University. His career includes roles at Utah State University, the New Mexico Consortium, the U.S. Forest Service, and the University of Georgia. With nearly a decade of experience, he brings a rigorous, field-and-lab integrated approach to studying fire ecology and cultural resources.
9 years of coding experience
4 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Anthropology, Bachelor of Arts - BA, Anthropology at University of Oregon
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Anthropology, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Anthropology at Arizona State University