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Former EPA/USDA scientist seeking new research roles in climate, soil, and water modeling. Open to U.S. and global opportunities. Let’s connect!
Position Title : Physical Scientist, Center for Environmental Solutions and Emergency Response, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), USA.
Research Area: Watershed modeling, Soil erosion, Climate change, Urban Stormwater Modeling
I am an experienced Environmental and Agricultural Scientist with over 15 years of academic and professional expertise in environmental modeling, soil erosion, hydrology, climate change impact analysis, and stormwater modeling. I am good at analyzing, interpreting, and conveying complex Environmental or Agricultural Sciences concepts (e.g., hydrologic flow path modeling, sediment yield and nutrient transport and prediction, soil erosion hotspot identification) through advanced numerical models, machine learning (ML), and artificial intelligence (AI) techniques. With proven skills in clear and precise scientific communication for diverse audiences, I have extensive experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams across government, research, and industry. Adept in statistical and geospatial analysis with a strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
Core Competencies:
Hydrological and hydraulic Modeling (SWAT, SWMM, HPC)
Hydroinformatics and Machine Learning (Support Vector Regression, Wavelet Analysis, Python, R, HPC)
Climate Change Impact on Agriculture (WEPP, CMIP, GCM, GLIGEN)
Urban Stormwater Management (SWMM, PCSWMM)
GIS and Remote Sensing (ArcGIS, DEM Analysis, ERDAS, ENVI, Google Earth Engine)
Research Funding, Grant Writing, and Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Innovative Teaching and Curriculum Development
Communication & Collaboration:
Strong experience in multi-agency collaborations (EPA, USDA, DHS, USCG)
Experienced proposal writer for funding support
Development of Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPP)
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Experienced in working in an international environment and with different federal agencies
Professional service:
Serves as a reviewer for prestigious journals, including Water Research, Water Resources Research, Journal of Hydrology, Catena, Environmental Modelling & Software, Sustainable Futures, MDPI Land, Applied Soft Computing, Atmospheric Research, Journal of Environmental Quality, Soil and Water Conservation Journal, and Research of Soil and Water Conservation (a Chinese journal).
Served as a project reviewer for the EPA, 2022–present. Responsible for evaluating and making recommendations on proposed research projects that seek funding from the organization.
Serves as an EPA tech reviewer, 2021-2025. Responsible for evaluating scientific and technical documents to ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance, and data integrity, while providing constructive feedback to support environmental decision-making.
Served as an expert advisor for the EPA project "Carbon Sequestration and Gaseous Emissions in Wetland Ecosystems" (Product ID: ACE.401.5.3, 2022-2026), “Nutrient Reduction Program Design and Implementation” (Product ID: SSWR.405.4.1, 2022-2026), and “Evaluating Natural Disaster Implications on Containment Transport in the Environment” (Task order: 68HERC24F0048, 2023-2024).
Served by invitation as a Guest Editor for the special issue "Tillage Systems Impact Soil Structure and Cover Crop" of the MDPI Land journal from 2022 to 2023.
Publication & Presentation:
Published 50+ articles in peer-reviewed journals and presented research at 20+ national/international conferences.
Field/Lab Work:
Field soil and water sampling design and survey. Soil physical and chemistry analysis and instrumentation.
River and Lake water quality sampling and monitoring in Poyang Lake, Jiangxi, China.
Artificial rainfall experiments: indoor rill erosion with 3D laser scanning at the Yangling station, Shaanxi, China, and the NSERL, USDA, IN.
Land use and land cover field (LULC) investigations, aerial photographic, and satellite virtual image interpretation of the Yangou watershed, Shaanxi, China.
Languages:
English and Chinese
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