a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) candidate in Environmental Engineering with expertise in groundwater remediation, water quality management, and environmental chemistry, complemented by 10+ years of experience in research, teaching, and client-facing roles. He holds a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering (2010) and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering & Mathematics (2009), both from Southern Methodist University (SMU, Dallas, TX), and has been an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) since 2009.
His key achievements include contributing to a $5.7M EPA groundwater remediation settlement (Massachusetts, 2016) and partnering with UNHCR to improve drinking water in refugee camps (Uganda, Kenya, etc.). As an Adjunct Professor (SMU, 2016–2018), he taught environmental courses and set enrollment records; as a Graduate Research Assistant (2009–2017), he managed a water chemistry lab and led student teams. Proficient in tools like AutoCAD, HEC-HMS/RAS, ArcGIS, and MATLAB, he excels in experimental design, data analysis, and technical communication. Authorized to work in the U.S. and open to relocation, he is poised for private-sector Research Scientist/Associate roles.