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Sonia Moavenzadeh

University Of Maine, Ph.D. Candidate, Available For Full-time Employment September 2025
Orono,ME

Summary

Dynamic Graduate Assistant from the University of Maine, excelled in contaminant management research, significantly advancing PFAS fate studies. Skilled in data Analysis and collaborative teamwork, contributed to peer-reviewed publications and mentored students, showcasing adaptability and a strong commitment to environmental science.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Graduate Assistant

University of Maine
08.2021 - 08.2025
  • Conducted thorough research for United States Geological Survey (USGS) and the National Science Foundation (NSF) projects, addressing contaminant management and removal strategies, with a focus on PFAS fate in landfills and soil, contributing to significant advancements in field.
  • Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
  • Enhanced research quality by providing thorough literature reviews and data analysis support.
  • Participated in regular meetings with project supervisors, providing progress updates and discussing potential challenges or areas for improvement.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to advance research objectives and achieve project milestone.
  • Contributed to publication of several peer-reviewed articles by conducting data analysis and literature reviews
  • Teaching Assistant for the Water Treatment course, managing lab and guiding students through core concepts and practical applications.
  • Teaching Assistant for the Wastewater Process Design course, managing lab and supporting students in understanding treatment systems.
  • Presented research findings at conferences and workshops, fostering professional growth and collaboration within the academic community.
  • Managed multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to high-quality standards.
  • Mentored undergraduate students, providing guidance on research methodologies and techniques.

Education

Ph.D. - Civil And Environmental Engineering

University of Maine
Orono, ME
08.2021 - 08.2025

Master of Science - Civil And Environmental Engineering

K.N. Toosi University of Technology
Tehran, Iran
09.2015 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Birjand University of Technology
Birjand, Iran
09.2009 - 09.2014

Skills

  • New Emerging Contaminants
  • Water/Wastewater Treatment technologies
  • Solid Waste Management
  • Industrial Applications of Activated Carbon and Nanomaterials
  • Laboratory skills
  • Data Evaluation
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Excel
  • HPLC Analysis

  • SEM and EDS analysis
  • Statistical software (R, Python)
  • Grant proposal development
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Decision-Making
  • Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking
  • Event Planning

Awards

  • Awarded Cultural Affairs and Distinguished Lecture Series grant at UMaine, $2000, Feb 2022 and 2023
  • Award of Excellence, Outstanding contribution toward the development of a solution by a research team at University of Maine. April 2023
  • AEESP Research & Education Conference travel award, $500, May 2023
  • Awarded EREF scholarship by the Environmental Research and Education Foundation for solid waste management research, $15000. August 2023
  • Graduate Student Government (GSG) travel to present award, $850, Feb 2024

Leadership & Extracurricular Activities

  • Led a graduate student club (IGSA) as a president, organizing and hosting cultural events. Nov 2021- May 2023
  • Elected as Graduate Student Government (GSG) Senator of Civil and Environmental Eng. Dept. May 2023-Present
  • Reviewer for Chemical Engineering Science and npj Clean Water journals. Feb 2023-Present
  • Summer Camp Counselor at University of Maine, June 2024

Timeline

Graduate Assistant

University of Maine
08.2021 - 08.2025

Ph.D. - Civil And Environmental Engineering

University of Maine
08.2021 - 08.2025

Master of Science - Civil And Environmental Engineering

K.N. Toosi University of Technology
09.2015 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

Birjand University of Technology
09.2009 - 09.2014
Sonia MoavenzadehUniversity Of Maine, Ph.D. Candidate, Available For Full-time Employment September 2025