SK Taufiqul Islam
Brownsville,TX
Summary
Dedicated and professional individual with a skillful approach to sample collection, data recording, and instrument calibration. Known for resourcefulness and adaptability, with extensive experience in developing and conducting experiments to document results for studies. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines, and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
08.2024 - Current
- Completed administrative and research duties per professor request.
- Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
- Contributed to professionally-written scientific paper for publication.
- Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
- Performed experiments and conducted research to study impacts of pollution on water body using GIS and remote sensing.
- Detailed study findings and updated research upon new discoveries.
- Created techniques for assessing water quality and effects on aquatic life.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
SUST RESEARCH CENTRE
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Title: Vulnerability Prediction Using Machine Learning Techniques In Southwest Coastal Zones Of Bangladesh
- Both Qualitative and Quantitative Survey
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
- Map preparation using Arc GIS
- Data Analysis and Report preparation as per the requirement
- Vulnerability Prediction Using Machine Learning Techniques In Southwest Coastal Zones Of Bangladesh
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
SUST RESEARCH CENTRE
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Title: Land Use and Land Cover Changes with Ecological Imbalance to the Wetland on Chalan Beel, Natore
- Map preparation using Arc GIS
- Data Analysis and Report preparation as per the requirement
- Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.
- Land Use and Land Cover Changes with Ecological Imbalance to the Wetland on Chalan Beel, Natore
- Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
GIS ASSISTANT
SUST RESEARCH CENTRE
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Title: Assessment of Ecological Imbalance for Natural and Anthropogenic Activities at Hakaluki Haor
- Data analysis using SPSS and ArcGIS
- Report preparation as per the requirement
- Managed GIS databases and modified parameters for different needs.
- Assessment of Ecological Imbalance for Natural and Anthropogenic Activities at Hakaluki Haor
RESEARCH & GIS ASSISTANT
Ministry of Planning, Bangladesh
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Title: Measurement of Ecological Footprint Account and Biocapacity to Achieve the Sustainable Development Goals: A Study at the Haor Basin of Northeastern Region of Bangladesh
- Map preparation using ArcGIS
- Created effective maps, charts, and other images based on project-specific requirements.
- Data Analysis and Report preparation as per the requirement
- Measurement of Ecological Footprint Account and Biocapacity to Achieve the Sustainable Development Goals: A Study at the Haor Basin of Northeastern Region of Bangladesh
Education
Master of Science - Ocean, Science And Earth Sciences
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Brownsville05-2026
Master of Science - Geography and Environment
Shahjalal University of Science And Technology (SUST)
Sylhet, Bangladesh04-2023
BSc (Honours) - Geography and Environment
Shahjalal University of Science And Technology (SUST)
Sylhet, Bangladesh01.2020
Skills
- Proficient in ArcGIS Pro
- Excel Data Analysis
- Statistical Analysis Software
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Remote Sensing Analysis Skills
- Disaster Risk Mapping
- Hazard Management for Climate Change
- Data Collection Expertise
- Research Analysis Reporting
Workshop And Training
- Coastal and Marine Disaster: Bangladesh Perspectives, Completed 3-day Training organized by Disaster Research Training and Management Centre (DRTMC), University of Dhaka, Bangladesh.
- Survey of python for GIS applications, Introduction to the python language and ecosystem for GIS professionals.
- Research Techniques in Social Sciences, Completed 2 months Training sponsored by Social Science Research Council, Ministry of Planning, Government of Bangladesh.
- Youth Campaign for Earthquake Preparedness, Earthquake preparedness campaign organized by United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.
Awards And Scholarships
National Science and Technology Fellowship, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, 2022-2023
Proficiency Test Score
IELTS SCORE (ACADEMIC), 7.0, 6.5, 8.5, 6.0, 6.0
Digital Skills
ERDAS IMAGINE, ARCGIS, ArcGIS Pro, R studio, Excel, SPSS, MS Office
Leadership And Co Curricular Activities
- General Secretary (6th Committee), Green Explore Society, SUST
- General Secretary, Geography and Environment Association, SUST
- Assistant IT and Publicity Secretary, Green Explore Society, SUST
Publications
- Hasan, M. M., Sikder, M. B., Gupta, S., Haque, M. I., Kabir, M. N. K., Sujan, M. H., Islam, S. T., Howladar, M. F., 2021, An Analysis of the Morphological Changes of Surma River in Sylhet District Using Multitemporal Remote Sensing Images., American Journal of Agricultural Science, Engineering and Technology, 5, 2, 453–469
- Taufiqul Islam Sk., Azizul Baten Md., Islam Khan T., 2023, Investigating the Climate Induced Coastal Vulnerability Index in the Southwest Coastal Region of Bangladesh., Green Rep., 4, 10, 23-30
Area Of Expertise
- GIS and Remote sensing-based assessment
- Disaster risk management
- Disaster mapping
- Community flood Vulnerability and Resilience assessment
- Climate change-induced hazard management
- Both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
Accomplishments
- Presented research on Vulnerable Zone detection Using Multitemporal Images in the Southwest Coastal Zones of Bangladesh at American Geophysical Union (AGU) at December, 2024.
Certification
- Coastal and Marine Disaster: Bangladesh Perspectives Training - 3 day
Languages
English
Professional Working
Bangla
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Research Assistant
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
08.2024 - Current
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
SUST RESEARCH CENTRE
01.2022 - 01.2023
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
SUST RESEARCH CENTRE
01.2021 - 01.2022
GIS ASSISTANT
SUST RESEARCH CENTRE
01.2020 - 01.2021
RESEARCH & GIS ASSISTANT
Ministry of Planning, Bangladesh
01.2019 - 01.2021
Master of Science - Ocean, Science And Earth Sciences
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Master of Science - Geography and Environment
Shahjalal University of Science And Technology (SUST)
BSc (Honours) - Geography and Environment
Shahjalal University of Science And Technology (SUST)
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