DUC NGUYEN
Ph.D.
Environmental Engineering & Biotechnology - Renewable Energy - Sustainable Development
"The world has enough for everyone's needs, but not everyone's greed"-Gandhi.Â
Enthusiastic and dedicated , I’m seeking a project or position where I can contribute, develop, and make an impact. With strong-versatile skill set and relevant experience, I am passionate to bring creative ideas and solutions for green-sustainable development to benefit the society in a most efficient way.
Get in touch to discuss how we can work together toward an exciting future.
WORK EXPERIENCES
My Roles & Responsibilities
TECHNICAL ADVISOR,
WWF - VIET NAM
June 2021Â - December 2021
Develop 2 publications: Handbook for on-site organic treatment, Report on evaluating riverine plastic collection technologies for Viet Nam.
Provide technical advices for activities in 7 Plastic Smart Cites.
Manage and control quality of outputs from consultants.
PROJECT OFFICER,Â
WWF - VIET NAM
August 2019 - May 2021
Coordinate and manage 2 consecutive ocean plastic and solid waste management projects in Phu Quoc by working closely with local government, businesses, schools, and multiple communities.
Build community-based waste management model for 30 coastal households and promote community composting initiative with 70+ members.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT, UNIVERSITYÂ OF HAWAII-USA
January 2014 - September 2018
Waste to Renewable Energy researches. Optimizing anaerobic process via multidisciplinary approach (biochemical-microbial-process control).
Project management. Experiments planning and conducting. Technical and non-technical reports. Writing publications and research proposal.
Lab management: order supplies, manage fundings, setup equipments, etc.
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER,
UBA-THAILAND
June 2013Â - December 2013
Design, budget estimation, reports, client meeting, and commission for water and wastewater treatment processes (municipal + industrial).
Research and develop new biotechnology to enhance efficiency and reduce power consumption.
PROJECT ASSISTANT,
3R KNOWLEDGE HUB-THAILAND
Prepare interactive Excel training materials for 3R program.
May 2013
MASTER'S RESEARCH,
AIT-THAILAND
Environmental impacts of nanoparticles from commercial products.
Project management. Conduct research. Publish paper.
May 2011 - May 2013
BACHELOR'S RESEARCHES, DALAT UNIVERSITY-VIETNAM
Biological treatment of brewery waste using mixture of bacteria and algae
Water and wastewater quality monitoring and analysis.
Pathogen level in street food.
September 2006Â - September 2010
DALAT UNIVERSITY
2006-2010
Bachelor's of Science (B.Sc.) in Biotechnology. Topic: Environmental and pathogenic microbiology
AIT
2011-2013
Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Environmental Engineering and Management.
Topic: Wastewater engineering, anaerobic digestion
UH MANOA
2014-2018
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Molecular Bioscience and Bioengineering.
Topic: Process control and microbiology in anaerobic digestion
ABOUT DUC
With the love for nature and enthusiasm to protect and conserve it for future generation, I have always pursued professional trainings in environmental biotechnology and engineering. With rich experience from both academic and practical training in energy and environment multidisciplinary field, I am capable of independently leading projects in related field and beyond. Using one word to describe myself, it would be "Versatile". My current project is on scientific communication and design to help scientists share their breakthrough findings to the public in a quick and easy to comprehend way. Learn more about me from my past experience and contact me for working together.
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SKILLS
I have acquired skills through my education and work experience in environmental and energy fields. I am very appreciative to have great supports from my past mentors to become a professional in my field.Â
I am constantly looking for new challenges to learn new skills outside of my comfort zone.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Experienced in multiple project management, from preparing proposal, conducting research, to technical & nontechnical reports/presentations.
RESEARCH AND REPORT
Expert in renewable energy and environmental treatment researches with skills in analytical instruments, data analysis, and paper publishing.
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING DESIGN
Skilled in design water and wastewater treatment systems for municipal and industrial wastes.
ILLUSTRATION DESIGN
Professional in designing scientific illustrations, data visualization, infographic poster, logos, and short video clips using multiple graphic softwares.