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BIOGRAPHY

Hi, I'm Samia Farooq, a dedicated environmental scientist and educator with a strong focus on aquatic toxicology and environmental sustainability. My work revolves around addressing the challenges posed by emerging contaminants like trace metals, nanoparticles, microplastics, nanoplastics, and phthalates.

Currently, I serve as a Visiting Lecturer at the College of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of the Punjab, where I teach courses in "Environmental Risk Assessment" and "Application of Economics in Water Management". My role involves enhancing student engagement and performance through innovative teaching methods and hands-on experience with essential software tools like R, OriginLab, ArcGIS, and EcoRisk View.

Passionate about merging data science with environmental research, I leverage tools such as R, Python, and Tableau to analyze field data and uncover trends that inform policy and advocacy. I am eager to collaborate with environmental tech startups and pursue further studies to advance sustainable practices and make a significant impact on global environmental protection.

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Laboratory Hours

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Research Projects

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Years of Experience

Skills

Tools
STATA
Python
R
OriginPro
Rstudio
Microsoft Excel
Tableau
ArcGIS
ICP-MS
SPSS
SQL
EcoRisk View
SWAT Analysis
FTIR Analysis
PowerBI
SigmaPlot

Experience

  • VISITING LECTURER @COLLEGE OF EARTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

    October 2023 - Present | Lahore, Pakistan

    Taught courses Environmental and Risk Assessment and Application of Economics in Water Management. Improved course engagement and student performance by 25% through the integration of interactive teaching methods and practical applications. Instructed students in essential software tools such as R, ArcGIS, EcoRisk View, and OriginPro. Emphasized practical applications, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Prepared students for careers in environmental risk management, assessment, and water resource economics and management.

  • ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE OFFICER @IRTIQA DESIGNS

    December 2021 - October 2023 | Pakistan, USA

    Ensured adherence to relevant government permits and environmental laws during site establishment or demolition. Supervised the proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials, particularly in industrial areas such as Sundar Industrial Estate and Mudkay for Textile Chemicals. Developed site safety plans. Contributed significantly to the appraisal and assessment of environmental quality during field tests. Offered guidance and training to team members on best environmental practices and organized workshops within the organization. Enhanced environmental compliance and safety measures by 20% through the implementation of rigorous training programs and systematic field evaluations.

  • SCIENTIFIC RESEARCHER @ECOTOXICOLOGY LAB, COLLEGE OF EARTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

    April 2020 - March 2021 | Lahore, Pakistan

    Accompanied the professors on field trips to learn sampling methods, techniques, and data collection. Identified various species of macroinvertebrates based on their morphological characteristics for lab reference. Assisted Masters and PhD scholars in researching plastic pollution in freshwater systems by providing expertise and guidance. Supported students with experiments involving soil and fish samples, using technical laboratory equipment and basic software tools. Improved lab efficiency and data management by 15% through effective collaboration and assistance in laboratory tasks.

  • CLIMATE CHANGER (INTERN) @OXFAM

    Jan 2021 - April 2021 | United States

    Ran campaigns focused on raising awareness about climate change and its potential causes. Created impactful content for social media platforms to engage and educate people on the urgent need for climate action. Actively advocated for sustainable lifestyle choices and proposed viable solutions to combat environmental challenges.

  • INTERN- SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT @LAHORE WASTE MANAGEMENT COMPANY

    July 2019 - August 2019 | Lahore, Pakistan

    Undertook regular visits to assess environmental practices, seeking out sustainable improvement solutions. These solutions were then presented at conferences, contributing to a broader dialogue on environmental stewardship. Conducted training sessions for workers, empowering them with the knowledge and skills needed to adopt sustainable approaches in their work.

Education

  • MS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

    October 2021 - August 2023 | College of Earth and Environmental Sciences (Lahore Campus)

    I evaluated the spatiotemporal comparison of trace metal detection (As, Cu, Cr, Mn, Ni, Pb, Sr, Ti, and Zn) in Macrobrachium sp. using ICP-MS for precise analytical measurements. I also determined the potential risks of trace metals to Macrobrachium sp. and their ecosystem. Analyzed and visualized data with OriginPro, RStudio, and ArcGIS to support and communicate these findings effectively and additionally, assessed the impacts of trace metals on humans, plants, and birds.

  • BS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

    November 2017 - July 2021 | College of Earth and Environmental Sciences. (Lahore Campus)

    My research highlighted the spatiotemporal variations of microplastics in the gut contents of Macrobrachium sp. and the association of microhabitats with collected macroinvertebrates' tolerance levels was also evaluated to assess further the water quality conditions of these rivers at various sites. I gained expertise in using Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) to identify and quantify microplastic particles. I utilized various tools such as R for statistical analysis, OriginPro for data visualization, and ArcGIS for spatial analysis.