KOSHIS BABU BASNET

Queens, NY *****

+1-475-***-****

ad25fa@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Enthusiastic environmental researchers conduct thorough research to find pollutants or hazards in the environment. Deep knowledge of all environmental laws and legal processes. Areas of expertise include environmental assessment and environmental hazard, groundwater, field data collection. Two-year background serving as an environmental researcher in the New Haven area. Proficiency with GIS and remote sensing with complex technical details, emphasizing adaptability and effective communication. Networking aficionado, with a global network in the geospatial community, ready to apply expertise to innovate in a challenging role. SKILLS

Effective Communication

Problem-Solving

Collaborative Approach

Research and Documentation

Remote Sensing Mastery: ENVI, ERDAS Imagine EXPE

GIS Tools: ArcGIS, QGIS, GRASS GIS

Programming: Python (ArcPy, GDAL), SQL

Data Collection: GPS Surveys, Drone Mapping

Database Management: PostgreSQL with PostGIS,

Microsoft SQL Server Spatial

EXPERIENCE

CONNECTICUT AGRICULTURAL EXPERIMENT STATION

New Haven, CT

Environmental Research Assistant 05/2022 to 04/2023

• Helped in conducting environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for Quinnipiac water resources project in Connecticut, evaluating potential effects on ecosystems, air quality, and water resources due to urbanization.

• Perform and essential role for long island sound ground water contamination project by providing geospatial location for contaminant efflux, collecting, and analyzing soil, water, and air samples, along with designing contaminant dispersal location setup.

• Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop sustainable land management practices, emphasizing conservation and ecological restoration.

• Utilized GIS (Geographic Information System) software to map and analyze spatial data, aiding in the identification of environmentally sensitive areas.

• Developed and implemented environmental monitoring programs to track changes in key indicators over time, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

• Conducted risk assessments for hazardous materials and provided recommendations for safe handling and disposal procedures.

• Assisted in the preparation of comprehensive environmental reports for clients, summarizing findings and proposing mitigation strategies.

UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAVEN

West Haven, CT

Research Assistant 05/2023 to 08/2024

• Contributed to the design of a comprehensive study: "Heat Stress in Urban Environment: A case study of Heat vulnerability in New Haven, CT," strategically dividing the study area into transects to ensure a detailed analysis.

• Orchestrated the implementation of advanced technology, utilizing the New Sky Smart T sensor for remote sensing, to collect surface temperature data across identified transects, contributing to the creation of dataset for in-depth analysis.

• Played a pivotal role in data analysis by integrating temperature, landcover, and water proximity data, applying advanced techniques to identify correlations, patterns, and socio-economic factors. Mapped vulnerability in the study area.

• Drove the preparation of a comprehensive report by actively shaping the literature review, showcasing a profound understanding of existing research, and synthesizing relevant information to highlight the study's significance.

UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAVEN

West Haven, CT

Research Scholar 09/2023 to 12/2024

• Conducted comprehensive study on "A GIS-Based Approach for Quantifying and Mapping Carbon Sink and Stock Values in Connecticut," starting with developing proposal and literature review to inform the current research initiatives.

• Collected data and implemented advanced geoprocessing tools in Arc GIS pro along with InVEST modeling to find the carbon sink in area of interest.

• Stock values were calculated by using Zonal statistics tools in Arc-Geoprocessing to quantify the amount of carbon stored in the study area.

• Finally, drove the preparation of a comprehensive report by actively shaping the literature review, showcasing a profound understanding of existing research, and synthesizing relevant information to highlight the study's significance.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

MASTER OF SCIENCE: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (GIS CONCENTRATION)) 12/2023 University of New Haven, West Haven, CT

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE: AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE 12/2020

Agriculture and Forestry University, Rampur Chitwan CERTIFICATIONS

• GIS professional (GISP): From University of New Haven, 2023

• Arc GIS Desktop Professional: ESRI,2022

• Arc Pro Essential Training: LinkedIn, 2023

• Arc GIS python Scripting: LinkedIn, 2023

• R for Data Science: Analysis and Visualization, 2023

• Python Essential training: LinkedIn, 2022

• EPA-10-Hour HAZWOPER (OSHA training),2024

• 24-Hour HAZWOPER(OSHA), 2024

• EPA-24-Hour HAZWOPER,2024

• Construction Site Fire Safety Manager, 2024

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