Work Experiences
Research Assistant at Systems Optimization and Computing Laboratory (SOCL) - Led by Gino Lim, Ph.D.
Januray 2025-May 2027 (expected)
As a Research Assistant at the University of Houston’s Systems Optimization and Computing Laboratory, I design and develop advanced algorithms for NP-hard mixed-integer programming problems, with emphasis on large-scale and binary-constrained settings. The operations research tools I use include Lagrangian methods, quadratic programming solvers (OSQP, SCS, Barrier), Riemannina optimization, alternating direction method of multipliers.
I work on a Riemannian ADMM project for binary constrained MIPS and also collaborate with other research assistants on exact solution methods for drone scheduling and beam angle optimization in radiation therapy. I also author research papers and contribute to proposal development within the lab.
Januray 2025-May 2027 (expected)
As a Research Assistant at the University of Houston’s Systems Optimization and Computing Laboratory, I design and develop advanced algorithms for NP-hard mixed-integer programming problems, with emphasis on large-scale and binary-constrained settings. The operations research tools I use include Lagrangian methods, quadratic programming solvers (OSQP, SCS, Barrier), Riemannina optimization, alternating direction method of multipliers.
I work on a Riemannian ADMM project for binary constrained MIPS and also collaborate with other research assistants on exact solution methods for drone scheduling and beam angle optimization in radiation therapy. I also author research papers and contribute to proposal development within the lab.
Research Assistant at Urban, Transportation, Informatics and Logistics Laboratory (UTIL) - Led by Zhijie Sasha Dong, Ph.D.
August 2022-May 2025
I completed the design, analysis, and execution of three DOE-funded projects, including 1) developing a vulnerability index model for power outages in socially vulnerable communities, 2) modeling the planning and operation of residential microgrids as a two-stage stochastic program solved using Benders Branch and Bound, and 3) formulating a distributed energy trading model among microgrids solved with an ADMM algorithm incorporating integer constraints. The opeations research tools I used include stochastic programming, Benders decomposition, branch and cut, alternating direction method of multipliers algorithm.
I prepared and submited monthly progress reports to project directors, summarizing technical work, key findings, and project updates. My work has resulted in publications in Nature Communications, IEEE INTELEC 2025, and Applied Energy (under revision).
Voluntary Experiences
President at INFORMS UH Student Chapter
(2025-2026)
As President, I lead chapter activities and events, organize professional development workshops, delegate responsibilities, and coordinate regular officer meetings. I oversee budgeting, manage partnerships, and drive strategic planning to grow the community, enhance chapter visibility, and strengthen industry connections. I have organized multiple events, including student research presentations, PhD growth workshops, meetings with faculty from other universities, webinars on job hunting, and upcoming sessions on data science careers for ISE students.
As President, I lead chapter activities and events, organize professional development workshops, delegate responsibilities, and coordinate regular officer meetings. I oversee budgeting, manage partnerships, and drive strategic planning to grow the community, enhance chapter visibility, and strengthen industry connections. I have organized multiple events, including student research presentations, PhD growth workshops, meetings with faculty from other universities, webinars on job hunting, and upcoming sessions on data science careers for ISE students.
Social Media Coordinator and Webmaster
(2023-2025)
I manage the chapter’s social media platforms, including LinkedIn and Instagram, creating targeted content to boost event attendance and member engagement. I design graphics, schedule posts, and track engagement metrics to expand the chapter’s online outreach.
I manage the chapter’s social media platforms, including LinkedIn and Instagram, creating targeted content to boost event attendance and member engagement. I design graphics, schedule posts, and track engagement metrics to expand the chapter’s online outreach.