Hiya! I’m Sofia (Sof-aya), it rhymes with papaya 
I am an environmental data scientist devoted to insight informed action. I aim to bridge the communication gap amongst scientists, policymakers, developers, and the public by delivering information in an engaging and accessible way.
I was recently contracted as the Project Lead and Geospatial Data Analyst for the San Bernardino Wildland Fires Project at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. In my time there, I will have the unique opportunity to actively contribute to a forward-thinking project geared towards climate adaptation and local resiliency. I have a learned experience developing geospatial workflows for a variety of geo-data types. As well as a foundational understanding of working with satellite and remote sensing materials, both of which I am excited to utilize. After my time at NASA JPL, I hope to continue participating in projects that elicit real and meaningful change. 
Experience
Project Lead & Geospatial Data Analyst | Expected 1/25 - 4/25 |
NASA DEVELOP Analytical Mechanics Associate @ Jet Propulsion Laboratory | Pasadena, CA | San Bernardino Wildland Fires Project
Environmental Data Scientist | 10/23 - 10/24 |
The 2035 Initiative, UCSB | Goleta, CA
Master’s Capstone Lead Data Engineer & Comms Manager | 1/24 - 6/24 |
National Center for Atmospheric Research Climate & Global Dynamics | Goleta, CA
Understanding the Influence of Parameter Value Uncertainty on Climate Model Output: Developing an Interactive Dashboard
Environmental Data Analyst | 12/22 - 6/23 |
UCSD Department of Analytical and Atmospheric Chemistry | La Jolla, CA
Measuring Airborne Toxics and Determining Oceanic Relationships (MATADOR)
Investment Specialist | 7/19 - 8/20 |
Keller Williams Realty, Inc. Partnered with Big H Homes | Westlake Village CA
Education
Master of Environmental Data Science | June 2024
Bren School of Environmental Science & Management, UCSB | Goleta, CA
B.S. in Chemistry | June 2023
University of California San Diego - Earl Warren College | La Jolla, CA
A.S. in Mathematics, Physics, Natural Sciences, and Chemistry | May 2021
Moorpark College | Moorpark, CA