Summary
Zhenyu Tang is a research-focused data professional with a PhD from Purdue and three years' industry experience, currently a Research Associate at Gallup in Washington, D.C. He specializes in survey design, quantitative analysis, and data visualization, translating complex datasets into clear, actionable stories for stakeholders. Previously he taught and led research as an assistant professor, bringing rigorous academic methods to applied polling and measurement work. Zhenyu combines project management, communication, and presentation skills with hands-on statistical techniques, enabling interdisciplinary teams to turn research into policy and practice. Outside of work he balances analytical rigor with creativity—he's an avid boardgame player and pickleball fan who recharges by hiking with his dog. His background spanning Peking University and Purdue gives him a global perspective on social research and empirical problem-solving.
3 years of coding experience
8 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) at Peking University
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at Purdue University
English, Chinese