Kasia Grzebyk, PhD
About Kasia Grzebyk, PhD
Kasia Grzebyk, PhD, is an Environmental Scientist with a strong background in ecotoxicology and pharmacology. She has worked at various institutions, including Exponent, Duke University, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, contributing to improvements in drinking water quality and engaging in science and policy advocacy.
Work at Exponent
Kasia Grzebyk has been employed as an Environmental Scientist at Exponent since 2020. In this role, she applies her expertise in environmental science to address complex challenges. Her work involves integrating scientific knowledge with engineering and policy efforts to improve environmental outcomes. Grzebyk is part of the Greater Seattle Area team, where she contributes to various projects aimed at enhancing environmental quality.
Education and Expertise
Kasia Grzebyk holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Environmental Sciences and Engineering from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, which she completed from 2013 to 2019. She also earned a Master’s Degree in Biology and Geography with a specialization in Ecotoxicology from Jagiellonian University between 2009 and 2011. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Pharmacology from UC Santa Barbara from 2003 to 2007. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both ecotoxicology and pharmacology.
Background
Kasia Grzebyk has a diverse professional background in environmental science and research. She worked at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in various capacities, including as a Senator for the Graduate and Professional Student Federation from 2013 to 2018 and as Vice President of External Affairs for the Science and Policy Advocacy Group from 2016 to 2017. Her earlier experience includes roles at Duke University and North Carolina State University as a Postdoctoral Researcher in 2019, as well as a Research Associate at Vertex Pharmaceuticals from 2008 to 2009.
Contributions to Environmental Science
Kasia Grzebyk has made significant contributions to the field of environmental science, particularly in improving drinking water quality. Her work combines scientific research, engineering principles, and policy advocacy to address environmental challenges. Grzebyk has been actively involved in the environmental science community in the Greater Seattle Area since 2020, furthering her commitment to enhancing environmental health and safety.
Teaching and Mentorship Experience
Kasia Grzebyk has experience in teaching and mentorship within academic settings. She served as a Teaching Assistant for courses such as 'Instrumental Methods for the Chemical Analysis of Environmental Samples' in 2014 and 'Laboratory Techniques and Field Measurements' from 2013 to 2014 at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Additionally, she worked as a Research Intern at the Bren School of Environmental Science & Management at UC Santa Barbara from 2006 to 2007, where she gained practical experience in environmental research.