Cheng Tarng
About Cheng Tarng
Cheng Tarng is a Staff Scientist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Master of Science in Geology from the University of Utah and has previous experience in mass spectrometry and laboratory management.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Cheng Tarng has been employed as a Staff Scientist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2021. In this role, he contributes to various scientific research initiatives in Livermore, California. His work focuses on advanced scientific methodologies and technologies, aligning with the laboratory's mission to address national security challenges and enhance energy and environmental sustainability.
Education and Expertise
Cheng Tarng earned a Master of Science in Geology from the University of Utah, where he studied from 2018 to 2021. Prior to this, he completed a Bachelor of Science in Geology/Earth Science at Penn State University from 2014 to 2018. His academic background provides a strong foundation in geological sciences, which supports his current research endeavors.
Background in Research and Laboratory Management
Before joining Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Cheng Tarng held multiple positions that enhanced his research skills. He worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Utah from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, he served as the Laser Ablation Stable Isotope Laboratory Manager at the same institution during this period. His experience also includes a role as a Mass Spectrometry Lab Assistant at The Pennsylvania State University Applied Research Laboratory from 2016 to 2018.
Professional Experience Timeline
Cheng Tarng's professional journey includes significant roles at various academic institutions. He began his career as a Mass Spectrometry Lab Assistant at The Pennsylvania State University Applied Research Laboratory from 2016 to 2018. He then transitioned to the University of Utah, where he worked as a Graduate Research Assistant and later as the Laser Ablation Stable Isotope Laboratory Manager from 2018 to 2021, before taking on his current position at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.