Zachary Smith, Ms
About Zachary Smith, Ms
Zachary Smith is a Physical Scientist at the U.S. Geological Survey, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and a Master of Science in Applied Science from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and his research interests include urban geochemistry and hydrology.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Zachary Smith has been employed as a Physical Scientist at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2021. In this role, he engages in research related to urban geochemistry and hydrology. His work includes surface water sampling and examining the effects of land use changes on urban drainage systems. Prior to his current position, he served as a Student Contractor at USGS from 2020 to 2021, where he gained valuable experience in the field.
Education and Expertise
Zachary Smith holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, which he completed from 2014 to 2018. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Applied Science from the same institution, graduating in 2021. Additionally, he studied French Language and Renewable Energy at Université Catholique de Lille in 2017. His educational background supports his research interests in urban geochemistry and hydrology.
Background
Zachary Smith has a diverse background in academia and research. He worked as an Undergraduate Student Researcher at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock from 2016 to 2018 and later as a Graduate Teaching Assistant from 2019 to 2021. His early career also included a role as a Customer Service Associate at Walgreens from 2018 to 2020. This combination of teaching and research experience has contributed to his current role at USGS.
Research Interests
Zachary Smith's research interests are centered on urban geochemistry and hydrology. He focuses on surface water sampling and the impact of land use changes on urban drainage systems. His research employs isotopic tracing techniques, particularly utilizing strontium, to analyze how these changes affect water systems in urban environments.