Chenchen Xu
Ghent
Summary
As a dedicated researcher with a Ph.D. in Social and Economic Geography, my academic journey highlights a keen interest in data science and human behavior, including choices, preferences, and perceptions. I bring practical expertise in surveys, discrete choice modeling, structural equation modeling, and machine learning, demonstrated through the impact of 15 publications. Having recently completed Ph.D., I am actively upskilling in advanced data science methodologies, eagerly anticipating the next challenge to apply my passion and launch my career.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
PhD Researcher
Ghent University
09.2019 - 12.2023
- Designed and conducted stated preference surveys;
- Built 6 discrete choice models on choice behavior;
- Estimated discrete choice models and hybrid choice models;
- Data analysis and wrote four papers (three published);
- Teaching assistant.
Internship Student
AO Smith (China) Co., Ltd. Human Resources Departm
03.2016 - 05.2016
- Assisting with day-to-day administrative tasks, such as filing, data entry, and organizing documents.
- Managing and updating employee records and databases.
- Participating in recruitment process by posting job openings, screening resumes, and coordinating interviews.
- Supporting training and development programs for employees.
- Helping to organize and coordinate employee training sessions.
- Guiding in product showroom.
Internship Student
Beijing Capital International Airport
07.2015 - 08.2015
- Assisting in monitoring and coordinating flight schedules.
- Participating in communication with various airport stakeholders, including airlines, ground services, air traffic control, and other relevant entities.
- Monitoring weather conditions and collaborating with meteorological services to assess potential impacts on flight operations.
- Learning about allocation of airport resources such as gates, check-in counters, and baggage carousels.
- Assisting in identifying opportunities for improving operational efficiency.
Internship Student
Shenzhen Baoan International Airport
08.2015 - 09.2015
- Observing and understanding passenger experience to identify areas for improvement.
- Assisting in management of terminal facilities and services.
- Providing assistance to passengers and addressing their inquiries or concerns.
- Learning about emergency response procedures and participating in drills.
- Participating in collection and analysis of data related to terminal performance.
Volunteer Teacher
"Warm Village" Summer Volunteer Service
07.2017 - 08.2017
- Planning and conducting classes for students in Civilized Etiquette Course.
- Organizing and leading recreational and extracurricular activities for students.
- Assessing the progress of students throughout the program.
- Conducting parent-teacher meetings.
Volunteer Teacher
Summer Volunteer Service At Yanzao Primary School
07.2016 - 08.2016
- Planning and conducting classes for students in Civilized Etiquette Course.
- Collaborating with other volunteers on projects that contribute to the overall development of the community.
- Providing feedback to parents regarding students' performance and areas for improvement.
Education
Ph.D. of Social and Economic Geography - Passenger Behavior in Emergency Evacuations
Ghent University
12.2023
M.S. - Transportation Management
Nanjing University of Aeronautics And Astronautics (NUAA)
04.2019
B.S. - Airport operation and management
Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (NUAA)
01.2016
Skills
- Research and analysis
- Teaching and supervising
- Python, Biogeme, R, SPSS, Anylogic, Microsoft Software Proficiency
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Dependable and Responsible
- Time Management
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Self-Directed
Accomplishments
¢ Publish 15 papers.
¢ Top Ten Graduate Students Award in NUAA, 2018.
¢ Advanced Research and Innovation Award in NUAA, 2018.
¢ Good Graduate Student Awards in NUAA, 2017.
¢ First-Class Scholarship for Graduate Students in NUAA, received three times from 2016 to 2018.
¢ 1st Prize in the Airport Planning and Designing Competition in NUAA, 2015.
¢ 2nd Prize in the Airport Planning and Designing Competition in NUAA, 2013.
¢ 3rd Prize in the Structural Innovation Design Competition in NUAA, 2013.
¢ Excellent Student Scholarship in NUAA, received 4 times from 2012 to 2016.
¢ Good Student Awards in NUAA, received 4 times from 2012 to 2016.
Services
Benelux Interuniversity Association of Transport Researchers (BIVEC-GIBET), 2019-01-01, 2024-01-01
Important Publications
- Chenchen Xu, Kurt Fuellhart, Yiyang Luo, Quan Shao, Frank Witlox, Understanding passenger exit choices during airplane emergencies: Insights from hybrid choice modeling, Safety Science, 170, 106369, 10.1016/j.ssci.2023.106369, 2023-01-01
- Chenchen Xu, Yiyang Luo, Kurt Fuellhart, Quan Shao, Frank Witlox, Modeling exit choice behavior in airplane emergency evacuations, Journal of Air Transport Management, 112, 102450, 10.1016/j.jairtraman.2023.102450, 2023-01-01
- Chenchen Xu, Frank Witlox, Understanding total evacuation time perception in airplane emergency: A stated preference approach, Safety Science, 146, 105540, 10.1016/j.ssci.2021.105540, 2022-01-01
- Chenchen Xu, Kurt Fuellhart, Yiyang Luo, Frank Witlox, In search of safe egress: an analysis of air passenger decision-making during potential accidents, The 26th ATRS World Conference, 2023-07-01
- Chenchen Xu, Yiyang Luo, Frank Witlox, Investigating exit choice decisions in aircraft emergency evacuation, The 25th ATRS World Conference, 2022-07-03
Hobbies and Interests
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Badminton
- Table tennis
- Swimming
- Gardening
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Dutch
Elementary (A2)
French
Beginner (A1)
Quote
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
PhD Researcher
Ghent University
09.2019 - 12.2023
Volunteer Teacher
"Warm Village" Summer Volunteer Service
07.2017 - 08.2017
Volunteer Teacher
Summer Volunteer Service At Yanzao Primary School
07.2016 - 08.2016
Internship Student
AO Smith (China) Co., Ltd. Human Resources Departm
03.2016 - 05.2016
Internship Student
Shenzhen Baoan International Airport
08.2015 - 09.2015
Internship Student
Beijing Capital International Airport
07.2015 - 08.2015
Ph.D. of Social and Economic Geography - Passenger Behavior in Emergency Evacuations
Ghent University
M.S. - Transportation Management
Nanjing University of Aeronautics And Astronautics (NUAA)
B.S. - Airport operation and management
Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (NUAA)
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