Portrait of Echo Zhao

Echo Zhao

data science · research · accessibility

I am a Master's student in Data Science at Monash University Malaysia, working at the intersection of data, design, and human systems. My focus is research and writing that turn complex information into clearer decisions — particularly around technology, work, and inclusion.

My perspective is also shaped by being a late-deafened person living with a rare genetic condition (NF2). I am drawn to work that closes the gap between what disabled people actually need and what existing systems assume.

  • M.S. Data ScienceMonash University, 2025–2027
  • B.S. StatisticsHuaqiao University, 2016–2021
  • Apple, ShenzhenOperations, business, accessibility initiatives — 2021–2024
  • Writing & long-form research
  • Data analysis
  • Design
  • Monash University MalaysiaOpen to remote & APAC roles
Python·R·SQL·Tableau·D3·Jupyter·R Shiny
Figma·Affinity Publisher·Miro·Canva

Selected certifications

Full list available on CV.

What I work on