Summary
Raïssa Philibert is a seasoned water quality scientist with a PhD in marine biogeochemistry and a decade of experience turning environmental data into policy-relevant insights. Based in Vancouver, she leads data-driven water quality work at Ecofish Research Ltd, building on roles that bridged clients, labs, and software developers to automate environmental reporting and improve data management. Her career spans Ocean Wise and Hatfield Consultants, where she specialized in reproducible data analysis, statistical reporting for Environmental Effects Monitoring programs, and the design of user-friendly data tools for decision-makers. Earlier field and project work in Africa and coastal environments highlights her hands-on experience with water and sediment quality and pollutant monitoring planning. An avid user of R and Python, she combines analytical depth with the ability to translate complex science into practical, auditable solutions that support science-policy integration.
10 years of coding experience
2 years of employment as a software developer
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Oceanography Chemical and Physical, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Oceanography Chemical and Physical at University of Cape Town
English, French, mauritian creole