Emily Eisenhauer

About Emily Eisenhauer

Senior researcher with 20 years of experience in applied research collaborations with local governments and community based organizations. Specialist in coastal climate adaptation, resilience, and community development with experience working with urban and rural communities.

Experience

1. Social Scientist

   Us Environmental Protection Agency Epa

   Aug 2017 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   Community engaged research specialist on climate resilience and environmental justice. I use mixed-methods research and evaluation (focus groups, surveys, interviews) and Human Centered Design methods to develop tools and resources for community resilience and capacity building. Conducted internal evaluations and led efforts to advanced institutional use of social science and community engaged research. Co-led 5th National Climate Assessment chapter on Social Systems and Justice.

Education

• Florida International University

  M.A.

  2004 — 2006

• Stetson University

  B.A.

  1995 — 1999

• Florida International University

  Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

  2009 — 2014

Skills

• Nonprofit Organizations
• International Development
• Event Planning
• Program Evaluation
• International Relations
• Research
• Community Outreach
• Nonprofits
• Qualitative Research
• Non-Profits
• Public Speaking
• Program Development
• Teaching
• Public Policy
• Program Management
• Strategic Planning
• Spanish
• Grant Writing
• Fundraising
• Volunteer Management
• Project Management
• Policy Analysis
• Grants