Jing Zang
Education
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Ph.D. Industrial Engineering
Purdue University
During my Ph.D. studies at Purdue, I have had the opportunity to work on various industry-collaborative projects and professionals from different disciplines. These experiences have allowed me to bridge theory and practice, gaining valuable insights from both academic research and real-world applications.
M.S. Industrial and Systems Engineering
Virginia Tech
My master's degree enhanced my understanding of human factors principles and methodologies, equipping me with the knowledge to approach design challenges from a human-centered perspective. I am well-versed in utilizing user research methods to assess user needs through both qualitative and quantitative approaches.
M.S. Industrial and Systems Engineering
Virginia Tech
My master's degree enhanced my understanding of human factors principles and methodologies, equipping me with the knowledge to approach design challenges from a human-centered perspective. I am well-versed in utilizing user research methods to assess user needs through both qualitative and quantitative approaches.
Work Experience
Teaching Assistant
Purdue University
Facilitated execution of course IE 486 (Working Analysis And Design), including data analysis and visualization using Python, natural language processing (NLP) using Python, interface design using Figma, and experimental design through physiological sensors and survey.
summer intern
M.S. Industrial and Systems Engineering
Virginia Tech
My master's degree enhanced my understanding of human factors principles and methodologies, equipping me with the knowledge to approach design challenges from a human-centered perspective. I am well-versed in utilizing user research methods to assess user needs through both qualitative and quantitative approaches.
M.S. Industrial and Systems Engineering
Virginia Tech
My master's degree enhanced my understanding of human factors principles and methodologies, equipping me with the knowledge to approach design challenges from a human-centered perspective. I am well-versed in utilizing user research methods to assess user needs through both qualitative and quantitative approaches.
Peer-reviewed Journals
- [J1] Zang, J., & Jeon, M. (2025). When More is Less: Finding the Optimal Balance of Intelligent Agents' Transparency in Level 3 Automated Vehicles. International Journal of Human-Computer Studies
- [J2] Zhang, T., Yang, J., Chen, M., Li, Z., Zang, J., & Qu, X. (2024). EEG-based Assessment of Driver Trust in Automated Vehicles. Expert Systems with Applications, 123196.
- [J3] Zang, J., Yang, J., Zhang, T. (2025). Towards Reliable Real-time Trust Assessment in Automated Driving: Exploring Psychophysiological Measures and Their Combinations. (under review)
- [J4] Zang, J., & Jeon, M. (2022). The Effects of Transparency and Reliability of In-Vehicle Intelligent Agents on Driver Perception, Takeover Performance, Workload, and Situation Awareness in Conditionally Automated Vehicles. Multimodal Technologies and Interaction, 6(9), 82.
- [J5] Qing, T., Liu, Z., Zhang, L., Tang, Y., Hu, H., & Zang, J. (2021). Application of SPAR-H Method in Human Reliability Analysis of Digital Nuclear Power Plants. Nuclear Technology, 42(3), 126-132.
Conference Presentations
- [C1] Zang, J., Nasir, M., Kozak, K., Yu, D., & Pitts, B. J. (2025). Driving Beyond Just Safety: Investigating Multisensory Stimuli for Enhancing Driver Wellbeing. Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting
- [C2] Zang, J., Lim, C., Starke, C., Nasir, M., Kozak, K., Yu, D. & Pitts, B. Investigating the effects of binaural beats on driver's drowsiness. Lecture at the 68th Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting.
- [C3] Zang, J., Lee, M., Li, G. (2024). Challenges of Older Adults in Adopting Automated Vehicles: A Systematic Review. Lecture at the 68th Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting.
Professional Service
Conference Committee
- Session Chair, Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting 2024-2025
- Midwest Local Host, Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Regional Meeting 2024
Reviewer
- International ACM Conference on Automotive User Interface 2025
- Human Factors and Ergonomics Society International Annual Meeting 2022-2025
- Current Psychology 2024-2025
- Journal of Transport & Health 2023
- Scientific Reports 2024-2025
Leadership
- Lab Manager, NHanCE Lab, Purdue University
- President, Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES) Purdue Chapter 2023-present
- Treasurer, Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES) Virginia Tech Chapter 2023-2025
- Administrative Director, Student Union, Hunan Institute of Technology 2022-2023
- Student Director, Safety Association at Hunan Institute of Technology 2015-2016
Awards
- Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Student Member with Honors Award 2024
- Faculty Women of Color in the Academy Conference Scholarship, Blacksburg, Virginia 2022
- Best Thesis Award, Human Institute of Technology, China 2019
- National Inspirational Scholarship, China 2019
- Outstanding Student Scholarships, Hunan Institute of Technology, China 2016,2017,2018