Scotty Strachan

Scotty Strachan, Ph.D., serves as the Principal Research Engineer for the Nevada System of Higher Education since February 2022, focusing on statewide data networks and cyberinfrastructure development. Previously, Scotty held various roles at the University of Nevada, Reno, including Director of Cyberinfrastructure, where responsibilities encompassed strategic planning and managing high-performance computing services, as well as contributing to research funding proposals and technology R&D. With a background in environmental research, project logistics, and geographic information systems, Scotty's extensive experience spans over two decades, culminating in a Ph.D. in Geography from the University of Nevada, Reno, earned in 2016.