Eschita Zaman
Job Title: Teaching Faculty at Utah Valley University in the Department of Computer Science
Graduated with a PhD in 2024
Eshita Zaman graduated in 2024 with her Ph.D. in Computer Science from Iowa State University. Her area of research is probabilistic model checking – which is a formal verification technique used to ensure systems behave reliably under uncertainty.
“I find this field fascinating because so many modern systems, like autonomous vehicles, information-flow security policies, cybersecurity protocols, rely on probabilistic behaviors,” explained Zaman. “By using probabilistic model checking, we can mathematically verify that such systems meet certain performance or reliability standards ensuring safety and effectiveness. The ability to contribute to enhancing the trustworthiness of critical systems makes this research area both exciting and impactful.”
Currently, Zaman works as a teaching faculty at Utah Valley University in the Department of Computer Science. She credits Iowa State University for her career readiness.
“The challenging academic program gave me a solid foundation in computer science concepts, while the research opportunities sharpened my problem-solving and analytical abilities. Additionally, working as a graduate instructor provided valuable teaching experience, enabling me to effectively manage and engage with large groups of students. Beyond technical expertise, ISU also helped me build essential soft skills like communication, leadership, and teamwork, which are crucial for thriving in any professional environment.”
Besides excellent career preparation, she found that Iowa State had a lot of other positive things to offer as well – noting the beautiful campus in the early summer and fall, the strong sense of community, and the friendships she formed with students both within and outside the department.
“I chose Iowa State University because of its strong reputation in research and innovation within the field of computer science. The faculty members are renowned for their expertise, and the collaborative environment of the university allowed me to work with brilliant minds in the research community. The resources and facilities available to students for conducting research are exceptional at ISU.”
She added, “Iowa State truly became my home away from home, and it was the incredible people who made my time there so special.”