Mrs. Ionela Goia, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, Romania
Ionela Goia is a Romanian engineering professional and academic with expertise in naval and port engineering, logistics, and maritime operations. She is currently a PhD candidate at the Polytechnic University of Bucharest, researching the optimization of dry bulk cargo operations. With a strong educational background, including a Master’s degree in Logistic Systems Management and a Bachelor’s degree in Naval and Port Engineering and Management from Mircea cel Bătrân Naval Academy, she has built a diverse career in the maritime industry. Ionela has held key roles such as Ship Repair Marketing Engineer at Constanța Shipyard, Junior Crewing Manager at Navicrew Maritime, and is currently working as an Administration Coordinator at ROMCIM S.A. – A CRH Company. Additionally, she shares her knowledge as a Teaching Assistant at Mircea cel Bătrân Naval Academy, contributing to the education of future maritime professionals.
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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award
Ionela Goia is a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given her strong academic background, impactful research, and extensive industry experience. As a PhD candidate in Engineering Sciences (Transportation), her research focuses on optimizing dry bulk cargo operations, a critical area in logistics and maritime studies. Her publications on freight forwarding, cargo transshipment, and renewable energy solutions demonstrate innovative contributions to the field. Additionally, her teaching role and professional experience in maritime operations strengthen the practical relevance of her work. With a solid blend of theoretical expertise and real-world application, she is a strong contender for this prestigious award.
📚 Education
🎓 PhD Candidate in Engineering Sciences (Transportation)
📍 Polytechnic University of Bucharest, Romania (2020 – Present)
📝 PhD Thesis: “Optimizing the Operating Processes of Dry Bulk Cargo”
🎓 Master’s Degree in Logistic Systems Management
📍 Mircea cel Bătrân Naval Academy, Romania (2018 – 2020)
📝 Master’s Thesis: “Modeling Supply Processes at Port Operators”
👨🏫 Scientific Coordinator: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Cătălin Popa
🎓 Bachelor’s Degree in Naval and Port Engineering and Management
📍 Mircea cel Bătrân Naval Academy, Romania (2014 – 2018)
📝 Bachelor’s Thesis: “The Use of LCA Method in Freight Shipping”
👨🏫 Scientific Coordinator: Prof. Dr. Eng. Nicolae Florin
💼 Work Experience
📌 Administration Coordinator (Starting August 2024)
🏢 ROMCIM S.A. – A CRH Company, Medgidia, Romania
📌 Teaching Assistant (Naval and Port Engineering and Management) (2021 – Present)
🏢 Mircea cel Bătrân Naval Academy, Constanța, Romania
📌 Junior Crewing Manager (Sep 2023 – Feb 2024)
🏢 Navicrew Maritime, Constanța, Romania
📌 Ship Repair Marketing Engineer (Aug 2021 – Sep 2023)
🏢 Constanța Shipyard, Romania
📌 Maritime Agent (Sep 2019 – Aug 2021)
🏢 Agro SMB Company International, Constanța, Romania
📌 Crew Operator (Mar 2018 – Aug 2019)
🏢 Epsilon Danube, Constanța, Romania
🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors
⭐ PhD Research in Cargo Optimization – Contributing to advancements in transportation engineering.
⭐ Teaching & Mentoring – Educating future maritime professionals at Mircea cel Bătrân Naval Academy.
⭐ Industry Experience – Extensive hands-on expertise in ship repair, crew management, and maritime logistics.
Publication Top Notes:
The analysis of freight forwarding services using the business process modelling tools
The modelling of cargo transshipment operations using the business process modelling tools
Multimodal Livestock Operations Analysis Using Business Process Modeling: A Case Study of Romanian Black Sea Ports
Maximizing Solar Power Potential: A Study Case of Solar Radiation and Panel Positioning in South-Eastern Region of Romania
Stability of the Ship Using Intact Stability Criteria and Empirical Formulas