Yang Cheng

Yang Cheng is an Adjunct Professor of Statistics at the George Washington University (2014–Present) within the Columbian College of Arts & Sciences. He holds a Bachelor's in Applied Mathematics from East China Normal University, a Master's in Applied Statistics from American University, and a Doctorate in Mathematical Statistics from the University of Maryland, College Park.

Professionally, he serves as a Senior Research Mathematical Statistician at the National Agricultural Statistics Service (2020–Present). Previously, he held roles including Senior Mathematical Statistician at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (2019–2020), and at the U.S. Census Bureau (2007–2019), where he led major surveys like the Current Population Survey, American Time Use Survey, and Housing Vacancy Survey. Earlier roles include Lead Statistician at the U.S. Postal Service Office Inspector General (2005–2007).

His research focuses on sampling techniques, statistical modeling, survey methodology, small area estimation, and labor force statistics. Though no awards or grants are explicitly listed, his extensive professional contributions highlight expertise in governmental statistical systems and survey design.