Jin Wang

For Jin Wang, data isn’t just about storage and access. It’s about making information more useful, intelligent and accessible through better systems and smarter tools.

As a new assistant professor of computer science and engineering in the School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence, part of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University, Wang brings expertise at the intersection of database systems, data integration and natural language processing. His work aims to reduce the manual burden of data preparation while expanding what’s possible with data-driven technologies.

Wang first became interested in computer science in high school.

“I was fascinated by the ‘magic’ of computer programs,” he says.

That early curiosity led him to pursue the field as an undergraduate and, eventually, as a career. Wang earned his doctoral degree in computer science from the University of California, Los Angeles, in 2020, under the supervision of Carlo Zaniolo. He went on to work as a research scientist at Megagon Labs, where his work contributed to real-world applications in human resource technologies.

From foundational challenges like data discovery and integration to emerging interdisciplinary applications across engineering domains, Wang’s future lab at ASU will explore how database techniques and large language models can support a wide range of data science tasks.

“I am deeply impressed by the big progress and great achievements from the School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence in recent years,” Wang says. “Plus, ASU has a good track record in database research, and all faculty in that field are very successful.”

In spring 2026 and beyond, Wang plans to offer database-related courses at both introductory and advanced levels. He has already welcomed one incoming doctoral student to his research lab and hopes to recruit another in the coming year. He seeks students who are not only technically strong but also motivated, collaborative and eager to solve real-world problems.

As a mentor, Wang offers hands-on support early in the doctoral journey and guidance in developing independent research skills over time. He also hopes to connect his students with opportunities in industry.

Outside of academia, Wang enjoys hiking, playing board games and listening to classical music. A lifelong fan of Chinese culture and history, he also writes traditional Chinese poetry in his spare time.

Meet the newest faculty members of the Fulton Schools of Engineering here.

Written by Kelly deVos