DAVID MICHAEL FOX

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PROFILE SUMMARY

Self-motivated and flexible mathematician, on course to complete an industry orientated PhD in the

Computer Science department. Has achieved a BSc in Mathematics with First Class Honours together

with some invaluable work experience in accountancy and business. Confident interpersonal and

communications skills and is able to build and maintain excellent working relationships with students,

colleagues and employees at all levels. Organised planner and team player experienced in volunteering

for a variety of organisations and working across cultures. Effective listener e xperienced in following

instructions, prioritising workloads and delivering work to schedules. Experienced in computer

programming in the R language, devising MS Excel spreadsheets, producing MS Word documentation

and creating MS PowerPoint presentations.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

2010-Sept. 2013 (expected completion date) PhD in Computer Science University of Manchester

2007-2010 BSc in Mathematics – First Class Honours University of Manchester

2004-2006 Three ‘A’ Levels in Maths, Physics and Further Maths

Plus an 'AS' level in Chemistry King David High School

2001-2004 Ten GCSE Levels (all at A/A* Grade) King David High School

University of Manchester, 2010-2013(September), PhD Student

Currently on course to complete a PhD in Machine Learning and Optimisation. The research is

within the retail petroleum industry and aims to develop the mathematical techniques behind dynamic

demand modelling and pricing decision support systems.

In summary, investigated algorithms to help improve the optimisation of retail vehicle fuel pricing.

Involved developing mathematical techniques used to forecast daily sales, to forecast competitor

prices and for overall price optimisation. Developed detailed knowledge and understanding in these

areas whilst refining analytical skills. Composing academic documents also advanced written

communication skills.

Implementation and testing of new methodologies primarily completed in the programming language

and software environment R. Grounding was also attained in the relational database management

system Microsoft SQL Server. These show ability in both computer programming and data analysis.

Research completed in conjunction with KSS Fuels, a global leader in fuels pricing. Applying this

research to an actual business problem and testing the solution on real commercial data broadened

understanding into how theoretical solutions are implemented in an industrial setting. Presenting

methodologies to people who are business focused rather than research focused was a skill

continually honed, with the constant input received strengthening both personal and professional

development.

University of Manchester, 2007-2010, Undergraduate Student

Successfully completed a three-year degree course in Mathematics. Demonstrated the commitment

and dedication required to combine higher education studies with social activities. Utilised skills

acquired from gap year abroad to confidently manage time, organise, plan and establis h a routine and

structure.

Completed a diverse array of modules including the Fundamentals of Finance, Business Economics,

Real and Complex Analysis, Probability, Statistics and Mathematical Modeling in Finance as well as

many others.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

AJP Chartered Accountants, September 2009, Manchester, Work Experience

A two-week voluntary placement working for a local firm. Expanded knowledge working at an

individual level on bookkeeping and tax returns. Recognised the need for accuracy and attention to

detail utilising skills in MS Excel working on spreadsheets. Produced formulas for p rofit and loss,

expenditure, sales, capital loss and depreciation.

Brooklyn Trading Limited, July 2008, Manchester, Work Experience

Broadened business experience with a one-month paid placement working for a new online retailer

business. Gained awareness of working in a large warehouse environment and understanding the

shop floor operations. Learnt skills in stock control, picking products from the line and delivery.

Given the task to advertise new products for sale. Photographed the items, utilised IT skills to upload

information using relevant in-house software to E-Bay and merged this with MS Word based

documented reports.

Cole Associates Corporate Finance Accountants, Manchester, June 2008, Work Experience

Introduced to accountancy through the acquisition of a one-month voluntary placement opportunity.

Gained invaluable commercial experience in mergers and acquisitions cases and the business world

of finance. Enjoyed the variety of the work, the drive and motivation of the employees.

Learnt to listen and follow instructions whilst demonstrating accuracy and attention to detail

researching the background on companies. Offered the chance to sit in on meetings with business

clients and customers. Developed communications skills cold-calling customers to acquire the names

of financial directors in the pursuit of new business.

A J Lee Associates Dental Surgery, Manchester, July 2004, Work Experience

Gained useful insight into the business operation of a small dental surgery. Spent one week

observing, listening, asking questions and finding out about the administration in running a business.

Developed interpersonal skills communicating with staff and patients. Benefited from the experience,

recognising that dentistry would not be the chosen vocation.

LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGTS

Delamere School for Children With Special Needs, Chester, 2007-2008, Volunteer

Established regular voluntary weekend visits to Delamere School in Delamere Forest whilst studying

at University. Committed to the organisation, enabling full-time carers to have invaluable time-out

from their daily roles. Acquired an important first-hand experience of working with autism and

special needs. Able to build connections, engage and establish rapport with the young people and

staff at all levels.

Youth Summer and Winter Camps, UK, 2007-2008, Volunteer Leader

Volunteered to work for an organisation providing summer and winter camps for up to 150 children

indoors and under canvas. Took on the leadership responsibility for pr oviding educational,

geographical and historical sessions. Recognised the importance of providing a balanced

environment between discussion based learning and fun based activities.

Deployed a wide variety of skills from communication through talking to the children, to health and

safety awareness, organisation, preparation and planning of the activities whilst advocating support to

each other, kindness and the importance of moral integrity.

Gap Year Spent Abroad, 2006-2007, Student

Spent ten months studying and integrating with the community on a gap year abroad. Based at an

educational college in Jerusalem, acquired invaluable historical, cultural and theological knowledge.

Enhanced interpersonal and communications skills living out of own comfort zone within different

cultures and languages. Adjusted to new routines becoming more independent and open. Became

more organised learning from own mistakes and established a balance between studies and social

activities.

Enjoyed the positive, rewarding experience of acquiring a real sense of community which was further

enhanced by spending time preparing food packages in a soup kitchen. Was also able to develop as a

person outside everyday environment. Strengthened communications skills by becoming more

confident conversing and negotiating with people.

PERSONAL DETAILS

Enjoys football, going to the cinema and theatre, playing chess (former captain of school chess team) and

playing golf.

Language skills in Ivrit (Modern Hebrew basics).

REFERENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

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