Data Analyst

SAMANTHA L. CAO

***** * *********** ***, *** **** Lakewood, CO 80226

404-***-**** **********@*****.***

EDUCATION

University of Georgia

B.S. in Statistics 2015

WORK EXPERIENCE

SPH Analytics February 2017 - Current

Data Analyst Duluth, GA

Utilize descriptive and inferential statistics to provide a comprehensive review of healthcare survey results sum- marizing key areas in need of process improvement as well as areas of strength.

Develop syntax within SPSS and Wincross software for data analysis.

Work extensively within Microsoft Excel and Word to generate client report templates and spreadsheets as well as graphs, pivot tables, and any additional deliverables.

Write SQL queries for data le import to the department’s regulatory database.

Research advanced analytical methods within R, speci cally text mining, to be implemented on future reports.

Perform rigorous audits on reports prior to delivery to ensure accurate and quality results.

Maintain regular correspondence with project managers throughout project timelines. Utage Athens Sushi Bar October 2015 - February 2017 Server/Hostess Athens,GA

Server and hostess at a large-volume Japanese sushi restaurant. Responsibilities include training new employees and

oor sta on quality service, proper food safety practices, and general restaurant procedures. State Farm Internship Program May 2015 - May 2016

Research Intern Athens, GA

Paid research intern in the Strategic Resources department within State Farm Insurance.

Utilized SAS analytical software to research e ectiveness of a new model validation method called target shu ing and to develop a macro automating interaction detection within large datasets.

Final project involved developing a logistic regression model projecting high-risk auto-loan accounts based on data provided by a third party credit company in SAS.

Presented research ndings to statisticians within the company upon completion of each project. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

2015 UGA CURO Symposium Department of Statistics

A New Analysis Strategy for Complex Aliased Designs Showcased research group’s ndings in a poster presentation at the UGA Center for Undergraduate Research Opportunities 2015 Symposium.

PUBLICATIONS AND TECHNICAL STRENGTHS

Y. Shen, J. Miao, C. Li, S. Cao, M. Zhang, J. Yan, Y. Kuang. A meta-analysis of the fusion rate from surgical treatment for odontoid fractures: anterior odontoid screw versus posterior C1-C2 arthrodesis. Eur Spine J, 2015. Computer Languages R, SPSS, SAS, Wincross, SQL, RStudio, Java Tools Microsoft O ce (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), LaTeX

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