Research Analyst
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ALI SEHPAR SHIKOH
adyafw@r.postjobfree.com 236-***-****
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PROFILE
I am a motivated, team-oriented Ph.D. graduate with a technical background. I have over 9 years of international experience in research and development and thus possess a well-rounded data analysis, programming, and collaboration-based skillset.
I am passionate about data-oriented projects and am always eager to learn and understand what the data can tell, allowing me to uncover insights, make business/scientific recommendations and deliver out-of-the-box solutions to the problem at hand. I am pursuing a role where I can apply my drive, academic aptitude, and excellent written and verbal communication skills to contribute to the success of your company.
KNOWLEDGE
SKILLS: Data Collection, Cleaning and Analysis, Statistical Techniques, Report Writing, Research and Development, Business Analysis, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Collaboration, TOOLS: MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), Tableau, Python, SQL, Survey Monkey, Microsoft Teams
EXPERIENCE
Research Analyst Qatalyst Research Group Inc.
JAN 2023 - PRESENT, VANCOUVER, CANADA
● Actively contributed to 9 government and non-government funded projects, focusing on market research, business / policy analysis, and management consulting at one of Canada’s leading firms.
● Programmed surveys, cleaned qualitative and quantitative data coming from diverse sources, and performed in-depth analyses.
● Generated comprehensive reports, highlighting key findings that informed critical decision- making processes.
Postdoctoral Researcher Hanyang University (Work Experience Letter) JAN 2021 - DEC 2021, ANSAN-SI, SOUTH KOREA
● Published articles in high-impact factor journals such as ‘Nanotechnology’ by working on various projects related to machine learning, quantum dots, Infrared light, and gas sensors.
● Attended various research meetings and conferences, and published key results in well-reputed journals, as well as assisted various Ph.D. students with their scientific projects. Postdoctoral Researcher / Young Scientist NUST-MISiS (Work Experience Letter) JAN 2019 - DEC 2020, MOSCOW, RUSSIA
● Won the open international grant competition to work at a Nobel Prize-winning university and conduct joint research in collaboration with other leading universities.
● Reported and presented gathered results in various reputable journals and conferences. Research Assistant Qatar University (Work Experience Letter) SEP 2013 - MAY 2017, DOHA, QATAR
● Performed analysis and modeling of solar cell data, developed polished visualizations, and presented gathered results at various national and international conferences like ARC 2014, SASEC-2015, and EU PVSEC 2016.
● Planned, modified, and executed research techniques and procedures, alongside leveraging interpersonal and communication skills to mentor various internship, graduate, and undergraduate students.
EDUCATION
Diploma, Data Science BrainStation
JAN 2022 – APR 2022, TORONTO, ON
● Received ~ 80% marks.
Ph.D., Electrical Engineering Qatar University
SEP 2013 - MAR 2018, DOHA, QATAR WORLD UNIVERSITY RANK: 173
● Received the ‘Outstanding Thesis Award’ owing to the innovative research work carried out during my Ph.D. (Link).
M.Sc., Renewable Energy Systems and Technology Loughborough University SEP 2011 - DEC 2012, LOUGHBOROUGH, UNITED KINGDOM WORLD UNIVERSITY RANK: 212
● Received Distinction Award (Link).
B.Sc., Electrical Engineering University of Engineering and Technology SEP 2006 - NOV 2010, LAHORE, PAKISTAN WORLD UNIVERSITY RANK: 791 - 800
● Received Distinction Award for the 7th Semester (Link). NOTABLE PROJECTS
BC Provincial Nomination Program – Entrepreneur Immigration Stream, 2023: Worked alongside the BC government to optimize the BC PNP Entrepreneur Immigration (EI) Stream. Analyzed qualitative and quantitative data originating from various sources for both Regional Pilot and Base EI variants. Evaluated the program in terms of its overall performance, relevance, design and delivery and at the end proposed recommendations for the program’s future delivery. Quit Smoking with Your Manitoba Pharmacist, 2023:
Evaluated Manitoba’s “Quit Smoking with Your Manitoba Pharmacist” program aimed to support individuals who wish to quit smoking by means of smoking cessation services. Carried out detailed qualitative and quantitative data analysis and provided evidence-informed recommendations. Vancouver Economic Commission Tech Bootcamp, 2023: Evaluated the outcomes of a newly developed Tech Bootcamp aimed at new immigrants in helping them adapt and upgrade their soft skills to succeed in the Canadian tech sector. Programmed surveys intended for the Bootcamp employees and participants, analyzed data and the reported outcomes. Other Projects: 1) Evaluation of Indigenous Business Development Services 2023, 2) go2HR BC Tourism and Hospitality Employment Tracker 2023 (Link), 3) Investigation of various factors influencing global crop yield using Python Programming Language 2022 (Link), 4) Interactive Resume in Tableau Visualization Software 2022 (Link), 5) BCBC Economic Tableau Dashboard 2023 (Link)
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