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Machine Learning Gis Analyst

Location:
Fargo, ND
Posted:
April 25, 2025

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Aliasghar Bazrafkan

GIS, Remote Sensing, and Machine Learning Specialist

Profile

Innovative researcher and GIS analyst

with over 10 years of industrial and aca-

demic experience in remote sensing, GIS,

and Python scripting. Expertise in geo-

processing, spatial analysis, and auto-

mated workflows. Skilled in develop-

ing geospatial tools and methodologies

in ArcGIS Pro for hydrology, precision

agriculture, and hyperspectral imagery.

Proven ability to create scalable solu-

tions for environmental challenges and

enhance decision-making through data-

driven insights. Published author and

experienced presenter with a strong com-

mitment to innovation and collaboration.

Details

Phone: +1(701)729–9088

Email: *********.*********@****.***

Key Skills

Technical Expertise

– Geoprocessing: Tool Development, Data Packaging, Python Scripting

– GIS: ArcGIS Pro,ArcGIS Online, QGIS

– Remote Sensing: Satellite & UAS, Image Analysis

– Machine Learning: Random Forest, XGBoost, ANN

– Climate Data Integration: Google Earth Engine

– Aerial Imagery Processing: LiDAR and Hyperspectral Data Processing

Software & Tools

– Programming: Python, R, Java script, HTML

– GIS Tools: ArcGIS, QGIS

– Remote Sensing Tools: ENVI, GDAL,

– Machine Learning Frameworks: TensorFlow, Keras, Py- torch

– Hardware: Drone Piloting (Licensed FAA Part 107) Employment History

Remote Sensing Researcher

North Dakota State University

June 2022 – Present

– Developed Python-based geoprocessing tools in ArcGIS Pro for hydrological modeling and precision agriculture, improving data analysis efficiency.

– Integrated UAS imagery with satellite data to enhance plant breeding programs, reducing processing time by 50%

– Conducted geoprocessing and feature extraction from hyperspectral imagery to support agricultural and environmental management.

– Led the development of automated decision-making for big datasets, cutting decision time in half.

– Reduced weed detection processing time to 10 minutes for a 16-acre corn field. GIS Specialist - Internship

North Dakota State University—– Statewide Irrigation Feasibility Study May 2024 – Present

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– Created soil irrigability maps using geoprocessing tools, identifying over 17 million acres for potential irrigation projects.

– Automated data packaging workflows in ArcGIS Pro, increasing the accuracy of land suitability as- sessments.

GIS and Remote Sensing Specialist

Fars Province Agricultural Organization

January 2014 – June 2022

– Developed an agricultural atlas using Landsat and Sentinel-2 imagery, improving crop estimation accuracy by 30%.

– Designed soil salinity maps using Landsat and Sentinel-2 imagery with 89% accuracy.

– Conducted satellite image analysis for crop yield prediction and erosion monitoring. Watershed Manager

Fars Province Natural Resources Organization

January 2012 – December 2014

– Designed and implemented spatial workflows for hydrological modeling, achieving an 89% accuracy in forest risk zoning.

– Automated data extraction and conversion workflows for watershed management projects, enhancing project delivery efficiency.

Education

Ph.D. in Natural Resources Sciences

North Dakota State University

June 2022 – April 2025

M.S. in Natural Resources Engineering

Yazd University

January 2010 – January 2012

B.Sc.in Natural Resources Management

Gonbadkawoos University

January 2008 – January 2010

A.S.in Natural Resources Management

Ferdowsi University of Mashhad

January 2006 – January 2008

Professional Certifications

– Licensed Drone Pilot (FAA Certified)

– Advanced Python Programming for Geospatial Applications Portfolio Link

My Work Portfolio

Professional Profiles

GitHub

LinkedIn

Google Scholar

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