Machine Learning Data Analytics

Farzan Umrigar *************@*****.*** · 832-***-****

Results-driven data science professional with a Master’s in Public Health from Walden University and a certification in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Analytics from the University of Texas at Austin. Proficient in Exploratory Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, and Data Visualization using Python and SPSS. Experienced in developing models for turbine failure prediction, visa approvals, loan acquisition, and restaurant demand analysis. Skilled at translating complex datasets into actionable insights that drive efficiency, support informed decision-making, and improve business outcomes.

Specialized Experience · Fort Bend Health and Human Services Rosenberg, Texas · Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

Analyzed resources from other health departments to help establish a new Mosquito Control Department within Fort Bend County.

Researched and presented best practices for Rapid Analyte Measurement Platform (RAMP) testing for West Nile Virus detection.

Tested and assessed hundreds of mosquito species for West Nile Virus, contributing to local vector-borne disease management. Participated in testing and data collection processes at multiple Mosquito Control Departments in Fort Bend County.

Delivered presentations on key findings and recommended essential equipment for effective West Nile Virus testing. Developed and documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for West Nile Virus testing using the RAMP technique. Created and implemented an optimized RAMP testing procedure, reducing testing times by 10 minutes.

Drafted the official Scope of Work for Mosquito Control Software,

"Frontier," to enhance program operations.

Designed and integrated a Visio flowchart for the Frontier software, streamlining mosquito surveillance, pesticide application, and record-keeping processes.

Personal Caregiving Attendant ·

Houston, Texas · Dec 2023 - Aug 2024

Provided compassionate care and support for an end-of-life patient, assisting with activities of daily living (ADL). Offered emotional support to both patient and family members during critical times.

Coordinated administrative tasks to facilitate care planning between family and hospice team.

Wellness Monitor · Fort Bend ISD

Richmond, Texas · Aug 2020 - Jun 2021

Conducted health screenings for students and staff, utilizing the COVID-19 Symptom Checker and temperature checks to ensure campus safety.

Enforced CDC and TEA guidelines for students arriving at school, ensuring adherence to health protocols.

Maintained a clean and safe learning environment by implementing proper cleaning and sanitization procedures in compliance with health regulations.

Intern · Moonflower Farms

Houston, Texas · Aug 2019 - Nov 2019

Led a team of 5 during the successful transition to a larger hydroponic farm, ensuring seamless operations and effective collaboration.

Hard Skills

Artificial Intelligence

Machine Learning

Data Visualization

Python

Data Analytics

Data Wrangling and Cleaning

SPSS

Exploratory Data Analysis

Predictive Modeling

Soft Skills

Team Collaboration

Cultural Competence

Empathy

Business Acumen

Adaptability

Public Speaking

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning,

and Data Analytics Certificate

University of Texas at Austin · 2025 - 2025

Professional Summary

Professional Experience Skills

Certificates

Implemented contamination-prevention and environmental control procedures, reducing the risk of fungus growth and improving crop reliability.

Monitored and optimized plant health metrics (pH levels, growth solutions, fungicides) to sustain high-quality yield. Seeded, harvested, and packaged microgreens with efficiency, supporting continuous production and meeting customer demand. Minimized waste and water usage by 20% through compliance with EPA regulations and adoption of sustainable best practices. Developed and maintained a seed inventory system tracking lot numbers, distributor data, and weights, improving supply accuracy. Strengthened team communication and workflows, contributing to a 15% increase in meeting annual production goals.

Sales Associate · Kohl’s Department Store

Richmond, Texas · Aug 2016 - Jan 2017

Delivered exceptional customer service by efficiently processing transactions and maintaining a positive demeanor.

Provided product knowledge and personalized recommendations to enhance customer satisfaction and drive sales.

Optimized inventory management by improving back-stock organization and introducing a real-time tracking system, resulting in a 40% increase in restocking efficiency.

ReneWind – Predictive Maintenance for Wind Turbines

· Jun 2025 - Aug 2025

Developed classification models using turbine sensor data to predict generator failures, increasing system reliability and reducing downtime.

Prioritized minimizing false negatives to ensure proactive maintenance scheduling.

Generated actionable maintenance insights that improved operational efficiency and reduced energy production costs. EasyVisa – Visa Approval Prediction System

· Apr 2025 - Jun 2025

Analyzed and transformed visa applicant datasets to identify key factors influencing approval outcomes.

Designed and optimized ensemble models (Bagging, Boosting, Stacking) through hyperparameter tuning, achieving improved predictive accuracy.

Recommended applicant profiling strategies to support faster, fairer, and evidence-based decision-making.

FoodHub – Restaurant Demand & Cuisine Preference Insights

· Jan 2025 - Mar 2025

Utilized Python-based EDA (NumPy, Pandas, Seaborn) to analyze demand across restaurants and cuisine types.

Identified consumption patterns and high-demand clusters through univariate and bivariate analyses.

Proposed business strategies to enhance customer engagement and optimize FoodHub’s service offerings.

Accessibility to Physical Areas Project

- Houston, Texas · Jan 2019 - May 2019

Research project under the mentorship of Dr. Ken Ripperger-Suhler to understand the correlation between accessibility to parks, gyms, Projects

and physical fitness areas and the amount of time college undergrad students exercised.

Created a research-based questionnaire survey for the Accessibility to Physical Areas Project for university undergrads. Collected data around campus and used SPSS to run statistical tests on the collected data.

Sidewalk Walkability Assessment Project

Houston, Texas · Aug 2019 - Dec 2019

Assessed and examined sidewalks near the north side of Houston for safety and walking ability to see if they meet the city of Houston Sidewalk Regulations.

Used GIS and Google Earth to map sidewalk segments and troubled sidewalks.

Presented assessment in a research paper and poster presentation to fellow students and members of the Moody Park community. Public Health · Master of Public Health

Walden University

Aug 2021 - Dec 2023 ·

Health · Bachelor of Science in Health

University of Houston

Aug 2014 - May 2020 ·

Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Analytics · Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Analytics Certificate

University of Texas at Austin

Jan 2025 - Nov 2025 ·

Education

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