About me
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CV Curriculum Vitae
Data Scientist with twenty-two years of teaching & research experience executing data driven decisions & solutions to increase efficiency & accuracy
Experienced at developing statistical models, using predictive data modeling & analyzing data algorithms to deliver insights & implement action-oriented solutions to complex problems
Proficient in developing R package/software for statistical analysis & machine learning
Looking to use my academic & professional qualification to manage statistical machine learning & data related solutions to achieve research & business goals
Work Experience
| Designation | Institute | Period |
|---|---|---|
| Postdoctoral Fellow | School of Mathematical & Statistical Sciences, Clemson University, Clemson, South Carolina, USA | 2024-03-01 to Present |
| Research Methodology & Monitoring & Evaluation Expert | Asian Development Bank - BISP, Pakistan | 2021-03-26 to 2024-02-29 |
| Assistant Professor (TTS) | University of Agriculture, Faisalabad | 2014-02-25 to 2021-03-25 |
| Lecturer | University of Agriculture, Faisalabad | 2003-10-25 to 2014-02-24 |
| Teaching Assistant | Dept. of Statistics, UNL, Lincoln-NE, USA | 2009-08-01 to 2012-05-11 |
| Statistician | UNMC, Lincoln-NE, USA | 2009-08-01 to 2012-05-11 |
| Lecturer | University of Agriculture, Faisalabad | 2002-12-23 to 2003-10-24 |
| Lecturer | G.C. University, Faisalabad | 2002-11-01 to 2002-12-21 |
Education & Qualifications
| Degree | Institute | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Philosophy (Statistics) | University of Nebraska, Lincoln-NE, USA | 2012 |
| Master of Philosophy (Statistics) | University of Agriculture, Faisalabad | 2005 |
| Master of Science (Statistics) | University of Agriculture, Faisalabad | 2001 |
| Bachelor of Science (Math-A, Math-B, Statistics) | University of the Punjab, Lahore | 1999 |
Research Interests
- Data Science
- Machine Learning
- R, Python, LaTeX, markdown, quarto & Reproducible Research
- Statistical Modeling & Computing
- Spatial & Temporal Modeling
- Generalized Linear Mixed Models
- Multivariate Techniques & Analysis
- Design & Analysis of Experiments
- Econometrics
Awards & Academic Distinctions
- Research Productivity Allowance (RPA-2012, Category G) by the Pakistan Council of Science & Technology, Islamabad, Pakistan
- Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan Approved PhD Supervisor
- PhD scholarship under the Faculty Development Program of University of Agriculture-Faisalabad
- Teaching Assistant (TA) at University of Nebraska-Lincoln USA during PhD studies
- Research Assistant (RA) at University of Nebraska-Lincoln USA during PhD studies
- First Position in MPhil (Statistics)
- Second Position in MSc (Statistics)
Software Skills
- Proficieng in
- R, Python, SciPy, Pandas, SciKit-Learn, matplotlib, Seaborn, SparkR, tensorflow, SQL, LATEX, markdown, quarto, git, SAS, SPSS, Eviews, Mathematica, Maxima
- Conducted forty-seven computer aided statistical workshops as a resource person
- On the training panel of National Institute of Banking & Finance (NIBAF), State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Karachi, Pakistan & National Institute of Managmnt (NIM), Lahore, Pakistan
Software/Packages Developed
R Packages/Software
agriTutorial
agriTutorial : Tutorial Analysis of Some Agricultural Experiments [Website]
bayesammi
bayesammi : Bayesian Estimation of the Additive Main Effects and Multiplicative Interaction Model [Website]
baystability
baystability : Bayesian Stability Analysis of Genotype by Environment Interaction (GEI) [Website]
DiallelAnalysisR
DiallelAnalysisR : Diallel Analysis with R [Website]
dmai
eda4treeR
eda4treeR : Experimental Design and Analysis for Tree Improvement [Website]
gvcR
PakPC2017
PakPC2023
PakPMICS2014Ch
PakPMICS2014Ch : Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) 2014 Child Questionnaire Data for Punjab, Pakistan [Website]
PakPMICS2014HH
PakPMICS2014HH : Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) 2014 Household Questionnaire Data for Punjab, Pakistan [Website]
PakPMICS2014HL
PakPMICS2014HL : Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) 2014 Household Listing Questionnaire Data for Punjab, Pakistan [Website]
PakPMICS2014Wm
PakPMICS2014Wm : Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) 2014 Women Questionnaire Data for Punjab, Pakistan [Website]
PakPMICS2018
PakPMICS2018 : Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) 2017-18 Data for Punjab, Pakistan [Website]
PakPMICS2018bh
PakPMICS2018bh : Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) 2017-18 Birth History of Children Questionnaire Data for Punjab, Pakistan [Website]
PakPMICS2018fs
PakPMICS2018fs : Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) 2017-18 Children Age 5-17 Questionnaire Data for Punjab, Pakistan [Website]
PakPMICS2018hh
PakPMICS2018hh : Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) 2017-18 Household Questionnaire Data for Punjab, Pakistan [Website]
PakPMICS2018mm
PakPMICS2018mm : Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) 2017-18 Maternal Mortality Questionnaire Data for Punjab, Pakistan [Website]
PakPMICS2018mn
PakPMICS2018mn : Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) 2017-18 Men Questionnaire Data for Punjab, Pakistan [Website]
ppcSpatial
ppcSpatial : Spatial Analysis of Pakistan Population Census [Website]
PSLM2015
PSLM2015 : Pakistan Social and Living Standards Measurement Survey 2014-15 [Website]
qccrs
qccrs : Quality Control Charts under Repetitive Sampling [Website]
rgsp
rgsp : Repetitive Group Sampling Plan Based on Cpk [Website]
stability
stability : Stability Analysis of Genotype by Environment Interaction (GEI) [Website]
StroupGLMM
StroupGLMM : R Codes and Datasets for Generalized Linear Mixed Models: Modern Concepts, Methods and Applications by Walter W. Stroup [github]
SupMZ
SupMZ : Detecting Structural Change with Heteroskedasticity [Website]
VetResearchLMM
VetResearchLMM : Linear Mixed Models: An Introduction with Applications in Veterinary Research [Website]
LaTeX Packages/Software
UAFSynopsis
UAFSynopsis : LaTeX class for the Synopsis of the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad-Pakistan [github]
UAFThesis
UAFThesis : LaTeX class for the Thesis of the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad-Pakistan [github]
PakJAS
PakJAS : LaTeX class for Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Sciences [github]