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Abdul-Razak Bawa Yussif
Quantitative Research Analyst
Winnipeg,M.B.
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with a proven track record of excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Recognized for reliability and adaptability, with a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. A dedicated individual who thrives in dynamic environments and is motivated by challenges, consistently delivering results that exceed expectations.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
9
9
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
Statistical Assistant
Manitoba Research Data Centre, Statistics Canada / Government of Canada
Winnipeg, Manitoba
8 2024 - Current
- Upholding the integrity and security of confidential data and Statistics Canada equipment
- Preparing and reviewing contracts (and contract amendments) for research projects accessing confidential data
- Assisting in deeming researchers as approved-personnel to access the RDC and Statistics Canada's confidential data
- Provide basic assistance on the use of the computer network and statistical software
- Collaborated with research team members to design surveys, questionnaires, and data collection methods that ensured high-quality data inputs for analysis.
- Streamlined report generation processes, saving time and increasing efficiency through automation of routine tasks.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks on all data outputs to maintain the highest levels of accuracy and consistency across projects.
- Developed tailor-made statistical models to predict market trends and guide strategic planning initiatives.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry-specific guidelines related to statistical reporting requirements.
- Manipulated, transformed and analyzed data by reviewing computer reports, printouts and performance indicators.
- Assisted in the preparation of comprehensive reports, presenting findings in a clear and concise manner for non-technical audiences.
Research Assistant for Dr. Rosa Evelia Sanchez
University of Manitoba, Department of Economics
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Performed data collection through survey administrations, data entry and cleaning of survey data from NHCN
- Developed and presented visualizations, charts and tables of survey results in a comprehensive and effective manner
- Perform quantitative, qualitative and statistical analysis of the survey data to explore 'Health Determinants in Norway House Cree Nation.'
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities
- Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality output
Research Assistant for Dr. Safura Moeeni
University of Manitoba, Department of Economics
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Accessed confidential Employment Insurance Status Vector (EISV) business dataset at the Manitoba Research Data Centre (RDC)
- Cleaned, aggregated and explored trends in unemployment benefits, earnings, claims and duration of unemployment while on claim of the survey Canadians
- Performed data analysis using STATA, SPSS and SAS at the Manitoba RDC on EISV dataset to explore 'The impact of the Working While on Claim (WWC) policy by the federal government of Canada.'
Research Assistant for Professor Jannel Mann
University of Manitoba, Department of Economics
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Collected survey data from students taking ECON2040 at the University of Manitoba then used individual fixed effect methods to compare the attainment of learning outcomes between distance education mode of instruction and in-person mode of instruction
- Attended and presented findings of the project at the 2024 Canadian Economics Association (CEA) conference at Metropolitan University in Toronto, Canada
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity
- Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality output
Instructor/Lecturer
Department of Economics University of Manitoba
09.2022 - 12.2023
- ECON 1210: Introduction to Canadian Economic Issues and Policies
- ECON 1220: Introduction to Global and Environmental Economic Issues and Policies
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques
Research Assistant for Professor Ian Hudson
University of Manitoba, Department of Economics
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Performed data collection from Statistic Canada Website, cleaned the data for further analysis
- Reviewed the literature for the proposed 'The impact of Interprovincial Unionization and Social Welfare policy on poverty and inequality.'
Research Assistant for Professor Orhan Coban
Selcuk University, Department of Economics
10.2018 - 05.2020
- Perform econometric, statistical and visualization analysis and interpretations of Business, Economic and Financial data
- Collaborated to write, review and publish the final results in the Eurasian Research Journal
Research Assistant for Professor Savas Cevik
Selcuk University, Department of Economics
10.2018 - 05.2020
- Designed and implemented a Public Goods game with Python and oTree to perform an experimental study
- Attended and presented findings of the project at the IJOPEC conference 2019 at Istanbul, Turkey
Research Assistant for Professor Zeynep Karacor
Selcuk University, Department of Economics
10.2018 - 05.2020
- Collaborated to work on research projects that led to the publication of paper in indexed academic journals
- Programmed and trained Multilayer Perceptron (MLP), Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) and Long-Short Term Memory (LSTM) Neural Networks to predict the USD/TL exchange rate
Research Assistant for Dr. Felix O. Mettle
University of Ghana, Department of Statistics
07.2016 - 08.2017
- Contributed to research through data collection, analysis, interpretation and presentation of results
Education
Ph.D. - Economics
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB 09.2021 - Current
Master of Arts - Business Economics
Selcuk University
Konya, Turkey 09.2017 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Statistics
University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana 09.2012 - 05.2016
Skills
Project Management
Certification
CFA Level I Candidate
Affiliations
Canadian Economics Association
Software
STATA
R
SPSS
Tableau
Python programming
SQL
SAS
Matlab
Timeline
CFA Level I Candidate
02-2025
Research Assistant for Dr. Safura Moeeni
University of Manitoba, Department of Economics
03.2024 - 09.2024
Research Assistant for Dr. Rosa Evelia Sanchez
University of Manitoba, Department of Economics
08.2023 - 10.2024
Certified Ethical Hacker, Udacity
07-2023
Research Assistant for Professor Jannel Mann
University of Manitoba, Department of Economics
07.2023 - 09.2024
Certified Introduction to Cybersecurity
05-2023
Instructor/Lecturer
Department of Economics University of Manitoba
09.2022 - 12.2023
Research Assistant for Professor Ian Hudson
University of Manitoba, Department of Economics
08.2022 - 12.2022
Certified Agile Software Developer, Udacity
06-2022
Certified Data Product Manager, Udacity
06-2022
Certification in Predictive Analytics for Business, Udacity
06-2022
Certified Growth Product Manager, Udacity
06-2022
Ph.D. - Economics
University of Manitoba
09.2021 - Current
Research Assistant for Professor Orhan Coban
Selcuk University, Department of Economics
10.2018 - 05.2020
Research Assistant for Professor Savas Cevik
Selcuk University, Department of Economics
10.2018 - 05.2020
Research Assistant for Professor Zeynep Karacor
Selcuk University, Department of Economics
10.2018 - 05.2020
Certification in Business Statistics and Analysis, Coursera
05-2018
Financial Management, Coursera
05-2018
Master of Arts - Business Economics
Selcuk University
09.2017 - 05.2020
Research Assistant for Dr. Felix O. Mettle
University of Ghana, Department of Statistics
07.2016 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Statistics
University of Ghana
09.2012 - 05.2016
Statistical Assistant
Manitoba Research Data Centre, Statistics Canada / Government of Canada
8 2024 - Current
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