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HAMMED A. AKANDE

Montreal,QC

Summary

Highly motivated and detail-oriented data scientist, currently enrolled in a Professional Development Certificate in Data Science and Machine Learning at McGill University. Skilled in statistical and practical machine learning techniques, data analysis, R, Google Earth Engine and Python programming.

Seeking an entry-level data science position to apply my knowledge and contribute to impactful projects.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Research Assistant (Data Scientist)

Calian Group Ltd.
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Collected and cleaned ~30 years time series data on methane emissions in Canada, ensuring data accuracy.
  • Utilized machine learning techniques to analyze data and extract insights.
  • Applied statistical and time series forecasting techniques to interpret key points from gathered data.
  • Modelled predictions with feature selection algorithms.
  • Provided comprehensive analysis and recommended solutions to address complex business problems and issues using data from different sources and applied advanced analytical methods to assess methane emissions in Canada and across provinces.
  • Conducted bibliographic search and paper analysis to gather relevant information.

Teaching Assistant

Concordia University
09.2020 - 12.2022

Introduction to Biostatistics

Assisted course professor in delivering course tutorials, practicals and laboratory sessions on various biostatistics topics (including Regression Analysis, Correlation Analysis, and Analysis of Variance) to >30 students.

  • Conducted weekly classes to reinforce students' understanding of statistical concepts and answer questions.
  • Provided guidance and feedback to students on weekly assignments, reports and projects, promoting their comprehension and academic success.
  • Graded assignments, exams, and projects in timely and fair manner, providing constructive feedback to help students improve their skills and interest in R Programming.

Research Assistant

Future Earth And Sustainability In The Digital Age
01.2021 - 06.2021
  • Supported “Environmental Sustainability in the Digital Age” convening co-hosted by United Nations Environment Program, Future Earth Canada, and the Sustainability in the Digital Age initiative- including coordination of preparatory materials, assistance during the convening, and support in developing outputs from the convening.
  • Supported the Biodiversity Pathways to Sustainability Canada (BPSC) initiative by reviewing the literature, assisted in coordinating interns, and supported the BPSC workshop, and other activities as needed.
  • Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced research environment.
  • Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
  • Attended seminars, symposiums and workshops to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
  • Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.

Technical Support Agent

Zeniox
08.2020 - 01.2021
  • Provided technical support electronically with users via chat, email, and phone and helped them solve their cellular camera’s hardware or software-related difficulties.
  • Utilized the knowledge base (repository of technical troubleshooting documentation) and flowcharts, user manuals, and other available resources to diagnose problems and implement solutions.
  • Helped users to install and update the firmware on their cellular cameras either manually using a computer or remotely
  • Troubleshoot technical and non-technical issues that the customers might be having using company's tools and skills.
  • Identified customers' needs of company's products and services and met Quality(KPI) and customer satisfaction metrics.
  • Took ownership for customer experience to help influence their decision to renew or expand upon the products and services.
  • Escalate issues to senior-level support when needed (via ZENDESK and SALESFORCE application) and provide actionable information and appropriate documentation for the next agent to efficiently pick up and resolve the issue.
  • Ensure proper documentation of all customers' issues.
  • Assisted with training newly recruited technical support agents.

Technical Support Agent

Gexel
11.2019 - 07.2020
  • Provided technical support electronically with users via chat, email, and phone and helped them solve their cellular camera's hardware or software-related difficulties.
  • Utilized the knowledge base (repository of technical troubleshooting documentation) and flowcharts, user manuals, and other available resources to diagnose problems and implement solutions.
  • Helped users to install and update the firmware on their cellular cameras either manually using a computer or remotely
  • Troubleshoot technical and non-technical issues that the customers might be having using company's tools and skills.
  • Identified customers' needs of company's products and services and met Quality(KPI) and customer satisfaction metrics.
  • Took ownership for customer experience to help influence their decision to renew or expand upon the products and services.
  • Escalate issues to senior-level support when needed (via ZENDESK and SALESFORCE application) and provide actionable information and appropriate documentation for the next agent to efficiently pick up and resolve the issue.
  • Ensure proper documentation of all customers' issues.

Education

Professional Development Certificate - Data Science And Machine Learning

McGill University
Montreal, QC
03.2022 - Current

Master of Science - Integrated Water Resource Management

McGill University
Montreal, QC
08.2018 - 10.2019

Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Management

Osun State University
Osogbo, Nigeria
09.2011 - 09.2016

Skills

  • Machine Learning: Developed and implemented machine learning pipelines, utilized Python packages for algorithm implementation, and employed modelling and optimization techniques
  • Data Analysis: Collected, extracted, cleaned data and performed analysis using machine learning techniques
  • Programming: Proficient in R, ArcGIS, Google Earth Engine & Python; experienced in utilizing libraries for data manipulation, visualization, and analysis
  • Research and Analysis: Conducted bibliographic search and paper analysis, supported research projects, and performed data collection and analysis
  • Communication: Presented capstone project on "Climate Change Impacts on distribution of Endangered Grey Parrot (Psittacus erithacus)" to stakeholders, demonstrating effective communication and presentation skills
  • Others include: Time Series Forecasting, Tableau, Alteryx, STATA, Office, MS Word & Excel, Git & GitHub

Work Availability

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Timeline

Research Assistant (Data Scientist)

Calian Group Ltd.
01.2023 - 04.2023

Professional Development Certificate - Data Science And Machine Learning

McGill University
03.2022 - Current

Research Assistant

Future Earth And Sustainability In The Digital Age
01.2021 - 06.2021

Teaching Assistant

Concordia University
09.2020 - 12.2022

Technical Support Agent

Zeniox
08.2020 - 01.2021

Technical Support Agent

Gexel
11.2019 - 07.2020

Master of Science - Integrated Water Resource Management

McGill University
08.2018 - 10.2019

Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Management

Osun State University
09.2011 - 09.2016
HAMMED A. AKANDE