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OLUWASEUN FRANCIS LIJOKA

Lethbridge

Summary

Dedicated researcher, academic, and technologist with advanced training in mathematics, statistics, and computational science. Over five years' experience in instruction, data analysis, system modeling, and collaborative problem-solving. Adept at delivering complex information in accessible formats, managing technical projects, and applying analytical thinking to real-world systems. Enthusiastic to transition into applied technical roles supporting mission-critical systems and safety operations.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sessional Lecturer (Statistics)

University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge
08.2023 - Current
  • Lectures in statistics for undergraduate programs; managed 40+ students in hybrid formats.
  • Designed instructional content using real-world statistical applications.

Associate Researcher | Researcher (Part-Time)

University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge
01.2023 - Current
  • Developed models using heuristic algorithms and optimization techniques.
  • Conducted simulations, literature reviews, and data interpretation for research outputs.
  • Published high-impact peer-reviewed papers and presented at international conferences.

Mathematics Lecturer (Full-Time)

Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria
Abeokuta
05.2018 - 09.2018
  • Delivered core courses in pure and applied mathematics to large student cohorts.
  • Participated in curriculum development and introduced blended learning strategies.

Education

Ph.D. - Theoretical & Computational Science

University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, Alberta
02.2023

Ph.D. - Mathematics

Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, UK
06.2017

M.Sc. - Applied Mathematics

African Institute for Mathematical Sciences
Ghana
06.2013

B.Sc. - Industrial Mathematics

Federal University of Technology, Akure
Akure, Nigeria
12.2009

Skills

  • R & Python Programming
  • Electronics & Data Systems Analysis
  • SPSS
  • MATLAB
  • LaTeX
  • Lecture and Technical Content Development
  • Scientific Writing & Publications
  • Team Collaboration & Communication
  • Problem-Solving & Optimization
  • Statistical Modeling & Heuristic Algorithms
  • Instructional Design & Facilitation

Affiliations

  • Fellow, Higher Education Academy (AFHEA), UK
  • Member, Edinburgh Mathematical Society
  • Member, Canadian Operational Research Society (CORS)

Certification

  • First Aid & CPR (Valid)
  • Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW)
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • Scrum Master (In Progress)

Community Service

  • Emergency Response Team, Canadian Red Cross - Since 2019
  • Financial Secretary, Association of Nigerians in Lethbridge - Since 2024
  • Research Student Leader, Optimization Group, University of Lethbridge (2019-2022)

Publications

  • Capacity provisioning for evacuation on path networks, Wiley (2022)
  • Trefftz polynomial space-time DG method, SIAM (2017)
  • Presentations at: Canadian OR Society, Brunel University, Warwick University, EMS Postgraduate Meeting

Project Highlights

  • Capacity Allocation on Dynamic Networks (U of L, 2022)
  • Trefftz Discontinuous Galerkin Method for Wave Equations (MAFELAP, UK)
  • Optimization Leadership: Led a research group at U of L focused on applied optimization (2019-2022)

Timeline

Sessional Lecturer (Statistics)

University of Lethbridge
08.2023 - Current

Associate Researcher | Researcher (Part-Time)

University of Lethbridge
01.2023 - Current

Mathematics Lecturer (Full-Time)

Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria
05.2018 - 09.2018

Ph.D. - Theoretical & Computational Science

University of Lethbridge

Ph.D. - Mathematics

Heriot-Watt University

M.Sc. - Applied Mathematics

African Institute for Mathematical Sciences

B.Sc. - Industrial Mathematics

Federal University of Technology, Akure
OLUWASEUN FRANCIS LIJOKA