$ data scientist & consultant

transforming complex datasets into actionable intelligence

Results-driven analyst with dual Master's degrees specializing in quantitative methods, causal inference, and business intelligence. Proficient in R, Python, SQL, and Power BI for end-to-end data lifecycle management.

Teaching Assistant
Rutgers University
Sep 2024 – Apr 2025
New Brunswick, NJ, USA
  • Assisted courses in statistical analysis, experimental design, and causal inference
  • Guided students through hands-on R labs for data cleaning, wrangling, modeling, and visualization
  • Graded assignments and provided feedback
Research Assistant
Rutgers University
Jun 2023 – Sep 2023
New Brunswick, NJ, USA
  • Employed MLE to estimate causal effects in experimental data
  • Developed statistical models and created compelling data visualizations for publication
  • Performed multivariate regression to analyze impact of demographics, ideology, and media exposure
Excellence Fellow
Rutgers University
Sep 2022 – Aug 2024
New Brunswick, NJ, USA
  • Led projects using Bayesian methods to analyze voting behavior
  • Applied advanced regression models to predict categorical outcomes from behavioral data
  • Executed Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs)
Commodity Manager Assistant
Tehran Urban & Suburban Railway Operation Co.
Jun 2013 – Jun 2014
Tehran, Iran
  • Managed supplier relations and analyzed market data to identify investment opportunities
  • Conducted market analysis and briefed stakeholders on market volume, pricing, and competitive landscape
Sales Manager Assistant
Zagrutti Men's Clothing
Sep 2011 – Mar 2012
Tehran, Iran
  • Oversaw sales staff, resolved customer complaints, and developed pricing schedules to optimize revenue
  • Analyzed dealer performance to identify opportunities for expanding leasing programs
Executive Director Assistant
Ferdows Jewellery Company
Jan 2011 – Sep 2011
Tehran, Iran
  • Managed projects to budget and scope; handled cash deposits
  • Provided QC analysis and compliance advice
Production Assistant
Pars Ceram Company
Sep 2009 – Mar 2010
Qarchak, Iran
  • Maintained production databases and managed documentation workflows
M.A. Political Science & Government
Rutgers University
2022 – 2025
New Brunswick, NJ, USA
M.A. International Relations
University of Tehran
2015 – 2020
Tehran, Iran
B.S. Industrial Management
Allameh Tabataba'i University
2009 – 2014
Tehran, Iran
> data analysis
Predictive Modeling Generalized Linear Models (GLM) Maximum Likelihood Estimation (MLE) Logistic/Probit Regression Time-Series Analysis Hypothesis Testing
> programming languages
R (advanced) Python (intermediate) SQL (intermediate)
> business intelligence
Power BI Dashboard Creation KPI Tracking Automated Reporting ArcGIS
> experimental design
A/B Testing Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs) Causal Inference Regression Discontinuity (RDD) Survey Design (Qualtrics)

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