Profile
I am a Data Science PhD Candidate at the Geospatial Systems CDT based at Newcastle University. I have a strong background in engineering and data science. I excel at written, verbal and visual communication, and I am passionate about using data to solve real-world problems. I have experience in machine learning, data visualisation, and statistical analysis. I am proficient in Python and SQL. I am a quick learner and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. I am looking for opportunities to apply my skills and knowledge to make a positive impact.
Education
PhD in Urban Digital Twins
Newcastle University 2023 - Present (Progress - First Year)MRes Geospatial Data Science
Newcastle University 2022 - 2023 DistinctionMEng Civil and Structural Engineering with Year Abroad
Newcastle University 2017 - 2016 First Class HonoursSpecialisms
- Data Visualisation
- Predictive Modelling
- Reporting and Dashboard Creation
- Machine & Deep Learning
- Natural Language Processing (NLP)
- Statistical Analysis
- Process Automation
- Data Pipeline Development
- Real-Time Data Processing
- Urban Mobility Modelling
- Sustainability Consulting
Technical Skills
- Programming Languages: Python, R, SQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
- Machine Learning Libraries: PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-Learn
- Data Visualization Tools: Plotly-Dash, Matplotlib, Seaborn
- Databases: MySQL, MongoDB
- Big Data Technologies: Hadoop, Spark
- Cloud Platforms: Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Version Control: Git
- Other Tools: Power Query, Power BI, Jupyter Notebooks
- Software Development: Agile Methodologies, SOLID Principles
Experience
Academic Experience - Newcastle University
PHD RESEARCH
Sept 2023 - Present | Geospatial Systems CDTResearch focused on using deep learning for real-time prediction of spatio-temporal dynamics in the built environment. Already published in the 32nd GISRUK Conference 2024 proceedings. Currently developing automated pipelines and dashboards for assessing data quality and model performance in real-time using python and SQL.
TEACHING / DEMONSTRATOR ROLE
Sept 2023 - Present | School of Engineering & School of ComputingDemonstrated and marked coursework for modules in machine learning, deep learning, data management, public policy for infrastructure and climate change at masters level and spatial data engineering, ethics and sustainability, programming porfolio modules at undergraduate level.
RESEARCH ROLE
June 2023 - Sept 2023 | Civil Engineering and GeosciencesProject funded by UKRI - worked in a team of three developing a dashboard for visualising and labelling photos of buildings damaged in earthquakes. Used Python and GCP to build back-end system for pushing unlabelled images to a crowd-sourced platform for labelling and pulling the labelled images into a web-map for analysis.
MRES RESEARCH
Sept 2022 - Sept 2023 | Geospatial Systems CDTBuilt a workflow for testing the effects of data-quality of pedestrian data on the predictive capabilities. Promising techniques were identified for predicting data anomalies.
MENG RESEARCH
Sept 2021 - June 2022 | Civil Engineering and GeosciencesInvestigated the accessibility of amenities in Newcastle upon Tyne using open-source data and geospatial analysis techniques in Python.
Professional Experience
DATA SCIENTIST
June 2022 - Sept 2022 | Verco GlobalAutomated data processes and integrated siloed data sources to create a single source of truth for the company. Used PowerQuery and PowerBI to process and visualise data. Developed statistical models to measure the impact of climate on energy consumption.
Soft Skills
Communication
Presented my research at workshops and conferences. Delivered guest lecture to BEng students.
Leadership
Led multi-disciplinary teams of up to 20 people setting a vision and building an environment of trust and collaboration. Most recently led a team of 12 PhD students split across 2 universities to deliver a publication quality paper in a single month.
Organisation
Regularly organise events for the CDT and the research group. Most recently our annual assembly, contacting speakers, putting together a timetable and brochure, and consulting with the CDT manager to organise socials, and leading a feedback session on the proposed schedule.
Project Management
Knowledge of Agile methodologies, recently conducting an introductory session on the principles of scrum demonstrating how kanban boards work to a group of PhD students in a one month sprint project. Capable in most project management tasks including documenting project scope, risk assessments, skills assessments, data management plans and facilitating weekly sprint updates.
Certificates
Object-Oriented Programming in Python 2024
DataCamp course on object-oriented programming in Python.
Hierarchical and Recursive Queries in SQL Server 2024
DataCamp course on advanced methods in SQL Server.
Monitoring Machine Learning in Python 2024
DataCamp course on monitoring machine learning models in Python using NannyML framework.
Building Dashboards with Dash and Plotly 2024
DataCamp course on building dashboards with Dash and Plotly.
Entrepreneurship 2024
CDT training on starting a business.
Leadership 2024
CDT training on leadership skills.
Responsible Research and Innovation 2023
CDT training on starting a business.
Mental Health First Aid (MFHA England) 2022
Mental Health First Aider providing essential support and fostering a positive mental health environment within the team.
References
Stuart Barr
- Email: stuart.barr@newcastle.ac.uk
Emilija Emma
- Email: emilija.emma@vercoglobal.com