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Freelance Data Scientist & Analytical Consultant | Statistical Modeling, Predictive Analytics & Business Intelligence

Profile Summary

I am a Data Scientist specializing in scientific computing and stochastic modeling, with over 7 years of experience leveraging the Python ecosystem to solve complex probabilistic problems. My expertise lies in building robust simulation frameworks—specifically Monte Carlo simulations—to model uncertainty, perform risk analysis, and optimize decision-making in high-stakes environments. I bridge the gap between theoretical data science and practical application through: - Advanced Simulation & Modeling: Designing and executing Monte Carlo simulations to model complex systems, evaluate probability distributions, and conduct sensitivity analyses. - Scientific Python Stack: Expert-level proficiency in NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib for high-performance numerical computation and data manipulation. - Stochastic Calculus & Probabilistic Analysis: Applying deep statistical theory to quantify risk and predict outcomes in systems characterized by high degrees of randomness. - Algorithm Optimization: Refining Python code for performance-heavy tasks, ensuring computational efficiency when running large-scale iterative simulations. - Data-Driven Research: Translating scientific findings into actionable business or research insights through rigorous exploratory data analysis (EDA). I am available for technical consulting on projects requiring advanced statistical simulation, custom algorithm development, and deep-dive numerical analysis.

Subject Matter Expertise

• ★ Data Analysis
• ★ Algorithm Design
• ★ Python
• ☆ Predictive Modeling & Analytics
• ☆ Data Processing
• ☆ Data Exploration
• ☆ Cluster Analysis
• ☆ Data Visualization
• ☆ Data Manipulation
• ☆ Machine Learning
• ☆ Data Cleaning
• ☆ Deep Learning
• ☆ Statistics
• ☆ Statistical Theory
• ☆ LaTex

Services

• Writing
• Research
• Consulting
• Data & AI

Writing Technical Writing, Creative Writing

Research Meta-Research, Scientific and Technical Research

Consulting Business Strategy Consulting, Digital Strategy Consulting, Operations Consulting, Scientific and Technical Consulting

Data & AI Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Image Processing, Image Analysis, Algorithm Design-Non ML, Algorithm Design-ML, Data Visualization, Text Mining & Analytics, Data Cleaning, Data Processing, Data Insights

Work Experience

Consultant

Prosup

December 2025 - Present

Education

Ph.D. (Center for Space research)

North-West University

January 2022 - December 2024

Masters in Astrophysical Sciences (Center for Space REsearch)

North-West University Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences

January 2019 - December 2021

Honors in Astrophysics (Center for Space Research)

North-West University Faculty of Natural Sciences

January 2018 - December 2018

Bsc fisika en Toegepastewiskunde (Fisiese en Chemiese wetenskappe)

North-West University

February 2015 - December 2017

Certifications

• Certification details not provided.

Publications

CONFERENCE PAPER

Pieter van der Merwe, Markus Boettcher (2023). Shaken, not stirred: Test particles in binary black hole mergers . Proceedings of High Energy Astrophysics in Southern Africa 2022 — PoS(HEASA2022).