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Statistical Data Analyst and Academic Researcher | Expert in SAS, SPSS, Minitab and SatScan

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Statistical data analyst with proven experience in statistical analysis and academic research in multiple fields (i.e. tourism industry, market analytics, healthcare, education, crime analysis). Lead author of published research article in a peer-reviewed journal, examining the spatial clustering analysis of human trafficking victims. Recipient of USM Gold Medal Award, for achieving the highest GPA (3.93/4.00) during my Master's program. Canadian citizen (25+ years) with native fluency in English. Qualifications: Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Academic Research & Writing, Data Entry, Education Technical Skills: Expert Proficiency - SAS, SPSS, Minitab, SatScan, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) Intermediate Proficiency - SQL, Python, MATLAB, Tableau, Power BI Knowledge: Academic research (introduction, literature review, methodology, results and analysis, conclusion, references and sourcing, publication), Analysis of variance (ANOVA), Categorical data analysis, Classroom management, Clustering, Confidence intervals, Data cleaning, Data entry, Data manipulation, Data transformations, Data visualization, Descriptive statistics, Experimental design, Hypothesis testing, Linear models, Machine learning, Market analysis, Multivariate analysis, Parametric/nonparametric testing, Quantitative analysis and research, Regression analysis (linear, logistic, multivariate), Spatiotemporal statistics, Statistical data modelling, Statistical distributions, Statistical inferences, Statistical reliability and lifetime analysis, Stochastic processes and time series analysis, Survival analysis, Teaching, TEFL CV: Professional Summary Analytical and detail-oriented data analyst with a Master’s degree in Statistics. Skilled in statistical modelling, data analysis and research across multiple industries including healthcare, tourism, education and crime analysis. Lead author of published research article in a peer-reviewed journal, examining the spatial clustering analysis of human trafficking victims. Recognized with the USM Gold Medal Award for academic excellence. Canadian citizen (Native English fluency), available for relocation and passionate about leveraging data to support evidence-based decision-making in a collaborative, cross-cultural environment. Qualifications and Skills •Proficiency in statistical analysis software tools such as SAS, SPSS, Minitab and SatScan •Data management and data cleaning for the handling of outliers and missing values •Data mining and collection for extracting data insights and understanding patterns in large complex datasets •Statistical data modelling techniques for data interpretation, examining relationships between variables, and for developing predictive models to forecast future outcomes •Applicable knowledge of programming languages (i.e. SQL, Python, MATLAB) •Academic research, thesis writing & report drafting via proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word •Data visualization via Tableau along with excellent written and verbal communication, presentation and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical team members Education Master of Science: Statistics 01/2023 to 12/2024 Universiti Sains Malaysia Penang, Malaysia GPA: 3.93/4.00 Areas of Study: Categorical Data Analysis, Linear Models, Statistical Inferences, Statistical Reliability, Stochastic Processes Technical Skills: SAS, SPSS, Minitab, MATLAB, SQL, Python, Power BI, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Bachelor of Science: Mathematical Science 09/2013 to 04/2017 McMaster University Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Experience Universiti Sains Malaysia (University of Science Malaysia) 01/2025 to 12/2025 Data Analysis Intern Penang, Malaysia •Provided valuable insights through statistical data analysis and generated reports for several research projects in multiple industries (i.e. healthcare, tourism, education, crime analysis): a) Spatial clustering analysis of human trafficking victims in Asian countries (via SAS and SatScan): •Developed a multivariate regression model for estimating and imputing missing values, reducing missing data from 49% to 8% and thus improving the accuracy of predicting the populations most at risk of human trafficking •Published a scientific research article as the primary author, with the Sains Malaysiana, a Q2 peer-reviewed journal affiliated with the Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia b) Market analysis of 40K+ hotel booking reviews on Agoda (via SAS and Microsoft Excel): •Applied data cleaning and transformations of 500K+ data points, improving model fit (AIC/BIC reduced by 25%) •Evaluated model diagnostics, detected overdispersion and optimized model by fitting a negative binomial GLM for improving model precision in classifying significant associations among variables c) Survival analysis of myocardial infarction victims (via Minitab and SPSS): •Modelled patient survival times using lognormal regression and identified trends to support evidence-based recommendations Rosedale Academy 04/2019 to 12/2022 High School Teacher (Math and Statistics) Guangzhou, Guangdong, China •Instructed high school STEM courses including Statistics, Mathematics, Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology as well as Physical Education and Business to students in Grades 10 through 12 •Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills by managing classes from 3 to 30 students with daily lectures, presentations and coursework •Adapted to a new language, culture and political system in an overseas country •Collaborated with cross-functional teams including local teachers, international academic management teams, principals and school owners in weekly meetings regarding training sessions, workshops and educational developments •Managed regular parent-teacher meetings in order to discuss academic progression of students •Designed practise tests and exam questions as well as contributed to grading and score analysis reports GardaWorld 04/2017 to 01/2019 Financial Data Entry Clerk Mississauga, Ontario, Canada •Processed customer business financial data into a cash processing software system (e.g. CashPro, etc) •Verified, sorted and balanced deposit contents and ensured accuracy of treasury balancing in a fast-paced environment in independent as well as team settings •Generated and delivered reports via excellent customer service for business owners •Trained and supervised junior colleagues •Identified counterfeit cash notes and reported findings to executives Achievements Universiti Sains Malaysia GOLD MEDAL AWARD Best final year student of Master of Science (Statistics) for the Academic Session 2023/2024 (GPA: 3.93/4.00) Governor General's Academic Medal Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School, Canada, 2011 (Grades 10-12 Cumulative Average: 97%)

Subject Matter Expertise

• ☆ Data Analysis
• ☆ Predictive Modeling & Analytics
• ☆ Cluster Analysis
• ☆ Data Collection
• ☆ Data Management
• ☆ Data Manipulation
• ☆ Data Mining
• ☆ Data Cleaning
• ☆ Statistics
• ☆ Statistical Theory
• ☆ Applied Statistics
• ☆ Comparative Analysis
• ☆ Regression Analysis
• ☆ Multivariate Analysis
• ☆ Nonlinear Regression
• ☆ Correlation Analysis
• ☆ Statistical Computing
• ☆ Mathematical Statistics
• ☆ Statistical Review
• ☆ Spatial Statistics
• ☆ Health Data Analysis
• ☆ Trend Analysis
• ☆ Applied Mathematics
• ☆ Mathematical Models
• ☆ Mathematical Optimization
• ☆ Mathematics Education
• ☆ Differential Equations
• ☆ Stochastic Processes
• ☆ Pure Mathematics
• ☆ Categorical Algebra
• ☆ Algebra
• ☆ Calculus
• ☆ Mathematical Analysis
• ☆ Geometry
• ☆ Mathematical Logic
• ☆ Topology
• ☆ Crime & Criminology
• ☆ Publishing
• ☆ Organized Crime
• ☆ SPSS
• ☆ Matlab
• ☆ SQL
• ☆ Excel
• ☆ SAS
• ☆ Hypothesis

Services

• Writing
• Research
• Data & AI

Writing Technical Writing, General Proofreading & Editing

Research Scientific and Technical Research, Secondary Data Collection

Data & AI Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Big Data Analytics, Data Mining, Data Cleaning, Data Processing, Data Insights

Work Experience

Data Analysis and Research Intern

Universiti Sains Malaysia

January 2025 - December 2025

High School Teacher of Mathematics and Statistics

Rosedale Academy

April 2019 - December 2022

Financial Data Entry Clerk

GardaWorld

April 2017 - January 2019

Education

Master of Science (Statistics) (School of Mathematical Sciences)

Universiti Sains Malaysia

January 2023 - November 2024

Bachelor of Science (Mathematical Sciences)

McMaster University

September 2013 - April 2017

Certifications

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Publications

JOURNAL ARTICLE

Safat Mohammad Safat, Nuzlinda Abdul Rahman, Nurul Syafiah Abd Naeeim, Fauhatuz Zahroh Shaik Abdullah (2025). Spatial Cluster Analysis of Human Trafficking in Asia Over a Six-Year Period . Sains Malaysiana.