Derrick Murekezi
Researcher
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Meticulous Researcher accomplished in compiling, transforming and analyzing complex information through software. Expert in numerical modeling and large dataset management. Demonstrated success in identifying insights and building solutions to business problems.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA
08.2019 - Current
- Gathered, reviewed and summarized literature from scientific journals such as Nature Geoscience and AGU Journals and produced graphs and other scientific calculations using Python and Matlab.
- Created data visualization graphics, translating complex data sets into comprehensive visual representations
- Pinpointed meaningful insights from large data and metadata sources
- Developed and coded software programs, algorithms and automated processes to cleanse and evaluate large datasets from multiple disparate sources
- Used Matlab, VSCODE and Python to manage and analyze large data sets
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA
08.2019 - Current
- Developed materials and taught undergraduate laboratory course for over 100 students in 3 semesters
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to Georgia Tech standards.
- Led courses independently with minimal oversight from professors.
Research Intern
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Analyzed seismic data to characterize earthquake swarm of over 300 earthquakes
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Coded data using Shell Scripts and Matlab.
Geological Exploration Intern
Rwanda Mining Board
Kigali, Rwanda
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Identified major mining sites in 3 districts in Rwanda, characterized mineral deposits and mining methods.
- Assisted Board's CEO in developing mining policy to guide mining sector transformation in Rwanda.
- Spearheaded feasibility studies and determined profitability of projects by estimating mineral reserves.
Geoscientist Intern
Lake Kivu Monitoring Program
Kigali, Rwanda
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Identified 6 Seismic station locations to monitor Kivu rift seismicity
- Compiled data, prepared reports, completed seismic experiment design and created maps with ArcGIS Pro and Google Earth.
- Analyzed compliance of methane extraction companies to government regulations.
Education
Ph.D. - Geophysics And Digital Signal Processing
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA 08.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Geological And Earth Sciences
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY 08.2015 - 05.2019
Leadership And Entrepreneurship Certificate - Leadership And Entreprenuership
Bridge2Rwanda Scholars Program
Kigali, Rwanda 03.2014 - 08.2015
High School Diploma -
Lycee De Kigali
Kigali, Rwanda 01.2008 - 11.2013
Skills
Data Analytics
undefinedCertification
Machine Learning with Python - Coursera
Timeline
Machine Learning with Python - Coursera
07-2022
Data Analysis with Python - Coursera
07-2022
Data Science Methodology - Coursera
07-2022
Tools for Data Science - Coursera
07-2022
Ph.D. - Geophysics And Digital Signal Processing
Georgia Institute of Technology
08.2019 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant
Georgia Institute of Technology
08.2019 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Georgia Institute of Technology
08.2019 - Current
Research Intern
Tulane University
05.2018 - 08.2018
Geological Exploration Intern
Rwanda Mining Board
05.2017 - 08.2017
Geoscientist Intern
Lake Kivu Monitoring Program
05.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Geological And Earth Sciences
University of Rochester
08.2015 - 05.2019
Leadership And Entrepreneurship Certificate - Leadership And Entreprenuership
Bridge2Rwanda Scholars Program
03.2014 - 08.2015
High School Diploma -
Lycee De Kigali
01.2008 - 11.2013
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