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Laleh Avazpour

Laleh Avazpour

Madison,Wisconsin

Summary

Dynamic software developer and application engineer with expertise in Python, C++, Fortran, and MATLAB. Proven leadership in managing a team of 5 professionals to develop advanced quantum and semiclassical simulation software with 8+ key functionalities. Seeking a position to contribute my deep technical knowledge and problem-solving skills to support software development, deployment, and integration efforts.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Scientist

University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, Wisconsin
09.2018 - Current
  • Led a team of 5 in the development of Quantum and semiclassical simulation software with 8+ functionalities
  • Designed Multiphysics simulations for nanoscale systems, modeling the interaction of charge carriers, lattice vibrations, and electromagnetic waves
  • Conducted advanced signal processing and data analysis on simulation generated signals
  • Implemented machine learning models to validate simulation results, resulting in a featured article in APL special issue (Dec 2022)
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance the applicability of in-house software
  • Mentored graduate and undergraduate students
  • Innovated a novel technique to optimize simulation domains, reducing project timelines by 33%
  • Utilized AWS SageMaker for breast cancer prediction using UCI's breast cancer diagnostic dataset.

Postdoctoral Fellow

University of Missouri Science and Technology
Rolla, MO
06.2017 - 08.2018
  • Conducted nanomaterial simulations using VASP and improved efficiency by 45% through Linux Bash scripts
  • Managed a material processing lab, synthesizing over 5 different semiconductor single crystals
  • Analyzed acquired data using visualization and statistical analysis tools like Tableau and scikit-learn
  • Actively engaged in quantitative analysis of complex amorphous materials
  • Contributed to quantitative analysis of complex amorphous materials.

Quality Control Manager

Faraz Rayane Zagros Computing Co.
Yasooj
01.2012 - 06.2017
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by designing a new user interface for accounting software
  • Progressed from a college student to multiple management positions after graduation
  • Gathered customer satisfaction feedback and evaluated product and service quality
  • Proposed a web-based integrated HR-Accounting system, reducing paper waste by 75%.

Education

Ph.D. Materials Engineering -

Isfahan University of Technology

Postdoc Electrical and Computer Engineering -

UW-Madison
01.2023

Skills

  • Python
  • C
  • Fortran
  • MATLAB
  • R
  • JavaScript
  • Scikit-learn
  • Pandas
  • PyTorch
  • TensorFlow
  • Power BI
  • Tableau
  • SQL
  • SQL Server
  • AWS
  • Microsoft Azure
  • GitHub
  • Agile Methodology
  • Simulation Design
  • Machine Learning and Statistics
  • OOP and Database Management
  • Data Analytics, ETL Processes
  • XRD, AFM, SEM, FTIR

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Persian
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Spanish
Elementary
Arabic
Limited Working

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
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Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

Research Scientist

University of Wisconsin-Madison
09.2018 - Current

Postdoctoral Fellow

University of Missouri Science and Technology
06.2017 - 08.2018

Quality Control Manager

Faraz Rayane Zagros Computing Co.
01.2012 - 06.2017

Ph.D. Materials Engineering -

Isfahan University of Technology

Postdoc Electrical and Computer Engineering -

UW-Madison
Laleh Avazpour