Phillip M. Mohebalian
122 Oakleaf Way. Palm Coast,United States
Summary
Experienced statistician specializing in data analysis, statistical modeling, and machine learning. Proven leader in optimizing workflows and automating processes to improve efficiency. Adept at driving impactful research and delivering actionable insights through advanced analysis tools and programming expertise.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Survey Statistician
U.S. Census Bureau, Economics Directorate
Suitland, MD
09.2022 - Current
- Directed team of five analysts to ensure accuracy in Census Economic data products, improving data reliability.
- Received division's top honor in 2024 by leveraging a classical AI model for analysis of vast Economic Census records.
- Automated record review processes using AI and Python, reducing time from six months to two weeks.
- Leveraged Python for machine learning text classification identifying and rectifying NAICS identification inaccuracies.
- Developed SAS scripts and macros to identify errors, ensuring adherence to complex federal protocols.
Survey Statistician
U.S. Census Bureau, Decenial Directorate
Suitland, MD
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Leveraged ArcMap/Pro, GUPS, QGIS, TOAD for Oracle SQL, FME, R, and Python to oversee database management.
- Developed a spatial geodatabase compiling decennial and ACS Census survey responses from 2000 to 2020.
- Explored effects of Census-related activities on response rates using statistical techniques for the 2020 U.S. County census.
- Prepared reports outlining the impacts of the Census Participant Statistical Areas program on U.S. statistical area geography for 2020.
- Created online automated dashboards, R Shiny applications, and R Markdown HTML documents for interactive presentation of research data.
- Developed custom ArcMap scripting tools using Python and R for the QC and manipulation of large spatial datasets.
Geographer
U.S. Census Bureau, Decenial Directorate
Suitland, MD
09.2018 - 09.2020
- Facilitated updates to 3,000+ Census Designated Place geographies through the Participant Statistical Areas Program.
- Employed advanced spatial data science and quality control techniques to manage and maintain U.S. cartographic products.
- Census MAF/TIGER database, using ArcMap/Pro, GUPS, QGIS, TOAD for Oracle SQL, FME, R, and Python.
- Developed time-series geodatabase to analyze demographic trends from Census data between 2000 and 2020.
- Analyzed data to assess impact of various Census practices on the outcome of the 2020 US.
- Designed innovative ArcMap-based solutions through Python and R programming aimed at improving the management of vast spatial datasets.
Post-doctoral Conservation Scientist
World Wildlife Fund -WWF
Washington, DC
09.2015 - 01.2018
- Led international and multi-institutional research collaboration monitoring social impacts of Marine Protected Areas across East Indonesia.
- Supervised international field staff to ensure accurate data collection and analysis for conservation studies.
- Created study sampling frames utilizing power analysis to determine sample size.
- Published study findings in scientific journals, technical reports, and a book chapter.
- Conducted graduate courses focused on statistical techniques and comprehensive research strategies.
- Executed comprehensive data analysis using R, STATA, SQL, and Python.
Ph.D. Research Fellow
University of Missouri, School of Natural Resource
Columbia, MO
05.2011 - 05.2015
- Directed field operations for a crew of five technicians during a year-long forest inventory and data collection project in Ecuador.
- Executed rigorous statistical and econometric assessments employing matching approaches in Python and R to deduce causality.
- Directed international research teamwork involving academia, government, and non-profit organizations.
- Directed preparation and submission of grant applications, achieving a 57% acceptance rate.
- Authored three peer-reviewed scientific publications, a doctoral dissertation, and presented results at scientific conferences.
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Missouri, School of Natural Resources
Columbia, MO
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Directed research team in designing and executing two national studies.
- Conducted econometric and statistical analysis on more than 5,000 collected surveys using choice modeling.
- Oversaw project to disseminate study results through master’s thesis, conference proceedings, technical reports, and scientific publications.
Agroforestry Extension Worker United States Peace
United States Peace Corps - Paraguay
Acunsion, Paraguay
08.2006 - 11.2008
- Conducted comprehensive community needs assessments to identify key program priorities.
- Led the organization and coordination of community health projects with a focus on clinical services such as physical exams and vaccinations.
- Facilitated obtaining birth documentation for out-of-hospital births, granting families access to public assistance.
- Advised farmers on advanced soil conservation techniques such as contour planting and green manures.
- Pioneered science-focused summer camp, integrating nature education, held at local elementary school.
Education
Master of Science - Forestry - Natural resource Economics
University of Missouri
Columbia, MOBachelor of Arts - Environmental Science
Plattsburgh State University
Plattsburgh, NYDoctor of Philosophy - Forestry - Natural resource economics
University of Missouri
Columbia, MOSkills
- Python, R, SQL, SAS, Machine Learning
- Leadership Team Coordination
- GIS applications (ArcMap/Pro, QGIS, FME)
Languages
English, Spanish, Guarani, Bahasa-Indonesia, Farsi
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Guarani
Professional
Certification
- U.S. Census Bureau, Data Science Program - Certificate in Machine Learning.
- U.S. Census Bureau, Data Science Program - Certificate in Data Science.
- U.S. Peace Corps, Paraguay - Certificate in Project Management.
Publications
- Mohebalian, P.M, Lucas N. Lopez, Angela Barbara Tischner, Aguilar, F.X., 2022. The Deforestation in South America's tri-national Parana Atlantic Forest: Trends and associational factors. Forest Policy and Economics, 137, p.102697.
- Mohebalian, P.M, Lucas N. Lopez, Aguilar, F.X., 2022. Deforestation trends and impact assessment of protected area designation in the South-American Tri-national Atlantic Forest. XV World Forestry Congress Proceedings, South Korea.
- Moreno, A., Neumann, M., Mohebalian, P.M, Thurnher, C. and Hasenauer, H., 2019. The Continental Impact of European Forest Conservation Policy and Management on Productivity Stability. Remote Sensing, 11(1), p.87.
- Mohebalian, P.M., Aguilar, F.X. 2018. Tree harvesting allowance in the contractual design of forest conservation and poverty alleviation programs: Forest owner conservation contract preferences in the Northwest Amazon. Land Use Policy 70C: 451-462.
- Mohebalian, P.M., Aguilar, F.X. 2018. Voluntary tropical forest ecosystem payments effectively prevent degradation. Ecological Economics 143: 64-73.
- Mohebalian, P.M., Aguilar, F.X., Torres B. 2017. Mejorar los contratos de conservación forestal: oportunidades para aumentar la eficiencia del programa Ecuador Socio Bosque [Strengthening Forest conservation contracts: opportunities to improve the efficiency of Ecuador’s Socio Bosque program]. Universidad Estatal Amazónica, Puyo, Ecuador.
- Mohebalian, P.M., Aguilar, F.X. 2015. Additionality and design of forest conservation programs: Insights from Ecuador's Socio Bosque Program. Forest Policy and Economics 71: 103-112.
- Aguilar, F.X., Cai, Z., Mohebalian, P.M., Thompson, W. 2015. Exploring the drivers' side of the “blend wall”: US consumer preferences for ethanol blend fuels. Energy Economics 49: 217-226.
- Raes L., Mohebalian, P.M. 2014. The Socio Bosque Program for rainforest and páramo conservation, Ecuador. Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB). Available at teebweb.org
- Mohebalian, P.M., Cernusca, I.M., Aguilar, F.X. 2012. Discovering niche markets for elderberry juices in the US. HortTechnology 22(4): 556-566.
- Mohebalian, P.M., Cernusca, I.M., Aguilar, F.X. 2012. Comparative Conjoint Analysis of U.S. Consumers' Preferences for Elderberry Jelly and Juice Products. Hortscience 48(3): 338-346.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Survey Statistician
U.S. Census Bureau, Economics Directorate
09.2022 - Current
Survey Statistician
U.S. Census Bureau, Decenial Directorate
09.2020 - 09.2022
Geographer
U.S. Census Bureau, Decenial Directorate
09.2018 - 09.2020
Post-doctoral Conservation Scientist
World Wildlife Fund -WWF
09.2015 - 01.2018
Ph.D. Research Fellow
University of Missouri, School of Natural Resource
05.2011 - 05.2015
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Missouri, School of Natural Resources
08.2010 - 05.2011
Agroforestry Extension Worker United States Peace
United States Peace Corps - Paraguay
08.2006 - 11.2008
Master of Science - Forestry - Natural resource Economics
University of Missouri
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Science
Plattsburgh State University
Doctor of Philosophy - Forestry - Natural resource economics
University of Missouri
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