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Work History
Education
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Training
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Pradeep Sitaula

Pradeep Sitaula

Brookings,SD

Summary

An aspiring data scientist pursuing an MS in Data Science, bringing an interdisciplinary perspective rooted in Environmental Science and Sociology. Eager to tackle complex challenges, Passionate about leveraging data analysis to derive meaningful insights. Proficient in R programming, Python, Power BI, Tableau, SAS, and Microsoft Excel/PowerPoint, equipped to contribute effectively to data-driven projects. A detail-focused Data Analyst, with expertise including data warehousing, process validation, and business needs analysis. Proven in understanding customer requirements and translating them into actionable project plans, Dedicated and hard-working with a passion for Big Data.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Data Analyst

Department of Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Science
Brookings, SD
12.2023 - Current

• Managed diverse datasets ensuring 98% data consistency across all greenhouse and field experiments and perform statistical analysis, create visualizations, and develop dashboards for real-time monitoring
• Analyzed data to identify and address root causes of problems and recommend corrective actions
• Developed customized reports, summarizing and presenting data in visually appealing format.
• Streamlined data processing for faster results by implementing advanced analytics tools.
• Optimized data access and storage to improve performance of analytics systems.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and advancements in data analytics, enhancing the adaptability of solutions provided.

Lab Assistant/Student Research Assistant

Department of Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Science
Brookings, SD
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Collected data for greenhouse and field experiments, ensuring sample quality and Implemented sample cleaning procedures resulting 15% reduction in data errors and discrepancies
  • Utilized statistical models to achieve improvement in data analysis accuracy, validated through comparison with previous methods.
  • Attain 90% accuracy in collecting lab samples, verified through cross-validation by senior lab personnel.
  • Analyzed data to create and organize graphs, charts and documents.
  • Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.

Station Manager/Lead Auditor

International Certification Services Pvt. Ltd.
Kathmandu, Nepal
11.2011 - 07.2021
  • Conducted ISO standard third party EMS, QMS, and FSMS audits (more than 500 audits) and certifications for diverse industries including healthcare, food, dairy, and IT.
  • Managed team of auditors to ensure timely completion of all projects, balancing workload across team members effectively.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality services and resolving complaints in timely manner.
  • Monitored production operations for quality and compliance with standards.
  • Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.

Program Officer/Researcher

Forum of Environmental Management and Sustainable Development (FEMSD, Nepal)
Bhaktapur, Nepal
06.2008 - 10.2011
  • Proposal writing for project, Planning, ensuring on-time implementation, and achieved success in project monitoring, conducting research work on different environmental issues like solid waste management, climate change, water monitoring including waste water monitoring and analysis, impact assessment, environmental conservation.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Maintained detailed documentation on all aspects of programs, creating accessible knowledge base for future reference.

Education

Master of Science - Computer And Information Sciences (Data Science)

South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD
05.2023 - Current

Master of Arts - Sociology

Tribhuvan University
Nepal
01.2016

Master of Science - Environment Science

Tribhuvan University
Nepal
01.2009

Bachelor of Science - Environment Science

Tribhuvan University
Nepal
01.2005

Skills

  • Basic R Programming
  • Python
  • SAS
  • SQL
  • Power BI
  • MS Office (Word, Excel, Power-point)
  • Report and presentation production
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Time management
  • Language skills: Nepali (mother tongue), English (fluent), Hindi (good)
  • Database Management
  • Data Visualization and Presentations
  • Data Mining
  • Predictive modeling
  • Report Writing
  • Data Warehousing
  • Hadoop Ecosystem
  • Apache Spark
  • Tableau
  • Data Cleaning
  • Statistics and SAS
  • Flexible Schedule

Affiliations

  • Member of Institute of Mathematical Statistics
  • Lifetime Member of Lions Club- International
  • Member of NQPCN (Network for Quality, Productivity and Competitiveness-Nepal)
  • Member of NES (Nepal Environment Society)
  • Executive Member of FEMSD (Forum of Environmental Management and Sustainable Development, Nepal)

Training

  • Introduction to Career Skills in Data Analytics, Feb 2024
  • Tableau Essential Training, Nov, 2023
  • Data-Driven Decisions with Power BI, May, 2023
  • Probability Theory: Foundation for Data Science, October, 2022
  • Essential Linear Algebra for Data Science, September, 2022
  • Introduction to Ecological Modelling in R Online, July, 2022
  • Stats from Scratch and Wiz of Data Viz (Data Science for Ecologists and Environmental Scientists) online, June, 2022
  • R Programming, June, 2022
  • Data Science: R Basics, May, 2022
  • The Fundamental of Digital Marketing, 20/04/2020
  • Training on Environmental Impact Assessment, 22nd October to 3rd November 2018
  • Training on Nepal GAP Lead Auditor/Assessor, 9th to 12th Feb 2018
  • Self-Learning e-course on Material Flow Cost Accounting (ISO 14051), 01st July 2017 to 31st Dec 2017
  • Self-Learning e-course on Food Safety Management (Advanced), 15th to 22nd Dec 2017
  • Self-Learning e-course on Food Safety Management (Basic), 9th June 2017 to 9th Nov 2017
  • E-learning course on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) for Greater market Access, 4th Nov 2015 to 6th Nov 2015
  • Participation in International Training Program on Management Systems under ITEC Scholarship Scheme 2015-16, 31st Aug 2015 to 25th Sept 2015
  • Self-learning e-course on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) for increasing Farm Productivity, Self-Sustainable Production and Market Access, 1 December 2014 to 30 April 2015
  • Training of Trainers on Energy Audit, 20th April to 23rd April 2015
  • Energy Management System Lead Auditor Training Course, Nov 17 to Nov 21, 2014
  • National Workshop on Product Certification, 3rd Nov to 5th Nov 2014
  • Diploma in Total Quality Management, Jan 2013 to Dec 2013
  • Self-learning e-Course on Green Productivity and Integrated Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001), 8 May to 7 September 2013
  • Quality Management System Lead Auditor Training Course, March 05, 2013 to March 09, 2013
  • Environmental Management System Lead Auditor Training Course, June 17, 2012 to June 21, 2012
  • Training on Cleaner Production, Joint venture of Ministry of Industry and Commerce and ICS
  • Advanced training on "Environmental Impact Assessment", 2007
  • Training course on "Remote Sensing (RS)", Dec. 11-19, 2007
  • Training on "Geographic Information System (GIS) For the Beginner", 2007
  • Computer Operator, April 28 to July 28,2002
  • Perfect office handling package in computer, 2058-05-17 to 2058-08-16 ( 2nd Sept 2001 to 1st Dec 2001)

Projects

  • Causal Inferences: Conducted causal inferences to explore the relationship between grain yield, seeding rate, and historical grain yields. This project serves as the final assignment for the statistical programming course.
  • SAS Project for INFS 762 (Data Warehousing/ Mining) Course: Developed SAS code for comprehensive analysis, utilized histograms for effective data visualization and conducted variable selection and fitted logistic, neural network, and SVM/SGD models using Weka.
  • Monte Carlo Simulation Study on Upper Confidence Bounds: Conducted a Monte Carlo simulation study to compare three upper confidence bounds for estimating random match probability in a biometric identification system.
  • Development of logistic regression models: Developed a logistic regression model for predicting species classification in an unclassified dataset of Microtus skull measurements.
  • The Passcodes Project for Modern Applied Statistics I: Conducted an exploratory analysis, performed a formal statistical analysis of the dataset, conducted post-hoc analysis, testing assumptions of models and generated prediction intervals.
  • Passcodes Project for Modern Applied Statistics II: Created a covariate, build three regression models for total UD, total DD, and total H times and utilized FDRs to evaluate the normality assumptions of residuals after fitting models for all subjects.

Timeline

Data Analyst

Department of Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Science
12.2023 - Current

Lab Assistant/Student Research Assistant

Department of Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Science
08.2023 - 12.2023

Master of Science - Computer And Information Sciences (Data Science)

South Dakota State University
05.2023 - Current

Station Manager/Lead Auditor

International Certification Services Pvt. Ltd.
11.2011 - 07.2021

Program Officer/Researcher

Forum of Environmental Management and Sustainable Development (FEMSD, Nepal)
06.2008 - 10.2011

Master of Arts - Sociology

Tribhuvan University

Master of Science - Environment Science

Tribhuvan University

Bachelor of Science - Environment Science

Tribhuvan University
Pradeep Sitaula