- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
- Supporting STEM education initiatives and mentorship programs
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Team Sports
- Coding and Programming
Ranjan Joseph
Senior Statistician/ Math Instructor
Port Jefferson Station,NY
Summary
Experienced statistician and educator with expertise in mathematics, statistics, and data and business analytics. I am skilled in teaching various mathematical and statistical courses at high school, college, and university levels.
Analytical professional with robust background in statistics and data-driven decision-making. Extensive experience in developing complex models and interpreting large datasets to drive business strategies. Highly reliable team player with strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to shifting priorities.
Proficient in statistical software and programming languages.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Statistician
Coordinating Secretariat for Science Technology & Innovation (COSTI), Presently Called as National Innovation Agency (NIA) of Sri Lanka
04.2013 - 07.2018
- Data collection and Analysing Data in STI sphere across research institutes and universities to support Coordinating and Monitoring Research Activities in Sri Lanka (SL)
- Member in a team developing Monitoring Framework for the existing coordinating framework of STI in SL, developing Sri Lanka Innovation Index (SLINDEX) to measure provincial innovation, developing KPIs to monitor STI Interface using SLINDEX, Working closely with World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) on STI data, Conducting Surveys in STI sphere in SL.
- Designing, organizing and conducting national level surveys on Climate Change.
Coordinator - Combined Mathematics for Lyceum Schools
Lyceum International School
01.2006 - 09.2012
- Coordinating the Combined Mathematics stream in all Lyceum Schools (five schools).
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Advanced Level Mathematics/Statistics Teacher.
Lecturer in Mathematics and Statistic
Royal Institute of Higher Education (Degree Division)
03.2002 - 12.2005
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework in the B.Sc. Programs in Economics and Management (External Degree), offered by the London School of Economics.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
Temporary Instructor in Mathematics
University of Colombo- Faculty of Science
09.1999 - 03.2002
- Teaching Math and Statistics for the B.Sc. and B.A. (Math) degree programs
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
- Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
Visiting Lecturer
Sri Lanka Aviation College Air Lanka
05.2016 - Current
- Teaching Math and Quantitative Techniques courses in the B.Sc. (Aircraft Engineering) Undergraduate program offered by Kingston University, UK.
- Implemented formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust lesson plans accordingly for optimal results.
- Evaluated student performance fairly and consistently through multiple assessment methods, ensuring accurate representation of each individual''s skills and knowledge base.
- Provided constructive feedback on student assignments, offering guidance for improvement in future work.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, incorporating innovative strategies for improved student outcomes.
Visiting Lecturer
University of Vocational Technology
09.2018 - Current
- Teaching decision-making techniques, probability and statistics, operational research, engineering economics, and material and inventory management courses for the B.Sc. In technology programs.
- Increased student engagement by utilizing multimedia resources in lecture presentations and classroom activities.
- Conducted research to stay up-to-date with current trends in education and subject matter expertise, ensuring relevant course material for students.
- Utilized distance learning technology to instruct students remotely (hybrid programs)
Visiting Lecturer
National Institute of Business Management
05.2021 - 03.2023
- a) Teaching Operational Research, Transportation Decision Analysis, Statistics, and Math Foundation courses in the B.Sc. Degree programs in Logistics Management.
- b) Teaching R programming and Python programming in data analytics programs for professionals.
- Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and approaches tailored to individual learning styles.
- Evaluated student performance fairly and consistently through multiple assessment methods, ensuring accurate representation of each individual''s skills and knowledge base.
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
Education
Master of Science - Business Analytics
Mercy University
Manhattan, New York 05.2001 -
Master of Science - Applied Statistics
University of Peradeniya
Sri LankaBachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Colombo
05.2001 -
Certificate Course - Data Analytics Using R And SPSS
University of Colombo
Colombo, Sri Lanka 05.2001 -
Certificate - Intellectual Property
World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
05.2001 -
Skills
College Mathematics (Algebra, Geometry, Calculus and Trigonometry) (Expert)
Sports and Other Activities
Cricket, Basketball and Cycling Athletics- track events (100m, 200m- college and university) Teaching Sign Language Reading- different cultures, novels, history of math, current affairs
Affiliations
- Institute of Applied Statistics of Sri Lanka (life member)
- Sri Lanka Evaluation Association (life member)
Publications
- Sri Lanka Innovation Index (2013)
- Comparison of Variance Component Analysis tools: Henderson Methods (Submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the M.Sc. degree in Applied Statistics)
- Developing Probability Density for Average Rainfall data in each district in Sri Lanka (2014)
- Pattern of Arrivals of Tourists in Sri Lanka (2014)
- Exports Revealed Comparative Advantage in International Trade: A Study Based on Exports in Sri Lanka (2021)
- Optimization of Vehicle Routing for Waste Collection and Transportation in Ratmalana Area in Sri Lanka (2021)
- Optimization of Waste Collection and Transportation in Ratmalana Area in Sri Lanka (2021)
- An Empirical Analysis of Export Market Competitiveness of the Spice Sector of Sri Lanka (2021)
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of National Innovation Agency (NIA) of Sri Lanka in the development of Sri Lanka Innovation Index (SLINDEX), which measures the innovativeness across the country.
- Member of the selection committee of the Invent Grant Scheme for Sri Lankan inventors, organized by the Sri Lanka Inventor’s Commission in 2018 and 2019.
- Member of the Jury- Evaluation Committee of the Sri Lanka Inventor’s Commission from 2016 to 2021.
- Committee Member- Big Data for Education, which is meant to study how big data can be utilized to improve the quality of school education in Sri Lanka, Organized by the National Science Foundation-Sri Lanka in 2017.
- Committee member to revise the science education in schools in Sri Lanka effective from 2021/2022, held at the National Institute of Education, Sri Lanka in December 2018.
Certification
Intellectual Property Training at the National Intellectual Property Organization of Sri Lanka (NIPO), in collaboration with WIPO.
Interests
Timeline
Visiting Lecturer
National Institute of Business Management
05.2021 - 03.2023
Visiting Lecturer
University of Vocational Technology
09.2018 - Current
Visiting Lecturer
Sri Lanka Aviation College Air Lanka
05.2016 - Current
Senior Statistician
Coordinating Secretariat for Science Technology & Innovation (COSTI), Presently Called as National Innovation Agency (NIA) of Sri Lanka
04.2013 - 07.2018
Coordinator - Combined Mathematics for Lyceum Schools
Lyceum International School
01.2006 - 09.2012
Lecturer in Mathematics and Statistic
Royal Institute of Higher Education (Degree Division)
03.2002 - 12.2005
Master of Science - Business Analytics
Mercy University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Colombo
05.2001 -
Certificate Course - Data Analytics Using R And SPSS
University of Colombo
05.2001 -
Certificate - Intellectual Property
World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
05.2001 -
Temporary Instructor in Mathematics
University of Colombo- Faculty of Science
09.1999 - 03.2002
Master of Science - Applied Statistics
University of Peradeniya
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