Collins Ugwuozor
@collinsugwuozor
Versatile Data Scientist with expertise in Statistical analysis and Financial Engineering.
What I'm looking for
I am a data scientist with a strong academic background, holding an MSc in Geophysics and a Master’s in Financial Engineering. My Microsoft Certification as an Azure Data Scientist complements my practical experience in leveraging data-driven insights to optimize business processes. I have successfully held key positions at Global Energy Company, GEC Energy Solutions, and Veegil, where I utilized my skills in Python, SQL, and various data science libraries to drive impactful results.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated my ability to lead teams and collaborate effectively with cross-functional groups. At Veegil Technologies, I spearheaded the development of software solutions that enhanced application features by 30% and improved user engagement significantly. My commitment to continuous improvement is evident in my proactive approach to creating new processes and optimizing workflows, resulting in increased team productivity and customer satisfaction.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Team Lead
Veegil Technologies
Jan 2025 - Present (6 months)
Collaborated with app development teams, UI/UX designers, and product managers to deliver effective software solutions, leading to successful CMS completion and within budget. Coordinated software application testing to ensure responsiveness, performance, and efficiency, contributing to a 30% decrease in customer-reported issues. Managed technical documentation and version control on platforms lik
Data Scientist
Veegil
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Developed and deployed Large Language Models (LLMs) for fact verification and chatbot interactions, and built a curative algorithm to populate user feeds, increasing user engagement and retention by 30%. Gathered and pre-processed large datasets using web scraping tools like Beautiful Soup and Pandas, and conducted in-depth exploratory data analysis using Python. Created interactive and static vis
Junior Data Scientist
GEC Energy Solutions
Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 6 months)
Analyzed data in Excel and utilized SQL queries to optimize sample location tracking and extract relevant data, improving database management efficiency by 10%. Developed and maintained a comprehensive data dictionary and collaborated on data quality checks, resulting in a 30% reduction in data errors. Designed data validation techniques and pipelines, and developed robust Python code for complex
Geoscientist
Global Energy Company Limited
Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 6 months)
Conducted research and analysis in nannofossil biostratigraphy, analyzing over 50 wells in the Niger Delta for major oil clients. Authored over 50 technical reports on high-resolution biostratigraphic and sequence stratigraphy analyses, integrating seismic, biostratigraphic, and well log data. Provided technical geoscience support and mentorship, effectively addressing complex geological problems.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Worldquant University
MSc. Data Science in Finance, Data Science in Finance
Grade: 90 out of 100 (Excellent)
Graduated with a CPA of 90 out of 100 (Excellent). Focused on the application of data science principles within the financial sector.
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
BSc. Geology, Geology
Grade: 3.4 out of 5.0 (2.2)
Graduated with a CGPA of 3.4 out of 5.0 (2.2). Focused on fundamental geological principles and their applications.
Worldquant University
Statistical Analysis and Machine Learning, Statistical Analysis and Machine Learning
Grade: Honours
Graduated with Honours, focusing on advanced statistical methods and machine learning algorithms. Gained expertise in data analysis and predictive modeling.
University of Lagos
MSc. Geophysics, Geophysics
Grade: 3.5 out of 5.0 (2.1)
Graduated with a CGPA of 3.5 out of 5.0 (2.1). Studied advanced concepts in geophysics, including seismic interpretation and earth sciences.
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