Open to opportunities

Ebuka Ibeke

@ebukaibeke

Message

Solution-oriented Data Scientist with expertise in AI and Machine Learning.

United Kingdom

Message

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, where I can leverage my data expertise to drive impactful business decisions and contribute to a dynamic team environment.

I am a solution-oriented Data Scientist with a strong background in AI, Machine Learning, and data mining. My expertise lies in delivering data-driven solutions that translate into tangible business value. I have successfully built a delivery model that generates over £6.5 million annually, showcasing my ability to transform raw data into clear, compelling narratives and actionable intelligence for stakeholders.

Currently, I serve as the Data Science Project Lead and Course Leader at Robert Gordon University, where I lead complex Data Analytics projects and develop organizational data infrastructure. My role involves advising on cultural changes based on data findings, which has resulted in an 85% increase in data trust and a 93% boost in data consistency. I am passionate about mentoring and have trained junior analysts, significantly improving their performance and client satisfaction.

With a Ph.D. in Computing Science and extensive teaching experience, I am dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for students. I have developed and delivered various modules in Business and Data Analytics, ensuring that students acquire essential skills for their future careers. I am eager to continue making impactful contributions in the field of data science.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Data Science Project Lead/Course Leader, MSc Business Analytics

Current

Robert Gordon University

Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)

Led the initiation and oversight of complex Data Analytics projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Identified gaps, curated data, and explored opportunities and barriers to filling these gaps, which increased data trust by 85%.

Data Analytics Data Infrastructure CRM Systems Stakeholder Management

Current

Lecturer in Business/Data Analytics

Current

Robert Gordon University

Jun 2019 - Present (6 years 1 month)

Built and delivered Business and Data Analytics modules, incorporating Data Visualisation with Tableau, Predictive, Prescriptive, and Cluster & Segmentation modelling using Python, RapidMiner, Alteryx, and IBM Watson. Supervised undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD research projects.

Business Analytics Data Analytics Tableau Python RapidMiner Alteryx IBM Watson

Data Analyst

Stark Building Materials UK

Jul 2022 - Apr 2024 (1 year 9 months)

Built a delivery model that generated over £6.5 million annually. Trained and mentored 6 junior analysts on best practices in price modelling using SQL and Python, resulting in a 50% reduction in errors and a 30% increase in client satisfaction.

Data Analysis Power BI SQL Python

Lecturer in Computing Science

Robert Gordon University

Sep 2016 - Sep 2018 (2 years)

Taught tutorial and laboratory sessions for Database Management, Database Systems, and Big Data Analytics and Visualisation for over 280 MSc and 177 BSc Computer Science students. Developed Machine Learning module contents for both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Database Management DataBase Systems Big Data Analytics Machine Learning Curriculum Development Teaching

Lecturer in Software Development

North East Scotland College

Aug 2018 - May 2019 (9 months)

Remodeled and delivered 9 modules in Software Development (using Python), Database Management (SQL), and Web Development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), and Data Security. Coordinated student support and assessment activities.

Software Development Python Database Management SQL Web Development HTML CSS JavaScript Data Security

Teaching Assistant

The University of Aberdeen

Sep 2015 - Dec 2015 (3 months)

Moderated discussions, tutorials, and laboratory sessions for the Introduction to Python module. Provided support to students in project designs and implementation.

Python Teaching Assistant Implementation Academic Support

Data Analyst - Research & Development

The University of Aberdeen

Oct 2014 - Apr 2015 (6 months)

Contributed to project development including design, methods, and analysis. Collected, prepared, and analysed both structured and unstructured data in texts, JSON, and XML.

Data Analysis Research & Development Data Collection

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Robert Gordon University

M.SC IN INFORMATION ENGINEERING, Information Engineering

Grade: DISTINCTION

Developed a model for analyzing sentiments from data, specifically focusing on Tweets. Achieved a Distinction, demonstrating high proficiency in the field.

University of Aberdeen

PH.D IN COMPUTING SCIENCE, Computing Science

Developed a model for Contrastive Opinion Mining, focusing on Data Mining and Machine Learning Modelling. This research contributed to advanced techniques in data analysis.

Nnamdi Azikiwe University

B.SC IN COMPUTER SCIENCE, Computer Science

Grade: 2:1 CGPA: 4.21/5.00

Developed a Text-to-Speech Scientific Calculator software for the visually impaired. Graduated with a 2:1 CGPA, showcasing strong foundational knowledge in computer science.