Gulnaz Bazar
@gulnazbazar
Data analyst skilled in machine learning and data visualization.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated data analyst with a strong background in machine learning and data visualization. My recent role as a Research Analyst at the University of Essex involved developing time-series forecasting models that achieved an impressive 86% accuracy in predicting financial pricing patterns. I excel in translating complex data insights into actionable recommendations for non-technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
Previously, I worked at Smart Satu Global, where I significantly reduced marketing expenses by 23% through in-depth analysis of retail datasets. My experience also includes co-founding an EdTech startup, where I led the development of a full-stack web platform that scaled to over 10,000 users in its first year. I am passionate about leveraging data to drive business growth and enhance user engagement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Research Analyst
University of Essex
Jan 2023 - Aug 2023 (7 months)
Developed time-series data forecasting models for financial pricing patterns, achieving 86% accuracy. Mapped data structures to support dashboards and reports, aligning with strategic business objectives. Presented insights to non-technical stakeholders, highlighting actionable recommendations for process improvements.
Data Analyst
Smart Satu Global
Jun 2021 - Sep 2022 (1 year 3 months)
Reduced marketing expenses by 23% through in-depth analysis of retail-oriented datasets in Python, optimizing targeted campaigns based on in-App user behavior. Built Power BI dashboards to track B2B KPIs, driving a 34% increase in user activity. Conducted A/B experiments and analyzed results, increasing feature adoption by 15% through targeted recommendations.
Co-founder and CTO
Profmentors.com
Jan 2020 - May 2021 (1 year 4 months)
Secured $30K in funding by winning an EU startup competition and presented the product to a panel of investors. Led the development of a full-stack web platform using Python (Django) and JavaScript (React), scaling it to over 10K users within the first year. Implemented user analytics and dashboards in Tableau, resulting in a 15% increase in retention by identifying key engagement metrics.
Data Analyst
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Sep 2019 - Dec 2019 (3 months)
Built SQL-based reporting solutions, reducing project timelines by 22% and improving data quality. Developed interactive dashboards in Power BI to visualize client financials, enabling faster decision-making for stakeholders. Conducted exploratory data analysis (EDA) on client datasets, uncovering trends that contributed to 12% cost savings.
Product Manager
CenterCreditBank Kazakhstan
Aug 2016 - Aug 2019 (3 years)
Spearheaded the launch of a mobile banking app, achieving 25K downloads in six months by implementing customer-centric features informed by user research. Analyzed customer behavior and trends using SQL and Tableau, identifying key areas for product improvement. Streamlined product development workflows, reducing the time to market for new features by 15%.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Essex
Master of Data Science, Data Science
Engaged in advanced coursework covering Data Analysis with R, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning. Developed expertise in SQL Databases and explored the ethical implications of AI.
Kazakh-British Technical University
Bachelor of Economics and Business, Economics and Business
Completed core coursework in Statistics, Information Technology, and Calculus. Gained foundational knowledge in Project Management, preparing for a career in business.
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