King Yiu Suen
@kingyiusuen
Data scientist and research engineer specializing in NLP and machine learning.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated research engineer with a Ph.D. in Quantitative and Psychometric Methods from the University of Minnesota. My expertise lies in fine-tuning NLP models and implementing machine learning techniques for various applications, including algorithmic trading and automated scoring systems. I have a strong background in statistical analysis and data visualization, which I leverage to drive impactful insights.
Throughout my career, I have successfully published and presented scientific papers, showcasing my commitment to advancing knowledge in the field. My experience spans across multiple roles, including data scientist and research assistant, where I have honed my skills in Python, R, and SQL. I am passionate about using technology to solve complex problems and improve processes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Research Engineer
Fano Labs
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Fine-tuned pre-trained NLP models for processing and analyzing call center transcripts, including punctuation restoration, machine translation, and named entity recognition. Benchmarked LLM performance across multiple business use cases and optimized prompts to improve model performance and output quality.
Data Scientist
JKL Group
Feb 2023 - Oct 2023 (8 months)
Implemented and backtested machine learning methods for algorithmic trading in the cryptocurrency market. Collected historical market data from cryptocurrency exchange REST APIs and stored data in a SQL database.
Data Science Intern
National Board of Medical Examiners
Jun 2022 - Dec 2022 (6 months)
Developed proof-of-concepts for automated scoring of text responses in medical licensure exams using NLP models. Co-authored two workshop papers.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Sep 2017 - Dec 2022 (5 years 3 months)
Delivered weekly tutorial sections to review statistical concepts and R programming. Held office hours and individual meetings to provide guidance for students on course materials.
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Sep 2017 - Dec 2022 (5 years 3 months)
Conducted research on statistical methods for analyzing psychological test response data, with a focus on item response models and computerized adaptive testing. Designed and conducted Monte Carlo simulation studies, transforming and visualizing resulting data using R.
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University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Ph.D., Quantitative and Psychometric Methods
Undertook doctoral research focusing on quantitative and psychometric methods. Specialized in advanced statistical modeling and measurement theories applicable to social and behavioral sciences.
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
M.S., Statistics
Completed a Master of Science degree in Statistics. Developed strong analytical skills and expertise in statistical inference, regression analysis, and experimental design.
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
B.Scs, Psychology, Minor in Statistics
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Statistics. Gained a comprehensive understanding of psychological principles and developed foundational statistical analysis skills.
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