Oluwagbemiga AjayiOA
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Oluwagbemiga Ajayi

@oluwagbemigaajayi

Data scientist and lecturer passionate about data-driven decision making.

United States

What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that allows me to leverage my data science expertise while fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

I am a dedicated data scientist and lecturer with a strong background in information systems and data analytics. My journey has taken me through various roles, including my current position as a lecturer at Morgan State University, where I provide instruction on critical courses such as Data Wrangling with R and Data Analytics. My passion for teaching is matched by my commitment to fostering a data-driven mindset among students.

Previously, I worked as a Business Intelligence Engineer at Amazon Web Services, where I designed and developed an internal dashboard that significantly improved user experience and engagement. My research at the UMB Center for Real-time Distributed Sensing and Autonomy focused on enhancing cyber-attack detection systems, showcasing my ability to merge academic research with practical applications. I have published several peer-reviewed articles, contributing to the field of data science and machine learning.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

MU
Current

Lecturer

Morgan State University

Aug 2024 - Present (9 months)

Providing instruction to undergraduate and graduate students on Information Systems courses including Data Wrangling with R, Data Analytics: Data Visualization & Storytelling, Management Information Systems, and Digital Literacy & Application Software.

AS

Business Intelligence Engineer

Amazon Web Services

Jan 2023 - Sep 2023 (8 months)

Collaborated with security specialists on AWS Security Services GTM team to design and develop Amazon CUE, an internal dashboard for security health insights. Developed metrics for evaluating customer adoption of AWS security services and optimized SQL queries for improved user experience.

UA

RA Data Scientist

UMB Center for Real-time Distributed Sensing and Autonomy

Aug 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 4 months)

Researched knowledge transfer-based approaches for improved cyber-attack detection in intrusion detection systems. Developed models using RNN, CNN, and DNN in Google Colab and Amazon SageMaker environments.

VC

Research Data Manager

Veterans Affairs Medical Center

Aug 2018 - Sep 2022 (4 years 1 month)

Collaborated with teams to design research plans and conducted machine learning analyses on diabetes datasets. Developed a Poisson Regression model to assess mortality risk associated with COVID-19 in individuals with diabetes.

AS

Business Intelligence Engineer Intern

Amazon Web Services

May 2022 - Aug 2022 (3 months)

Designed a rule-based solution to automate the AWS Managed Services Technical Validation process. Created a QuickSight dashboard to identify common qualifying requirements for potential customers.

UC

Teaching Assistant

University of Maryland Baltimore County

Jan 2018 - Jun 2021 (3 years 5 months)

Graded homework and exams, held office hours for Data Analytics in Cybersecurity, Programming in C++, and Introduction to Computer-Based Systems courses. Assisted in teaching select topics.

US

Data Analyst

UMES Center for Access & Academic Success

Oct 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 2 months)

Curated data from student support activities and conducted product analysis to measure the impact of services on student performance using Excel.

HC

System Engineer-Junior Consultant

Hartford Green Consulting

Apr 2014 - Jan 2016 (1 year 9 months)

Developed the EnPeople HCM/payroll system and supported the EnPower Pension Administration system using the .NET platform. Conducted use case tests and end-user training.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Maryland Baltimore County logoUC

University of Maryland Baltimore County

PhD, Information Systems

2018 - 2022

Completed a PhD in Information Systems with a focus on Data Science, engaging in advanced research and coursework to enhance knowledge in data analytics and systems management.

University of Maryland Eastern Shore logoUS

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

MS, Applied Computer Science

2016 - 2017

Pursued a Master of Science in Applied Computer Science, focusing on practical applications of computer science principles and methodologies.

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology logoLT

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology

BTech, Mechanical Engineering

2005 - 2010

Earned a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering, gaining foundational knowledge in engineering principles and practices.

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