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Rakim Lyles

@rakimlyles

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Research-driven leader optimizing remote talent systems with AI and workforce analytics.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a remote senior role where I can apply PhD-level research and analytics to scale AI-driven talent platforms, improve onboarding, and enhance candidate-job matching.

I am a PhD-trained researcher and practitioner specializing in digital talent matching, remote workforce optimization, and AI-aided recruitment systems. I combine academic research with hands-on implementation to design data-driven onboarding frameworks, predictive models, and ATS-optimized resume systems.

As a Senior Remote Systems & Talent Optimization Consultant, I improved candidate match accuracy by 35%, reduced onboarding time by 25%, and increased resume shortlisting through structured keyword mapping. I led workshops, advised organizations on remote structure, and supervised graduate research in workforce analytics.

I seek to apply doctoral-level research, analytical thinking, and structured communication to help remote-first organizations scale workforce platforms, automate resume optimization, and improve talent matching using evidence-based methods.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Remote Systems Consultant

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Independent Consultant

Jan 2021 - Present (5 years 2 months)

Designed digital onboarding frameworks and built predictive models to improve candidate-job alignment, improving match accuracy by 35% and reducing onboarding completion time by 25%. Led workshops and advised companies on remote workforce structure and ATS-optimized resume systems.

Onboarding predictive modeling Workforce Analytics Remote Operations Workshop Facilitation Data Analysis

Operations & Analytics Manager

California-Based Enterprise

Jan 2017 - Jan 2021 (4 years)

Managed cross-functional hybrid and remote teams and implemented KPI dashboards and digital transition initiatives, increasing departmental efficiency by 28% and transitioning 70% of operations online.

Operations Management Data Analysis Dashboarding Digital Transformation Process Mapping Team Leadership Performance Analytics CRM

Administrative & Customer Supervisor

California-Based Employer

Jan 2014 - Jan 2017 (3 years)

Supervised service teams and maintained CRM and client communication systems while implementing performance tracking models to streamline operations and improve service delivery.

Team Supervision CRM Management Client Communication Performance Tracking Process Improvement Documentation Customer Operations Reporting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of California

Doctor of Philosophy, Organizational Leadership & Digital Workforce Systems

Activities and societies: Doctoral research on digital recruitment automation, published articles on remote team efficiency, supervised graduate research, conference presentations.

Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership & Digital Workforce Systems with dissertation on optimizing remote talent matching using data-driven profiling and predictive modeling.

California State University

Master of Science, Business Analytics

Activities and societies: Graduate-level coursework and projects in predictive analytics, statistical modeling, and data visualization.

Master of Science in Business Analytics focused on statistical modeling, predictive analytics, organizational performance systems, and data visualization.