Shin Okawachi
@shinokawachi
Ph.D. researcher specializing in Social Science and AI training.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Ph.D. researcher with extensive experience in Social Science, currently serving as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Kobe University. My academic journey has been marked by a commitment to teaching and research, having lectured over 200 students in Sociology and Cultural Sociology across various prestigious institutions. My passion for education is complemented by my role as a Freelance Artificial Intelligence Trainer, where I have dedicated over 500 hours to projects at ScaleAI.
Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my contributions to the field, including being selected as a special researcher by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science and receiving scholarships for my studies abroad. My research endeavors have not only enriched my academic profile but have also allowed me to engage with international academic communities, enhancing my understanding of global perspectives in Social Science.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance AI Trainer
ScaleAI
Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Worked on multiple AI training projects, dedicating over 500 hours to enhance machine learning models and improve AI performance.
Postdoctoral Researcher
Kobe University
Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Conducted advanced research in Social Science as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Kobe University, contributing to various academic projects and publications.
Part-time Lecturer
Kobe University
Apr 2024 - May 2024 (1 month)
Instructed 80 students in Sociology at the Faculty of Letters, focusing on foundational sociological theories and applications.
Part-time Lecturer
Kobe City College of Nursing
Apr 2024 - May 2024 (1 month)
Delivered lectures on Sociology to 20 nursing students, integrating sociological perspectives into healthcare education.
Part-time Lecturer
Ritsumeikan University
Apr 2024 - May 2024 (1 month)
Taught Cultural Sociology to 150 students, fostering critical thinking and cultural awareness through sociological frameworks.
Part-time Lecturer
Kobe University
Apr 2022 - Jan 2023 (9 months)
Lectured over 200 students on the basics of Sociology at the Institute for Promotion of Higher Education, enhancing their understanding of social concepts.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kobe University
Doctorate, Social Science
2022 - 2022
Completed a Doctorate degree focusing on Social Science.
Osaka City University
Master’s, Social Science
2013 - 2013
Completed a Master’s degree with a focus on advanced studies in Social Science.
Komazawa University
Bachelor’s, Social Science
2011 - 2011
Completed a Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, laying the foundation for further studies.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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