Vihaan Shah
@vihaanshah
Data scientist passionate about leveraging AI for impactful solutions.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated data scientist with a Master of Science in Data Science from Indiana University Bloomington. My professional journey has been marked by a commitment to innovation and excellence in the field of data analysis and machine learning. Currently, I am a Data Scientist Researcher at Indiana University, where I conduct NLP-driven analysis to identify cognitive distortions linked to depression, earning a fellowship for my contributions to mental health research. My work has significantly advanced AI applications in psychological assessment, showcasing my ability to merge technology with social impact.
Previously, I worked at Hi-Tech Digital Solutions LLP, where I led the development of a facial recognition model that achieved 98% precision, drastically reducing fraudulent sign-ins. My expertise in data visualization and analytics has empowered marketing teams to derive actionable insights, resulting in improved campaign performance. I have a strong foundation in deep learning techniques, having developed models for image segmentation and classification that have saved significant operational costs. My passion for mentoring is reflected in my role as a Teaching Assistant, where I guide student teams in data science projects, fostering a collaborative and engaging learning environment.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Teaching Assistant
Indiana University
Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Mentored student teams in data science projects, achieving a high project submission rate and improving student satisfaction scores. Reviewed and provided feedback on project reports, enhancing project efficiency.
Data Scientist Researcher
Indiana University
Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Conducted NLP-driven analysis on social media language to identify cognitive distortions linked to depression, earning a fellowship for innovation in mental health research. Automated cataloging of manuscripts using Python and NLP, improving data extraction and classification. Developed an LLM to analyze ancient Arabic texts, enhancing historical text interpretation.
Data Scientist
Hi-Tech Digital Solutions LLP
Apr 2021 - Aug 2023 (2 years 4 months)
Led the development of a facial recognition model achieving high precision and reducing fraud. Designed marketing analytics dashboards, improving data visibility and driving insights. Developed an Image Segmentation model and PowerBI dashboards, enhancing operational efficiency and productivity.
Data Research Intern
CSRBOX
Oct 2020 - Dec 2020 (2 months)
Performed EDA and feature engineering on large datasets, enhancing data mining efficiency. Optimized data storage and ETL pipelines, ensuring scalability and reliability for large-scale analysis.
Education
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Indiana University Bloomington
Master of Science, Data Science
2023 - 2025
Pursuing a Master of Science in Data Science, focusing on advanced data analysis techniques, machine learning, and natural language processing to drive innovation in data-driven decision making.
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