Or skim my summarized resume below:
SKILLS
Data Analysis and Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Five years of work experience in the field of GIS
- Completed coursework using advanced methods of data analysis including geospatial statistics, machine learning (Random Forest, SVM), network analysis, and spatial interaction models (log-linear statistical, gravity model)
- Very experienced using GIS software including ArcGIS, QuantumGIS (QGIS), and TileMill
- Advanced skills in Excel; experienced in SPSS and R statistical software; beginner skills in Python and SQL
Web Development and Visualization
- Intermediate skills in HTML, CSS, and Carto
- Experienced in Inkscape, Google Charts, HighCharts API, MapBox API, Google Maps API, Adobe Photoshop CS4
- Beginner skills in JavaScript and JQuery
Foreign Language
- Arabic language - Studied Modern Standard Arabic for four years and Syrian dialect for four months (2006 - 2011)
EDUCATION
University College London Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis - London, UKSeptember 2016
- Degree: Master of Science in Smart Cities and Urban Analytics
- Coursework: Spatio-Temporal Data Mining, Spatial Data Capture, Storage, and Analysis, Urban Simulation, Smart Cities: Context, Policy & Government, GIS, Quantitative Methods, Urban Systems Theory
- Dissertation Title: Assessing the Use of Spatial Interaction Models for Estimating Flows of Asylum Seekers to Europe
- Grade: 2:1 - Merit
The George Washington University - Washington, DCMay 2009
- Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Geography and International Affairs with concentration in Middle Eastern Studies
- Minor: Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- GPA: 3.68/4.0 - Magna Cum Laude
The American University in Cairo - Cairo, EgyptFall 2007
Independent Arabic Language Study - Damascus, SyriaJanuary - April 2011
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
IHS Energy Insight - Washington, DCJanuary 2014 - Present
Senior Research Analyst I, GIS - Downstream Group
- Assist analysts from a diverse range of groups at IHS with mapping and research needs, including significant work on assessment of extent of ISIL control over Iraqi and Syrian oil field production in summer of 2014.
PFC Energy (acquired by IHS) - Washington, DCFebruary 2012 - December 2013
GIS Research Analyst II - Downstream Group
- Co-created a new subscription service with projected sales over $100K; built complex interactive maps and charts visualizing extensive datasets regarding the increasingly important Midstream Liquids sector
Development Seed - Washington, DCMay - November 2011
Mapping and Data Intern - Data Team
- Gained basic knowledge of CSS and HTML, gained experience working with large Postgres/PostGIS database, enhanced my existing GIS skills by working through challenges of client projects
Henry L. Stimson Center - Washington, DCSeptember - December 2009
Intern - Regional Voices Project
US Bureau of the Census - Suitland, MDSummer 2008
Office Automation Clerk - Geography Division
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Jasmine Fund - DC, NYC, BOSOct 2012 - 2013
Designer, Strategist, Logistics
- Assist with web maintenance, infographic design, strategy, and event planning for a fundraising organization supporting Syrian Refugees
Pakathon - Boston, MASept 13-15, 2013
Designer - Data Visualization and Web Development
- Managed a group of four participants in developing a website featuring an interactive map of sectarian target killings in Pakistan during a weekend-long hackathon-style event; Coverage by Dawn print newspaper and Dawn.com
HarassMap.org - Cairo, EgyptApril - May 2011
Volunteer
Andrea's Beau, LLC - Washington, DCDecember 2009 - December 2010
Executive Assistant, Business Development Specialist
AYUSA Global Youth Exchange - Washington, DCJune, August; 2009 - 2011
Cross Cultural Facilitator, Arrival and Departure Orientations
The George Washington University Language Center - Washington, DCSeptember 2008 - May 2009
Arabic Tutor and Media Room Assistant
International Rescue Committee - Washington, DCMarch - June 2008
Volunteer
AUC - STAR (Student Action for Refugees) - Cairo, EgyptFall 2007
English Teacher