SummaryDemonstrated ability to analyze datasets, draw conclusions, and converse with professionals from diverse subject areas Diverse, in-depth experience with exploratory data analysis, categorical data analysis and classification methods, linear regression and shrinkage, PCA, factor analysis, clustering techniques, mixed effects models, repeated measures, survival analysis, probability distribution fitting, and experimental design Enthusiastic, self-motivated problem solver who can work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team Detail-oriented professional with outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent oral and written communication skills HighlightsR, Matlab, SAS, SAS Enterprise, JMP, and SPSSProficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word, and Outlook)Lean Six Sigma White BeltLean Six Sigma Yellow BeltCertified Six Sigma Green Belt (American Society for Quality) ExperienceDATA ANALYST STATISTICIAN,06 2016toPresentOhsu Klamath Falls,OR,Used descriptive statistics to assist auditors with control testing of various internal procedures.Used correlations and linear regression to describe audit rating trends and performance across the organization.Communicated findings with business partners, auditors, and managers.Produced written reports of statistical findings and conclusions for audit reporting and communicated them to individuals with varied understanding of statistics.GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANT,08 2012toPresentUniversity Of Tennessee Knoxville City,STATE,Taught nine consecutive semesters, and two summer courses.Taught over 1000 students over the course of four years.Collected, analyzed, and processed all necessary data to complete dissertation research.Determined sample sizes, designed experiments, and completed all statistical analyses (generalized linear mixed models, PCA, factor analysis, multivariate methods, etc.) for dissertation research. EducationMaster of Science Business Analytics and Statistics,Expected inMay 2017toUNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE-KNOXVILLE,TNGPA Business Analytics and Statistics 4.00Doctorate of Philosophy Ecology And Evolutionary Biology,Expected inMay 2017toUNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE-KNOXVILLE,TNGPA Date Defended February 6, 2017Date Conferred May 11, 2017Bachelor of Arts Biology,Expected in2012toCOLLEGE OF THE HOLY CROSS-WORCESTER,MAGPA Biology 3.83 Magna Cum Laude Member of Phi Beta Kappa SkillsStatistical software (Matlab, R, SAS, JMP, Minitab), Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, Word), Lean - Six Sigma  SEP  Role - Business Analyst - Mobile Location - Louisville, KY (Onsite) Responsibilities Evaluating business processes, anticipating requirements, uncovering areas for improvement, and developing and implementing solutions. Leading ongoing reviews of business processes and developing optimization strategies. Staying up-to-date on the latest process and IT advancements to automate and modernize systems. Conducting meetings and presentations to share ideas and findings. Performing requirements analysis. Documenting and communicating the results of your efforts. Effectively communicating your insights and plans to cross-functional team members and management. Gathering critical information from meetings with various stakeholders and producing useful reports. Working closely with clients, technicians, and managerial staff. Providing leadership, training, coaching, and guidance to junior staff. Allocating resources and maintaining cost efficiency. Ensuring solutions meet business needs and requirements. Performing user acceptance testing. Managing projects, developing project plans, and monitoring performance. Updating, implementing, and maintaining procedures. Prioritizing initiatives based on business needs and requirements. Serving as a liaison between stakeholders and users. Managing competing resources and priorities. Monitoring deliverables and ensuring timely completion of projects. Requirements A bachelor s degree in ITComputer Science or related field or an MBA. 10 years of experience in business analysis or a related field. Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills. The ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to determine acceptable solutions. Advanced technical skills. Excellent documentation skills. Fundamental analytical and conceptual thinking skills. Experience creating detailed reports and giving presentations. Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook. A track record of following through on commitments. Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills. Experience leading and developing top-performing teams. A history of leading and supporting successful projects.