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I am a seasoned data scientist with 7+ years of experience and a robust background in data analysis, statistical modelling, data annotation, machine learning, data management and training development across both R&D and academia. I have great experience in using R for data manipulation and writing code for automated analysis pipelines. I am also skilled in Python and SQL. My strengths lie in statistical programming, workflow optimization, and cross-functional team coordination, with a strong passion for turning data into actionable insights. I thrive at the intersection of research and technology, and my career ambition is to continue driving impact through innovative, data-driven solutions that bridge science, policy, and development.…I am a seasoned data scientist with 7+ years of experience and a robust background in data analysis, statistical modelling, data annotation, machine learning, data management and training development across both R&D and academia. I have great experience in using R for data manipulation and writing code for automated analysis pipelines. I am also skilled in Python and SQL. My strengths lie in statistical programming, workflow optimization, and cross-functional team coordination, with a strong passion for turning data into actionable insights. I thrive at the intersection of research and technology, and my career ambition is to continue driving impact through innovative, data-driven solutions that bridge science, policy, and development.

Victor Muthama Musau

Data Scientist, Data Analyst, Data Annotator, +4

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I am a seasoned data scientist with 7+ years of experience and a robust background in data analysis, statistical modelling, data annotation, machine learning, data management and training development across both R&D and academia. I have great experience in using R for data manipulation and writing code for automated analysis pipelines. I am also skilled in Python and SQL. My strengths lie in statistical programming, workflow optimization, and cross-functional team coordination, with a strong passion for turning data into actionable insights. I thrive at the intersection of research and technology, and my career ambition is to continue driving impact through innovative, data-driven solutions that bridge science, policy, and development.…I am a seasoned data scientist with 7+ years of experience and a robust background in data analysis, statistical modelling, data annotation, machine learning, data management and training development across both R&D and academia. I have great experience in using R for data manipulation and writing code for automated analysis pipelines. I am also skilled in Python and SQL. My strengths lie in statistical programming, workflow optimization, and cross-functional team coordination, with a strong passion for turning data into actionable insights. I thrive at the intersection of research and technology, and my career ambition is to continue driving impact through innovative, data-driven solutions that bridge science, policy, and development.

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I am a seasoned data scientist with 7+ years of experience and a robust background in data analysis, statistical modelling, data annotation, machine learning, data management and training development across both R&D and academia.

I have great experience in using R for data manipulation and writing code for automated analysis pipelines. I am also skilled in Python and SQL. My strengths lie in statistical programming, workflow optimization, and cross-functional team coordination, with a strong passion for turning data into actionable insights. I thrive at the intersection of research and technology, and my career ambition is to continue driving impact through innovative, data-driven solutions that bridge science, policy, and development.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Swahili

Fluent

Work Experience

AI Data Annotator at RWS Group and SME Work, Inc.

August 1, 2025 - Present

Annotated and categorized 50,000+ data points (text, image, and audio) with ≥98% accuracy, improving training dataset reliability for AI models. Conducted quality assurance reviews on 10,000+ annotations, reducing labeling errors by 30% and ensuring adherence to project guidelines. Applied Reinforcement Learning with Human Feedback (RLHF) to refine model outputs, contributing to measurable improvements in response relevance and accuracy. Ensured 100% compliance with data privacy and security protocols maintaining zero data breach incidents. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to accelerate annotation workflows by 20% through guideline clarification and process improvements.

Data Informatics Manager at International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT)

June 1, 2023 - Present

Data management for CIMMYT's plant breeding programs; designed experimental frameworks for breeding trials using Enterprise Breeding System (EBS); curated national/regional breeding data and uploaded to EBS; led digitization and software adoption; headed a mobile crop imaging initiative (Image Safari) for AI phenotyping model training; conducted capacity building and training workshops; supervised 6 field technicians and developed digital data collection workflows (Fieldbook App, ODK, KoBo Toolbox); built automated data analysis pipelines in R and executive dashboards with Shiny; supported TRICOT on-farm trials and weather data extraction for trial locations; analyzed phenotypic data with Bioflow.

Part-time Lecturer at Kenyatta University

September 1, 2022 - May 31, 2023

Facilitated lectures, discussion sections and tutorials; graded assignments, programming assignments and exams; prepared answer keys and supplementary notes.

Lecturer at Kirinyaga University

February 1, 2021 - June 30, 2023

Facilitated discussion sections and lectures, graded assignments, exams and projects; lectured Bachelors and Masters students; supervised research projects; served as Assistant Examination Coordinator; contributed to Curriculum Development and DRIG committees.

WHO Consultant (Covid-19 data management and analysis) at World Health Organization (WHO) / Ministry of Health, Kenya

January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021

Provided data management and statistical analysis services for Covid-19 assessment; collaborated with Ministry of Health Kenya on epidemiological data analysis and reporting.

Team Member - Employee Satisfaction and Work Environment (Nakuru Survey) at Department of Health, County Government of Nakuru

January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017

Contributed to Employee Satisfaction and Work Environment assessment in Nakuru (2016); funded by WHO (2017).

Team Member - Employee Satisfaction and Work Environment at Department of Health, County Government of Bungoma (funded by WHO)

January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017

Participated in Employee Satisfaction and Work Environment assessment for Bungoma County; funded by WHO (2017).

Part-time Lecturer at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016

Facilitated discussion sections and tutorials; graded assignments, programming assignments, exams and projects; prepared answer keys and supplementary notes; supervised Bachelor student projects.

Education

Ph.D. at University of Padova, Italy

October 2, 2017 - December 31, 2020

Core subjects: Functional Analysis, Probability Theory, Theory of Statistical Inference, Spatial Statistics, Time series Analysis, Applied Multivariate Techniques and Generalized Linear Mixed Models. Thesis title: Model-based Clustering using Quantile Regression.

M.Sc. at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (KENYA)

January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015

B.Sc. at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (KENYA)

May 3, 2010 - June 28, 2013

Ph.D. in Statistical Sciences at University of Padova, Italy

January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021

M.Sc. in Applied Statistics at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (KENYA)

January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015

B.Sc. in Actuarial Science at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (KENYA)

January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013