Hi, I’m Mustapha Ojo. I’m a market research analyst and survey design specialist with a strong track record in financial services. I design robust screener and demographic questionnaires, optimize survey instruments, and translate data into actionable insights to support strategic decisions. I thrive in cross-functional collaboration and excel at delivering high-quality research outputs under tight timelines. I’m fluent in English, detail-oriented, and I rely on quantitative analysis and applied research to inform business choices. I enjoy turning complex data into clear, decision-ready findings and continuously refining instruments based on stakeholder feedback and data quality feedback.

Mustapha Ojo

Hi, I’m Mustapha Ojo. I’m a market research analyst and survey design specialist with a strong track record in financial services. I design robust screener and demographic questionnaires, optimize survey instruments, and translate data into actionable insights to support strategic decisions. I thrive in cross-functional collaboration and excel at delivering high-quality research outputs under tight timelines. I’m fluent in English, detail-oriented, and I rely on quantitative analysis and applied research to inform business choices. I enjoy turning complex data into clear, decision-ready findings and continuously refining instruments based on stakeholder feedback and data quality feedback.

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Hi, I’m Mustapha Ojo. I’m a market research analyst and survey design specialist with a strong track record in financial services. I design robust screener and demographic questionnaires, optimize survey instruments, and translate data into actionable insights to support strategic decisions. I thrive in cross-functional collaboration and excel at delivering high-quality research outputs under tight timelines.

I’m fluent in English, detail-oriented, and I rely on quantitative analysis and applied research to inform business choices. I enjoy turning complex data into clear, decision-ready findings and continuously refining instruments based on stakeholder feedback and data quality feedback.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Data Scientist at Arap Technologies Inc.
October 1, 2020 - Present
Designed and refined survey instruments and data collection frameworks for financial and business research projects. Optimized questionnaire wording, structure and logic to improve respondent eligibility accuracy and reduce invalid responses by 30%. Implemented logic flows and termination rules aligned with research objectives and participant screening. Analyzed survey and financial datasets to generate actionable insights for stakeholders and supported data-driven decision making. Collaborated with business, research and technical teams to deliver high-quality research tools within defined project timelines.
Graduate Research Assistant at University of Minho
September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2020
Designed and administered quantitative research instruments, including demographic and classification variables, for economic and financial studies. Cleaned, validated and analyzed large datasets, ensuring methodological rigour and data reliability. Built analytical models achieving up to 87% accuracy, supporting evidence-based research conclusions. Produced structured research outputs and documentation for academic and non-technical audiences.
Head of Business Development and Treasury at Seed Capital Microfinance Bank Ltd
October 1, 2008 - February 1, 2013
Conducted market and customer analysis within the financial services sector to support product development and strategic planning. Defined customer segmentation criteria and data requirements, improving targeting and portfolio performance. Implemented data-driven monitoring frameworks that reduced loan default rates by 15%. Worked closely with internal teams to align business objectives, data collection and reporting processes.

Education

PhD Economics at University of Minho
January 11, 2030 - December 13, 2025
MA International Economy and Business at Corvinus University of Budapest
January 11, 2030 - December 13, 2025
BSc Mathematics/Statistics at University of Lagos
January 11, 2030 - December 13, 2025

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Industry Experience

Financial Services, Professional Services, Education