Data Scientist with a PhD in Applied Mathematics and 6+ years of experience delivering data- driven insights, predictive models, and decision-support analyses across complex real-world datasets. Proficient in Python and R, with strong foundations in statistical learning, time-series analysis, and machine learning model development—from data preparation and feature engi- neering to model selection, evaluation, and deployment-ready reporting. Experienced working in remote, fast-paced environments, translating business questions into clear hypotheses, well- scoped analytics tasks, and measurable deliverables that support strategy and improve customer outcomes. Strong communicator with a track record of presenting results and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, using concise narratives and effective visuals. Comfortable with cloud-based workflows (AWS) and building reproducible, maintain- able pipelines using Git and Docker, ensuring reliable handover and consistent results across client pro jects.

SATHSARA DIAS

Data Scientist with a PhD in Applied Mathematics and 6+ years of experience delivering data- driven insights, predictive models, and decision-support analyses across complex real-world datasets. Proficient in Python and R, with strong foundations in statistical learning, time-series analysis, and machine learning model development—from data preparation and feature engi- neering to model selection, evaluation, and deployment-ready reporting. Experienced working in remote, fast-paced environments, translating business questions into clear hypotheses, well- scoped analytics tasks, and measurable deliverables that support strategy and improve customer outcomes. Strong communicator with a track record of presenting results and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, using concise narratives and effective visuals. Comfortable with cloud-based workflows (AWS) and building reproducible, maintain- able pipelines using Git and Docker, ensuring reliable handover and consistent results across client pro jects.

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Data Scientist with a PhD in Applied Mathematics and 6+ years of experience delivering data- driven insights, predictive models, and decision-support analyses across complex real-world datasets. Proficient in Python and R, with strong foundations in statistical learning, time-series analysis, and machine learning model development—from data preparation and feature engi- neering to model selection, evaluation, and deployment-ready reporting.
Experienced working in remote, fast-paced environments, translating business questions into clear hypotheses, well- scoped analytics tasks, and measurable deliverables that support strategy and improve customer outcomes. Strong communicator with a track record of presenting results and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, using concise narratives and effective visuals. Comfortable with cloud-based workflows (AWS) and building reproducible, maintain- able pipelines using Git and Docker, ensuring reliable handover and consistent results across client pro jects.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Freelance Data Scientist at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2025 - Present
Projects: Data analytics, machine learning model development, and consulting for various business intelligence and automation tasks.
Graduate Teaching Assistant at Clarkson University
January 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024
Subjects Taught: Calculus I, Calculus II, Calculus III.
Graduate Research Assistant at Clarkson University
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2023
Research Areas: Data-driven analysis, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Statistics, Dynamical Systems, Aeronautical Engineering, Computational Fluid Dynamics.
Graduate Teaching Assistant at Clarkson University
August 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Subjects Taught: Calculus I, Calculus II, Calculus III.
Lecturer in Astronomy at Astronomy and Space Study Centre (ASSC)
January 1, 2005 - May 31, 2018
Subjects Taught: Astrophysics, Mathematical Astronomy.
Teacher of Physics and Combined Mathematics at Mahinda Rajapaksha College
January 1, 2014 - May 31, 2018
Subjects Taught: Physics, Mathematics.
Junior Software Developer (Java and PHP) at FEVOX (Private) Limited
February 1, 2011 - August 31, 2012
Responsibilities included Java and PHP development; contributed to software projects in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Education

PhD in Mathematics at Clarkson University
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2024
M.Sc. in Mathematics at Clarkson University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2020
M.Sc. in Industrial Mathematics at PGIS, University of Peradeniya
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2013
B.Sc. in Physical Science at University of Colombo
January 11, 2030 - February 1, 2011

Qualifications

SCJP: Sun Certified Programmer for Java 2 Platform, SE 5.0
January 11, 2030 - January 10, 2026
SCWCD: Sun Certified Web Component Developer for Java EE Platform
January 11, 2030 - January 10, 2026
GTA Boot Camp: Summer School for Teaching, SIGTA, Clarkson University (Undergrad STEM courses)
January 11, 2030 - January 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Other

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