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SATHSARA DIAS

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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.

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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.

  • 21 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Industry experience

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

Work experience· 7 roles

Freelance Data Scientist · Self-employed / FreelanceJan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos

Projects: Data analytics, machine learning model development, and consulting for various business intelligence and automation tasks.

Graduate Teaching Assistant · Clarkson UniversityJan 2024 – Aug 2024 · 8 mos

Subjects Taught: Calculus I, Calculus II, Calculus III.

Graduate Research Assistant · Clarkson UniversityJan 2019 – Dec 2023 · 5 yrs

Research Areas: Data-driven analysis, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Statistics, Dynamical Systems, Aeronautical Engineering, Computational Fluid Dynamics.

Graduate Teaching Assistant · Clarkson UniversityAug 2018 – Dec 2018 · 5 mos
Teacher of Physics and Combined Mathematics · Mahinda Rajapaksha CollegeJan 2014 – May 2018 · 4 yrs 5 mos
Junior Software Developer (Java and PHP) · FEVOX (Private) LimitedFeb 2011 – Aug 2012 · 1 yr 7 mos
Lecturer in Astronomy · Astronomy and Space Study Centre (ASSC)Jan 2005 – May 2018 · 13 yrs 5 mos

Education

PhD in Mathematics · Clarkson University2030 – 2024
M.Sc. in Mathematics · Clarkson University2030 – 2020
M.Sc. in Industrial Mathematics · PGIS, University of Peradeniya2030 – 2013
B.Sc. in Physical Science · University of Colombo2030 – 2011

Certifications and awards

SCJP: Sun Certified Programmer for Java 2 Platform, SE 5.02030 – 2026
SCWCD: Sun Certified Web Component Developer for Java EE Platform2030 – 2026
GTA Boot Camp: Summer School for Teaching, SIGTA, Clarkson University (Undergrad STEM courses)2030 – 2026

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