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Omar Shehab

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Hi, I'm Omar Shehab, a computer science and applied mathematics student at NYU Abu Dhabi.

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Hi, I’m Omar Shehab, a computer science and applied mathematics student at NYU Abu Dhabi. I am passionate about natural language processing, machine learning, and building end-to-end systems that blend linguistics and data science.

I thrive in collaborative research environments and enjoy turning complex data into practical insights. Through my work across CAMEL Lab, Kirmizialtin Lab, and the Computer-Human Intelligence Lab, I have developed scalable ML pipelines, robust software, and a taste for tackling real-world NLP and ML challenges.

  • 2 years' experience
  • Joined July 2025

Industry experience

  • Software & Internet
  • Computers & Electronics
  • Life Sciences
  • Education

Work experience· 7 roles

Machine Learning Engineering Intern · Kirmizialdin LabMay 2025 – Oct 2025 · 6 mos

Engineered iterative feature selection for 6000 MOFs, reducing 2200→300 features via ensemble learning (Random Forest, XGBoost) across 4 rounds. Accelerated downstream regressor workflows from 1 month to weeks iteration cycles, enabling faster experimentation. Collaborated in a 4-person subteam within a 15-person lab, coordinating outputs with regressor team.

Software Engineering Intern · Kirmizialtin LabMay 2025 – Present · 1 yr 7 mos

Designed and implemented distributed computing algorithms to optimize large-scale molecular data processing for datasets containing over 10,000 molecular structures. Built scalable data pipelines using community detection algorithms with a modularity score of 0.94. Developed fault-tolerant systems with robust error handling for molecular simulation workflows, ensuring reliability in critical scientific computations.

Software Engineering Intern · Kirmizialtin LabMay 2025 – Present · 1 yr 7 mos

Designed and implemented distributed computing algorithms for large-scale molecular data processing, optimizing performance for datasets with over 10,000 molecular structures using parallel processing techniques. Built scalable data pipeline with community detection algorithms achieving a 0.94 modularity score, showing expertise in algorithm optimization and performance tuning. Developed fault-tolerant systems for molecular simulation workflows, implementing robust error handling and recovery mechanisms ensuring reliable processing of critical scientific computations.

NLP Research Assistant · CAMEL Lab, NYU Abu DhabiJan 2025 – Oct 2025 · 10 mos
Software Engineering Intern · Computer-Human Intelligence LabOct 2024 – Oct 2024 · 1 mo
Software Engineering Intern · Computer-Human Intelligence LabApr 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 8 mos
Software Engineering Intern · Computer-Human Intelligence LabApr 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 8 mos

Education

B.Sc. · New York University (NYU) Abu Dhabi2022 – 2025
B.Sc. · New York University (NYU) Abu Dhabi2022 – 2025
B.Sc. Computer Science & Applied Mathematics · New York University Abu Dhabi2022 – 2026

Certifications and awards

Advancement Opportunity Grant2030 – 2025
HackHarvard at Harvard University2025
Summer Research Grant2025

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