SUTHERLEE
Leesann Sutherland's Portfolio






















Resume



Educational Background
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Certificate in Advanced Data Science and Predictive Analytics, York University, 2020
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Certificate in Big Data Analytics, York University, 2019
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Diploma in Opticianry/Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician, Seneca College, 2015
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BSc Physics and Astronomy, York University, 2011
Professional Skills
Soft
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Public speaking
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Presentation
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Interpersonal communication
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Attention to detail
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Organizational skills
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Technical report writing
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Teaching
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Project management
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Quick learner
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Voice over
Data Science
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Research Skills
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Critical Thinking
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Business Intelligence
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Business Analytics
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Data Cleaning
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Feature Engineering
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Data Mining
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Data Visualization
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Machine Learning
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UI Design
Tools
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Windows
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Linux
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MS Word, Powerpoint, Excel
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Adobe InDesign
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Audacity
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Hadoop
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Spark
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Databricks
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Hive
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Elasticsearch (ELK)
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MySQL
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Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
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Some familiarity with MongoDB and Neo4j
Languages
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English - Fluent
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French - Intermediate
Programming Languages
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R - Intermediate
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R Markdown
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RShiny - for apps and dashboards
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Python - Intermediate
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SQL - Intermediate
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Some familiarity with Scala - Beginner
Through my Big Data and Advance Data Science and Predictive Analytics certificate programs I learned various machine learning and deep learning algorithm and techniques, which I have applied to neural networks, text mining and recommender system use cases. My experience with these techniques has predominantly been in R.
Professional Development
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Coursera Certification: Visual Elements of UI Design (CalArts), Credential ID: KY3F3VWHY42X, Credential URL, Nov 2020
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Spark + AI Summit Virtual Event 2020, Databricks, June 2020
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Data Visualization in Python, Datacamp, May 2020
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AWS Innovate Machine Learning & AI Edition, Amazon Web Services, Feb 2020
Work Experience
Mathnasium - Forest Hill & Leaside
Administrative Coordinator
July 2018 - August 2019
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Managed daily operations and scheduling, including up to 6 instructors and 24 students per day.
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Handled profiles, payment records and progress reports for 200+ students and parents.
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Generated statistical assessments to consistently meet reporting & record deadlines.
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Maintained up-to-date student binders and learning plans, prepared enrollment packages weekly.
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Engage in free trials and sales as needed.
Centre Director
June 2017 - June 2018
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Managed daily centre operations including building and nurturing parent relationships.
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Ensured long term student success via realistic short- and long-term goals for students and parents.
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Trained and mentored staff in protocols, teaching methods and rapport development with students.
Instructor/Lead Instructor
October 2012 - May 2017
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Applied the Mathnasium Method to provide instruction to students with varied learning needs.
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Fostered a love for math in students by creating a warm and welcoming environment.
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Built student confidence and independence via targeted support and instruction.
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Trained and mentored new staff, and engaged in sales and free trials as needed.
Clearly.ca
Licensed Optician and Contact Lens Fitter
July 2014 - December 2016
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Analyzed patient files to determine best fit options for clients for both contacts and glasses.
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Trained clients on proper use, application and care of contacts.
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Took measurements for glasses including bifocals and progressives.
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Fitted and dispensed eyeglasses including making adjustments and repairs.
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Aided Optometrist in pre-testing patients for eye examinations and engaged in sales.
Wilcox Lab, York University
Research Coordinator
August 2019 - present
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Increased reporting accuracy by identifying & reconciling variation in actual vs. proposed spending.
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Optimized budget tracking system, increased ease of at-a-glance updates and monthly tracking.
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Uses tracking system in collaboration with PIs to create reports and forecast laboratory needs.
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Handles complete financial reporting for interim fund reporting.
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Tracks project spending of 5 funding sources across 2 related projects in vision & perception research.
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Liaises with financial partners, including Qualcomm, to track monetary and in-kind donations.
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Monitors calendar and work plan, including taking status meeting minutes & distributing action items and flagging obstructions to milestones.
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Created an informative research video in Powerpoint. This includes the creation animated demonstrations, script writing, voice over, and editing
York University Astronomical Observatory
Public Outreach Rep and Researcher
September 2008 - October 2011
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Aided development of Observatory training manual for new and existing staff members.
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Conducted variable star research using telescopes & astronomical image analysis software, called IRAF.
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Differentiated between reputable/clean and non-relevant data, including accounting for outliers.
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Trained new staff members & conducted outreach programs including tours and viewing nights.
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Educated and promoted astronomical awareness to the general public.