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About

I am a Data Scientist and Machine Learning Specialist with an MSc in Computational Neuroscience, Cognition, and AI. My experience spans data analysis, AI chatbot development, research, and IT, enriching my skill set with complex problem-solving abilities.

As a Data Scientist, I have experience in handling large and complex datasets, using Machine Learning techniques to build predictive models, and delivering actionable insights through visualizations and presentations. I'm skilled in statistical analysis, data pre-processing, and feature engineering. I am proficient in using various programming languages such as Python and R, and data analysis tools such as Pandas, NumPy, and Scikit-learn.

I have applied my expertise in data analysis to develop predictive models using Machine Learning algorithms such as Decision Trees, Random Forests, and Logistic Regression. I have also worked on Natural Language Processing (NLP) projects, such as sentiment analysis and text classification.

I am experienced in data visualization tools such as Tableau and Power BI, and I can create intuitive and engaging dashboards that help stakeholders make informed decisions. I am also experienced in designing and conducting A/B tests, analyzing results, and making data-driven recommendations.

March 2023

Bootcamp, Ironhack

Data Analysis

September 2019/2020

Master, University of Nottingham

Computational Neuroscience, Cognition and AI

September 2015/ January 2019

BA., MEF University

Psychology

GPA: 3.64

High Honour Degree in 3 years

Education

Experience

Black and White Star in Circle

May 2023 - Present

Co-Founder, Alon Health

Black and White Star in Circle

Mar 2023 - May 2023

Data Scientist, Shelly Sleep

Black and White Star in Circle

Nov 2021 - Nov 2022

META IT Support , Concentrix

Black and White Star in Circle

Aug 2020 - Nov 2021

Freelance Tutor, Superprof

Black and White Star in Circle

Dec 2019 - May 2020

Teaching Assistant, 
Tradewind Recruitment

Black and White Star in Circle

Apr 2018 – Jun 2019

Teaching Assistant (Leader) in YetGen (Competent Youth) Program

Black and White Star in Circle

Feb 2019 – May 2019

Research Assistant, MEF University

Black and White Star in Circle

Dec 2018 - April 2019

Coordinator,
Their Vision Our Future

Black and White Star in Circle

Oct 2018 – Jan 2019

Assistant,
MEF University

Black and White Star in Circle

Feb 2018 – Nov 2018

Assistant in Professional Career Development Coordinatorship, 
MEF University

Black and White Star in Circle

Feb 2018 – Jun 2018

Teaching Assistant, MEF University

Black and White Star in Circle

Sep 2017 – Jan 2018

Teaching Assistant, MEF University

Black and White Star in Circle

Jan 2018 - Feb 2018

Intern,
Xedzone User Experience Research and Consultancy Company

Black and White Star in Circle

Feb 2017 - Jun 2017

Teaching Assistant, MEF University

Black and White Star in Circle

2015 - 2020

Cashier, Barmaid, Waitress,
Murat Food Center
Le Brique Café
Kafes Bistro
SHINE Restaurant

Publications

PUBLICATIONS
KURTULUS A. & ECE B. (2020, JANUARY) Psychopathy: Differences in Cognitive, Social, Interpersonal and Morality Aspects, Cognitive Psychology Bulletin, British Psychology Society, U.K.


GYULTEN H., KURTULUS A., YURTSEVER T. & PEKER M. (2019, APRIL) Dual Identities: Language, Cognitive Flexibility and Creativity: How Acculturation Strategies Affect Cognitive Functions, North East Bulletin, Spring issue, British Psychology Society, U.K.


POSTER PRESENTATION
KURTULUS A. & CANKAYA B. (2018, NOVEMBER) Cognitive Mechanisms of Mindfulness: The Role of Cognitive Flexibility beyond the Cognitive Awareness Effect, 20th National Psychology Congress, Ankara, Turkey.

Skills

Neuroscience and Neuroimaging Specialization

John Hopkins University and Coursera Certiicate

Qualtrics

Advanced

Data Science Specialization

IBM Professional Certificate

SPSS

Advanced

Machine Learning

IBM and Coursera certificate

Neuroimaging and Physiological Measures

Usage of EEG, GSR, Eye-Tracking, FSL

Microsoft Office

Advanced

Python

Proficient usage

Tableau

Fluent

SQL

Fluent

NLP

Fluent

Java

Intermediate

Opensesame

Advanced

MatLab

Udemy certificate

E-PRIME

Advanced

R

Intermediate

English

C1

Turkish

C2

German

A2

Memberships

MEDIUM WRITER

2019 – Present

UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM NEUROSCIENCE SOCIETY

2020

MEF UNIVERSITY MEFWIB (WOMEN IN BUSINESS) CLUB

2018 – 2019

TURKISHWIN (WOMEN’S INTERNATIONAL NETWORK)

2018

MEF UNIVERSITY OUTDOOR SPORTS CLUB

2016 – 2018

ANIMALS COMMITTEE, MEF UNIVERSITY AWARENESS CLUB

2016 – 2017

MEF UNIVERSITY PSYCHOLOGY CLUB

2015 – 2016

Certificates and Seminars

2021

IBM DATA SCIENCE PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE

2020

BRAIN PLASTICITY: INFLUENCES OF LIFESTYLE AND AGING

2020

INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
AND BRAIN SCIENCE

2020

BERNSTEIN CENTER OF COMPUTATIONAL NEUROSCIENCE
(BCCN) CONFERENCE

2019

MACHINE LEARNING WITH PYTHON BY IBM ON COURSERA

2019

MATLAB BASICS FOR BEGINNERS LEARN FROM TOP EXPERTS BY UDEMY

2019

MEF UNIVERSITY 2019 ENTREPRENEURSHIP, ECONOMY, & TECHNOLOGY SUMMIT

2018

NEURAL NETWORKS AND DEEP LEARNING ONLINE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

2018

INTERNATIONAL NEUROSCIENCE, LAW, AND BEYOND CONGRESS

2017

1. EXPERIMENTAL NEUROSCIENCE CONGRESS: MULTIDISCIPLINARY VIEW OF NEUROSCIENCE

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