Yusuf Muhammed Adekunle

Yusuf Muhammed Adekunle Economist | Data Scientist | Market Researcher | Software Developer � � � YO7 1RQ, England, United Kingdom �-- https://www.linkedin.com/in/yusuf-m-adekunle/ � � https://yusuf-adekunle.onrender.com/ https://orcid.org/-X PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Yusuf is a seasoned Economist and Data Scientist utilising his expertise to deliver cutting-edge, evidence-based, and profitable business solutions in financial markets, investment, environmental issues, education, nutrition, and health. He is a diligent, vibrant, dynamic, tenacious, and results-oriented professional with a proven track record of successfully implementing projects. EXPERIENCE Norwich Business School, University of East Anglia, United Kingdom Research Associate - Datastream Datasets · · · · · · · December 2023 - Present Norwich, United Kingdom Assist undergraduate and postgraduate students in sourcing appropriate data for their dissertations. Develop Python programming codes to download data from Refinitiv platform and other sources via API. Develop training manuals on how to generate datasets with Python through API. Ensure datasets are well-organised, cleaned, accurate, and in an appropriate format for analysis. Provide guidance on data ethics, usage, storage, and disposal. Offer technical guidance to students on their research proposals. Render other data-related support to students. School of Economics, University of East Anglia, United Kingdom Research Assistant - Python programming for finance modules February 2023 - July 2023 Norwich, United Kingdom · Developed Python programming codes for 8 finance modules, utilizing popular libraries such as pandas, numpy, scipy, scikit-learn, nltk, statsmodels, matplotlib, and seaborn. · Utilized LaTex to create engaging slide presentations for the finance modules. · Enhance data accessibility and analysis by developing and implementing Python codes to scrape, wrangle, and analyze real-time web data. International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, Nigeria Research Associate - Data Analysis, Policy, and Project April 2018 - September 2022 Ibadan, Nigeria · Prepared annual reports for the Agriculture for Nutrition and Health (A4NH) research program in Nigeria, aligning with work plan objectives. · Implemented administrative processes and internal controls that reduced procurement costs by 20% at the A4NH office in Nigeria. · Fostered strategic partnerships to enhance stakeholder engagement and promote collaboration, resulting in increased resource mobilization. · Developed and managed databases of stakeholders and field survey data utilizing SQL Server and PostgreSQL, improving data accessibility. · Improved research evidence through outstanding data analysis, engaging data visualisation, and dashboard development. · Produced policy briefs, working papers, situation analysis reports, and workshop reports on food systems in Nigeria, employing a range of qualitative and quantitative techniques and analytical tools such as Python, R, SPSS, NVivo, Stata, Power BI, and Excel. 1 Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa, Nigeria Research Associate - Data Analysis, Public Policy, and Economic Management August 2015 - March 2018 Abuja, Nigeria Contributed to 5 projects across various sectors, informing policy in Nigeria and Africa. Increased resource mobilization by 15% through successful grant proposal development. Enhanced data integrity by improving survey instruments and data protocols, and participating in field data collection. Improved research evidence through outstanding data analysis, engaging data visualisation, and dashboard development. · Co-authored and published 4 project reports and 3 peer-reviewed articles to raise research visibility. · Promoted research uptake through dissemination at stakeholders’ meetings, conferences, and workshops. · · · · Health Policy Training and Research Programme, University of Ibadan, Nigeria Research Data Assistant (Part-Time) March 2013 - July 2015 Ibadan, Nigeria · Enhanced research processes by supporting literature review, data collection, analysis, and report writing. · Created impactful lecture slide presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint. National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Nigeria Economics Teacher March 2011 - February 2012 Plateau, Nigeria · Prepared Economics curriculum for Senior Secondary students at Mangu Secondary School, aligning with WAEC and NECO syllabuses. · Achieved a significant 70% increase in students’ performance in National Exams for Economics subject. · Developed and implemented effective teaching strategies to enhance student understanding and engagement. EDUCATION University of East Anglia, United Kingdom MSc Behavioural Economics & Data Science Grade: Distinction University of Ibadan, Nigeria BSc Economics Grade: 2:1 September 2022 - September 2023 June 2006 - October 2010 TECHNICAL STRENGTHS AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS Programming Languages Protocols & APIs Databases Statistical Software Cloud Platform Visualization Tools Microsoft Tools Version control IDE Python, R, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, LaTeX Flask, JSON, REST MySQL, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server STATA, SPSS, Eviews Amazon Web Services, Render, Heroku Plotly Dash, Power BI, Tableau Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook GitHub Jupyter notebook, VS code, Pycharm 2 Skills Sentiment Analysis, Machine Learning, Web Scraping, Dashboard Development, Big Data Analytics, Software Development, Web Development, Predictive Modelling, Market Research, Database Development and Management, Algorithmic Trading, Risk Management, Data Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Survey Administration, Project Management, Proposal Development, Communication and Presentation, Networking, Time Management, Team Building, Technical Report Writing. TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION Data Analyst Professional Certificate IBM November 2021 DATA SCIENCE AND SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT PORTFOLIO Sentiment Analysis MSc Dissertation: Social media sentiment and predictability of stock market returns and volatility: A Nonlinear ARDL approach • Developed Python code to wrangle and clean 103,693 Twitter (now X) messages containing investors’ opinions around FTSE100 index. • Utilised VADER natural language tool kit in Python to carry out sentiment analysis and classified investor sentiment on FTSE100 into positive and negative sentiment. • Constructed daily investor sentiment index using intra-day sentiment results from VADER analysis together with an appropriate aggregation framework. • Analysed the investor sentiment index against the FTSE100 Index using an appropriate econometric model that addresses the study’s objectives and research questions. • The study provides a nuanced understanding of the semi-strong efficient market hypothesis and dynamics of leverage effect of news. Technology and statistical tools used: Python (NLTK, Pandas, Numpy, Matplotlib), R, Microsoft Excel, Stata Dashboard Development Heathrow Airport Passenger and Cargo Traffic Dashboard Features • A bar chart of changeable colour highlighting the trends of passengers, cargo, and flights between January 2005 and August 2023. • A pie chart showing the monthly percentage distribution of passengers, cargo, and flights for each year. • A shrink-to-fit visualization across mobile phones and web browsers. • Charts in the dashboard can be downloaded as PNG files. Technology tools utilised: Python, Flask, HTML, CSS, GitHub, Microsoft Excel Link to the project: https://heathrowdashboard.onrender.com/ 3 App Development Point-of-Sale System Features • Entering and recording sales on the app while automatically storing the transactions on the database in real-time. • Authenticate the sales assistant username and password. • Authenticate and keep transaction records via Stripes. • Sales transaction records are easily accessible from the database using SQL queries. Technology tools used: Python, Flask, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, GitHub, PostgreSQL Link to the project: https://pos-system-otg4.onrender.com/ Web Development Personal Website Technology tools used: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, GitHub Link to the website: https://yusuf-adekunle.onrender.com/ PUBLICATIONS https://orcid.org/-X PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP • Member, Data Visualization Society • Member, World Economics Association • Member, Agriculture, Nutrition, and Health (ANH) Academy HONOURS AND AWARDS • UEA Nigeria Postgraduate Scholarship Award, University of East Anglia, United Kingdom (2022) • Distinguished Service Award, Kuti Hall, University of Ibadan (2010) REFERENCES Available on request 4