Omar Joraid

As a final-year student of Biomedical Physics and an upcoming Master's student in Statistics and Data Science, I have a strong passion for the intersection of science and technology. My academic background has provided me with a comprehensive understanding of the physical principles behind biological systems, as well as the tools and techniques required to analyze and interpret complex data.

Throughout my academic journey, I have honed my analytical and problem-solving skills, and I am constantly seeking new ways to apply my knowledge to real-world problems. I have also gained experience working in multidisciplinary teams, where I have been able to collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds to achieve common goals.

My goal is to leverage my skills and knowledge to make a positive impact in the field of biomedical research. I am particularly interested in the development of statistical models and machine learning algorithms that can be applied to medical imaging, to improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes.

Overall, I am a highly motivated and driven individual who is dedicated to lifelong learning and professional growth. I am excited to explore new opportunities in the field of data analytics and contribute to the development of innovative solutions.

University of Toronto Mississauga, ON

Data Analyst - Undergraduate Research Assistant August 2022 - Current

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to understand data needs and requirements and supported analytical research projects by cleaning and preprocessing data.
• Extracted, analyzed, and interpreted large and complex datasets using advanced prioritization and analytical skills through SQL.
• Conducted statistical analysis and modeling on data extracted from biochemical sensors using Python and R to identify patterns and trends, resulting in new insights through data visualization for quantitative analysis.
• Led weekly presentations to the project manager, reporting on experimental design and data collection progress, demonstrating strong communication and organizational skills, and a customer-focused approach.
• Utilized technical skills in MS office applications, such as advanced Excel and PowerPoint to prepare reports, organized spreadsheets, proposals, and conference talks.

Trillium Health Partners Toronto, ON

Health Information Technology Specialist June 2020 - April 2022

• Supported the rollout of the new hospital information system, EPIC, by providing technical support on-site and through the Salesforce patient database, which includes data related to 90% of Ontario’s population.
• Demonstrated a high degree of initiative and self-direction while assisting healthcare professionals in preparing COVID-19 vaccines, by ensuring that the vaccine needles were assigned to the correct lot numbers in the database.
• Displayed superior interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, and handled requests professionally, diplomatically, and tactfully while providing technical support to hospital staff and customers.

University of Toronto Toronto, ON

Honours Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Physics, Minor in Chemistry September 2019- April 2023 

• Coursework: Modeling of Biochemical Systems, Computational Modeling in Physics, Advanced Physics Laboratory, Linear Algebra, Mathematical and Computational Physics, Introduction to Scientific Computing, Spatial Data Science, Calculus of Several Variables, Differential Equations, Introduction to Computer Science, Thermodynamics and Renewable Energy

University of Guelph Guelph, ON

Incoming Master of Science in Statistics and Data Science September 2023- December 2024