Ranjan Joseph

Results-driven analytics professional with 20+ years of experience in statistics, business analytics, logistics, and higher education. Proven expertise in building statistical models, analyzing large and complex datasets, and translating findings into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Proficient in R, Python, SQL, and Tableau, with a demonstrated track record of applying quantitative methods to policy, operations, and transportation analytics.

Transport and Distribution Analyst - Franex Global LLC - New Britain, CT

(2025-10)

• Analyze transportation and distribution data to support the Logistics Manager in optimizing routes, delivery performance, and cost efficiency.
• Monitor daily shipments and distribution activity, prepare reports on transport KPIs, and identify opportunities to improve delivery times and reduce freight costs.
• Partner with warehouse, operations, and customer service teams to resolve distribution issues and maintain smooth end-to-end product flow.

Senior Statistician - Coordinating Secretariat for Science, Technology & Innovation (COSTI) / National Innovation Agency - Sri Lanka

(2013-04 - 2018-07)

• Collected, cleaned, and analyzed national-level science, technology, and innovation (STI) data from research institutes and universities to inform policy and funding decisions.
• Contributed to the development of the Sri Lanka Innovation Index (SLINDEX), including KPIs for provincial innovation and STI-interface monitoring, in collaboration with national agencies and WIPO.
• Designed, organized, and conducted national surveys on climate change and STI, overseeing questionnaire design, sampling, and statistical analysis.

Coordinator, Combined Mathematics (Advanced Level) - Lyceum International School - Nugegoda, Sri Lanka

(2006-01 - 2012-09)

• Coordinated the Advanced Level Combined Mathematics curriculum across five schools, aligning curriculum, examinations, and teaching standards.
• Improved team productivity and collaboration through regular communication, progress monitoring, and data-informed feedback.

Lecturer, Mathematics and Statistics - Royal Institute of Higher Education (Degree Division) - Colombo, Sri Lanka

(2002-03 - 2005-12)

• Taught mathematics and statistics in B.Sc. programs in Economics and Management (External Degree, University of London/LSE).
• Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies and mentored students on academic and career pathways.

Temporary Instructor in Mathematics - University of Colombo, Faculty of Science - Colombo, Sri Lanka

(1999-09 - 2002-03)

• Taught mathematics and statistics for B.Sc. and B.A. (Math) degree programs.
• Designed and evaluated assessments, monitored student performance, and adjusted instructional strategies accordingly.

Visiting Lecturer, B.Sc. Aircraft Engineering - Sri Lanka Aviation College (Air Lanka) - Kingston University, UK program

(2016-05)

• Teach mathematics and quantitative techniques for the B.Sc. Aircraft Engineering program, using formative assessment to track progress in a hybrid learning environment.

Visiting Lecturer, B.Sc. Technology Programs - University of Vocational Technology - Ratmalana, Sri Lanka

(2018-09 - 2023-04)

• Taught decision-making techniques, probability and statistics, operational research, engineering economics, and materials/inventory management using distance-learning technologies.

Visiting Lecturer, Logistics & Data Analytics Programs - National Institute of Business Management - Colombo, Sri Lanka

(2021-05 - 2023-03)

• Taught operational research, transportation decision analysis, statistics, and mathematics in B.Sc. Logistics Management programs.
• Delivered R and Python programming modules for professional data analytics programs.

Master of Science - Business Analytics - Mercy University (2025-05)

Master of Science - Applied Statistics - University of Peradeniya

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics - University of Colombo