Duygu Jones

EXPERIENCE

Data Scientist & Machine Learning Engineer | Team Lead

Goldberg Med GmbH | Germany | Remote | Feb 2024 - Present

Contributed to data-driven projects at Goldberg Med GmbH, combining the healthcare domain with data science to drive business growth decisions.
My main responsibilities included assisting in analysing, modelling, and reporting medical device sales data to validate equipment performance and market trends:
- Implemented data preprocessing, exploratory data analysis, data cleaning, and feature engineering using Python.
- Created Power BI dashboards to visualise customer segments and performance metrics.
- A/B testing to evaluate performance and optimise strategies.
- Developed machine learning models for sales forecasting and recommendation systems to support data-driven decision-making.
- Annotated/labelled welding image datasets and developed computer vision projects for automated quality assessment.
- Developed a RAG-based chatbot to boost sales and customer engagement.

Test Automation Developer | Team Lead

Capstone Projects | Remote | Internship | Aug 2023 - Dec 2023

- Collaborated with a QA team on a project focused on developing an automation framework.
- Gained experience in test automation, workflow optimization, and data validation using SQL, API integrations, pipelines, and GitHub.
- Improved team productivity by 20% and reduced testing time by 15% through effective project management and version control using Git/GitHub.
- Built a foundation in the software development life cycle, preparing for a career in the computer and technology fields.

Medical Office Associate

MEF International Schools | Izmir | Office | Sep 2022 - Jun 2023

MEF International Schools is a prestigious educational institution known for its diverse and inclusive environment, offering a global education to students from various cultural backgrounds.
- Coordinated with colleagues, students, and parents from diverse backgrounds and improved communication between school and parents.
- Managed confidential healthcare data using the school's cloud-based system.
- Collaborated with the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the local health authority to ensure compliance with health regulations standards.
- Developed skills in data management, organisation, and professional English communication in an international workplace.

Academic Researcher

Biruni University | Istanbul | Office | Faculty of Health Sciences | Sep 2020 - Jun 2021

- Conducted statistical analyses for 5+ health sciences research projects.
- Presented articles to international audiences.
- Translated 10+ scientific articles between Turkish and English.
- Built a foundation in academic research, data analysis and scientific communication.

Erasmus+ Project Volunteer

CCW and LAW (Non-profit Organisations, Erasmus+ Programme Centres)

Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom | Office | Nov 2017 - Aug 2018

Volunteer role focused on gaining experience in the tech field through Erasmus+ projects and training programs.
- Conducted feasibility studies, supported team activities, created training materials, and contributed to new Erasmus+ projects.
- Managed website updates, executed digital marketing activities, expanded program visibility by 30%, and reached 100+ participants.
- Mentored youth from diverse European countries, developed skills in cross-cultural communication and adaptability.
- Developed fundamental skills in project management, development, programming, market analysis, and digital tools.

Healthcare Professional

Eskisehir Osmangazi University Hospital | July 2012 - Aug 2017

- Worked in the Medical Oncology department for 6+ years as part of a multidisciplinary team, focusing on medical procedures and healthcare management.
- Experienced in working effectively under pressure, handling critical situations calmly, administering treatments, and tracking patient progress through detailed data documentation and validation.

EDUCATION

B.Sc.| Computer Science | Richmond College, London | Sep 2023 - Present

M.Sc.| Health Sciences | University of Health Sciences | Istanbul | Sep 2019 - Sep 2022

B.Sc.| Health Sciences | Eskisehir Osmangazi University | Sep 2012 - Jun 2016

CERTIFICATION

Data Science | Machine Learning

Techpro Education | 300 hours | 2024

Credential ID: 9680369021DJ
Completed Data Science program focused on;
- End-to-end data science and machine learning, including data preprocessing, model building, evaluation, and deployment
- Advanced natural language processing (NLP) and large language models (LLMs).
- Deep learning techniques with hands-on experience in libraries such as TensorFlow, Scikit-Learn, and Hugging Face
- Statistical methods for business applications.
- Practical applications of automation and deployment in machine learning pipelines.

Machine Learning Specialisation

DeepLearning.AI | Coursera | 2 months | 2024

Credential ID: https://coursera.org/verify/WY3BZINUMMV8
- Completed the Machine Learning Specialization, which included three intensive courses: Supervised Learning, Advanced Learning Algorithms, and Unsupervised Learning, Recommenders & Reinforcement Learning.
- Built a strong foundation in supervised and unsupervised learning, deep learning, and advanced techniques to solve real-world problems in machine learning, with hands-on projects focused on building predictive models and developing strategic business solutions.

Professional Data Analytics Certificate

Techpro Education | 280 hours | 2024

Credential ID: 9680369021DJ
Completed Data Analytics program focused on;
- Data analysis and business problem-solving, covering Python for data visualisation and feature engineering,
- SQL for database management,
- Tableau and Power BI for interactive dashboards, and
- Statistical methods for business applications.
- Gained hands-on experience with real-world datasets, building strong skills in data analytics, data engineering, and BI analytics.

Software Development in Test (STED)

TechPro Education | 515 hours | 2023

Full-Stack Automation Engineer | Credential ID: 2049532048DJ
ISTQB Certification | Credential ID: 0224CTFL6619
- Built a strong foundation in the software development life cycle, preparing for a career in the computer and technology fields.
Skills-Tools: Java, JUnit, TestNG, Selenium, Cucumber Framework, REST APIs, SQL, Databases, Software Analysis, Test Coverage, Testing Process, Manuel and Automated Testing, GitHub.

PROJECTS

European Union-European Voluntary Service | Nov 2017 - Aug 2018

TECHNICAL SKILLS & TOOLS