Kelly Kilgour
About Kelly Kilgour
Kelly Kilgour is a Staff Data Scientist at CivicScience, with a diverse background in data analytics and software development. She has held various roles in organizations such as UPMC, Carnegie Mellon University, and Capital One Auto Finance, and has a Master of Science in Information Technology from Carnegie Mellon University.
Current Role at CivicScience
Kelly Kilgour serves as a Staff Data Scientist at CivicScience, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on leveraging data science techniques to derive insights and support decision-making processes within the organization. Her expertise in data analytics contributes to the development of innovative solutions that enhance the company's capabilities in understanding consumer behavior.
Previous Experience in Data Science and Analytics
Prior to her current role, Kilgour worked at CivicScience as a Data Scientist from 2017 to 2022. Her experience also includes a position as Manager of Data Science at Nowait, Inc. from 2015 to 2016, where she oversaw data science initiatives. Additionally, she was a Senior Data Analytics Integration Developer at UPMC for 11 months in 2016. Her diverse background in data roles has equipped her with a comprehensive skill set in analytics.
Educational Background in Information Technology
Kilgour earned her Master of Science (MS) in Information Technology, Business Intelligence, and Data Analytics from Carnegie Mellon University, completing her studies from 2014 to 2016. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Administration from Carnegie Mellon University, which she obtained between 2004 and 2008. Her educational foundation supports her expertise in data science and analytics.
Technical Contributions and Innovations
Kilgour has made significant contributions to data processing and analytics. She fine-tuned the GPT-3 model to streamline data cleaning processes, enhancing result accuracy. Additionally, she designed a system utilizing OpenAI's GPT-3 that improved team productivity by 93%. These innovations demonstrate her ability to integrate advanced technologies into data science practices.
Diverse Professional Experience
Throughout her career, Kilgour has held various positions that span multiple industries. She worked as a Business Analyst and Data Analyst at Capital One Auto Finance, a Software Developer at Expedient, and a Big Data Analytics Developer at the CERT Division of the Software Engineering Institute. This diverse experience has provided her with a broad perspective on data applications across different sectors.