Somaieh Nikpoor, PhD.
About Somaieh Nikpoor, PhD.
Somaieh Nikpoor, PhD, serves as the Lead for AI Strategy and Data Science at the Government of Canada and is an Adjunct Research Professor at Sprott School of Business, Carleton University. She has a background in economics, holding a Bachelor's degree from Shahid Beheshti University and a Master's degree from Allameh Tabataba'i University, and is currently pursuing her PhD at the University of Ottawa.
Work at Government of Canada
Somaieh Nikpoor has been serving as the Lead for AI Strategy and Data Science at the Government of Canada since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for developing and implementing strategies that leverage artificial intelligence and data science to enhance government operations and services. Her work focuses on integrating advanced technologies to improve decision-making processes and policy development within the public sector.
Current Role at Carleton University
Since 2023, Somaieh Nikpoor has held the position of Adjunct Research Professor at the Sprott School of Business at Carleton University. In this capacity, she contributes to academic research and engages with students, sharing her expertise in economics and data science. Her involvement in the academic community supports the development of future leaders in business and technology.
Previous Experience at University of Ottawa
Somaieh Nikpoor has a notable history with the University of Ottawa, where she worked as a Teaching Assistant from 2008 to 2011 and as a Research Assistant from 2010 to 2014. During her time as a Teaching Assistant, she supported faculty in delivering course material and assisting students. As a Research Assistant, she contributed to various research projects, enhancing her skills in data analysis and economic research.
Education and Academic Background
Somaieh Nikpoor holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Economics from Shahid Beheshti University and a Master's degree in Development Economics and International Development from Allameh Tabataba'i University. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Economics at the University of Ottawa, which she began in 2017. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in data science and economic strategy.