Amir Vasebi, Ph.D.
About Amir Vasebi, Ph.D.
Amir Vasebi, Ph.D., is a Data Science Manager at Intact, where he leads a team developing AI solutions for insurance claim processing. He has extensive experience in data science and engineering, having held various roles in organizations such as Elsevier, Symcor, and Université Laval.
Current Role as Data Science Manager
Amir Vasebi serves as a Data Science Manager at Intact Financial Corporation since 2020. In this role, he leads a team dedicated to developing artificial intelligence solutions aimed at enhancing insurance claim processing. His leadership focuses on leveraging data science methodologies to improve operational efficiency within the organization. The Greater Montreal Metropolitan Area serves as his current work location.
Previous Experience at Intact Financial Corporation
Prior to his current position, Amir Vasebi held multiple roles at Intact Financial Corporation. He worked as a Lead Data Scientist from 2018 to 2020 and as a Senior Data Scientist from 2017 to 2018, both in the Toronto, Canada Area. His contributions during these years involved applying data science techniques to various projects, particularly in the insurance sector.
Academic Background and Education
Amir Vasebi has a robust academic background in electrical engineering and data science. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering - Electronics from Amirkabir University of Technology - Tehran Polytechnic from 1999 to 2004. He then completed a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering - Control and Estimation at K. N. Toosi University of Technology from 2004 to 2007. He further pursued a Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering - Control and Data Science at Université Laval from 2010 to 2015. Additionally, he studied Remote Sensor Data Analytics at K. N. Toosi University of Technology, achieving his Ph.D. from 2007 to 2010.
Experience in Research and Review
Amir Vasebi has extensive experience in research and academic review. He worked as a Research Engineer in Data Science and Control at Université Laval - LOOP from 2010 to 2015. Additionally, he served as a part-time Reviewer for the International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems at Elsevier from 2008 to 2016. His roles in these positions contributed to advancements in data science applications and methodologies.
Technical Expertise in Data Science
Amir Vasebi possesses expertise in natural language processing, a key area within data science. His technical background includes a strong focus on optimization theory and its applications across various industries. This expertise supports his current work in developing AI solutions for insurance claim processing at Intact Financial Corporation.