Ali Movahedi, PhD
About Ali Movahedi, PhD
Ali Movahedi, PhD, is a Data Scientist currently working at Enova International in Chicago. He has extensive experience in academia and industry, including roles at the University of Illinois Chicago and Mahan, and holds advanced degrees in Economics, Complex Urban Networks, and Construction Management.
Current Role at Enova International
Ali Movahedi has been working as a Data Scientist at Enova International since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for the end-to-end development of machine learning models. His work encompasses all stages, including initial ideation, data collection, model development, deployment, and ongoing maintenance. He actively engages with business stakeholders to understand and address their needs and concerns, ensuring that the data-driven solutions align with organizational goals.
Previous Experience in Academia
Ali Movahedi has extensive academic experience, having served as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Illinois Chicago from 2017 to 2022. He also worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at the same institution from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, he was a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Illinois Chicago for five months in 2022. His academic background includes a PhD in Complex Urban Networks from the University of Illinois at Chicago, which he completed in 2022.
Professional Background in Data Science
Before his current position, Ali Movahedi held various roles in data science and strategy. He worked as a Strategy and Data Science Intern at Ekimetrics in Manhattan, New York, for two months in 2021. He also served as a Senior Author at Mahan for one year from 2014 to 2015. His experience spans both industry and academic settings, providing him with a well-rounded perspective on data science applications.
Educational Qualifications
Ali Movahedi holds multiple degrees in relevant fields. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Sharif University of Technology, followed by a Master of Science in Construction Management from the same institution. He then pursued further studies at the University of Illinois Chicago, where he achieved a Master of Arts in Economics and a PhD in Complex Urban Networks. His educational journey has equipped him with a strong foundation in mathematics and data analysis.
Research and Methodological Expertise
Ali Movahedi applies Agent-Based Modeling to study consumer behavior and decision-making processes. His strong background in mathematics, bolstered by awards in international competitions, enhances his analytical capabilities. This expertise is integral to his work as a Data Scientist, where he develops machine learning models that inform business strategies and decisions.