
About
I am a Data Scientist and Machine Learning Specialist with an MSc in Computational Neuroscience, Cognition, and AI. My experience spans data analysis, AI chatbot development, research, and IT, enriching my skill set with complex problem-solving abilities.
As a Data Scientist, I have experience in handling large and complex datasets, using Machine Learning techniques to build predictive models, and delivering actionable insights through visualizations and presentations. I'm skilled in statistical analysis, data pre-processing, and feature engineering. I am proficient in using various programming languages such as Python and R, and data analysis tools such as Pandas, NumPy, and Scikit-learn.
I have applied my expertise in data analysis to develop predictive models using Machine Learning algorithms such as Decision Trees, Random Forests, and Logistic Regression. I have also worked on Natural Language Processing (NLP) projects, such as sentiment analysis and text classification.
I am experienced in data visualization tools such as Tableau and Power BI, and I can create intuitive and engaging dashboards that help stakeholders make informed decisions. I am also experienced in designing and conducting A/B tests, analyzing results, and making data-driven recommendations.
March 2023
Bootcamp, Ironhack
Data Analysis
September 2019/2020
Master, University of Nottingham
Computational Neuroscience, Cognition and AI
September 2015/ January 2019
BA., MEF University
Psychology
GPA: 3.64
High Honour Degree in 3 years
Education
Experience

May 2023 - Present
Co-Founder & Data Scientist, Alon Health

Mar 2023 - May 2023
Data Scientist, Shelly Sleep

Nov 2021 - Nov 2022
META IT Support , Concentrix

Aug 2020 - Nov 2021
Freelance Tutor, Superprof

Dec 2019 - May 2020
Teaching Assistant,
Tradewind Recruitment

Apr 2018 – Jun 2019
Teaching Assistant (Leader) in YetGen (Competent Youth) Program

Feb 2019 – May 2019
Research Assistant, MEF University

Dec 2018 - April 2019
Coordinator,
Their Vision Our Future

Oct 2018 – Jan 2019
Assistant,
MEF University

Feb 2018 – Nov 2018
Assistant in Professional Career Development Coordinatorship,
MEF University

Feb 2018 – Jun 2018
Teaching Assistant, MEF University

Sep 2017 – Jan 2018
Teaching Assistant, MEF University

Jan 2018 - Feb 2018
Intern,
Xedzone User Experience Research and Consultancy Company

Feb 2017 - Jun 2017
Teaching Assistant, MEF University
Publications
PUBLICATIONS
KURTULUS A. & ECE B. (2020, JANUARY) Psychopathy: Differences in Cognitive, Social, Interpersonal and Morality Aspects, Cognitive Psychology Bulletin, British Psychology Society, U.K.
GYULTEN H., KURTULUS A., YURTSEVER T. & PEKER M. (2019, APRIL) Dual Identities: Language, Cognitive Flexibility and Creativity: How Acculturation Strategies Affect Cognitive Functions, North East Bulletin, Spring issue, British Psychology Society, U.K.
POSTER PRESENTATION
KURTULUS A. & CANKAYA B. (2018, NOVEMBER) Cognitive Mechanisms of Mindfulness: The Role of Cognitive Flexibility beyond the Cognitive Awareness Effect, 20th National Psychology Congress, Ankara, Turkey.
Skills
Neuroscience and Neuroimaging Specialization
John Hopkins University and Coursera Certiicate
Qualtrics
Advanced
Data Science Specialization
IBM Professional Certificate
SPSS
Advanced
Machine Learning
IBM and Coursera certificate
Neuroimaging and Physiological Measures
Usage of EEG, GSR, Eye-Tracking, FSL
Microsoft Office
Advanced
Python
Proficient usage
Tableau
Fluent
SQL
Fluent
NLP
Fluent
Java
Intermediate
Opensesame
Advanced
MatLab
Udemy certificate
E-PRIME
Advanced
R
Intermediate
English
C1
Turkish
C2
German
A2
Memberships
MEDIUM WRITER
2019 – Present
UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM NEUROSCIENCE SOCIETY
2020
MEF UNIVERSITY MEFWIB (WOMEN IN BUSINESS) CLUB
2018 – 2019
TURKISHWIN (WOMEN’S INTERNATIONAL NETWORK)
2018
MEF UNIVERSITY OUTDOOR SPORTS CLUB
2016 – 2018
ANIMALS COMMITTEE, MEF UNIVERSITY AWARENESS CLUB
2016 – 2017
MEF UNIVERSITY PSYCHOLOGY CLUB
2015 – 2016
Certificates and Seminars
2021
IBM DATA SCIENCE PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE
2020
BRAIN PLASTICITY: INFLUENCES OF LIFESTYLE AND AGING
2020
INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
AND BRAIN SCIENCE
2020
BERNSTEIN CENTER OF COMPUTATIONAL NEUROSCIENCE
(BCCN) CONFERENCE
2019
MACHINE LEARNING WITH PYTHON BY IBM ON COURSERA
2019
MATLAB BASICS FOR BEGINNERS LEARN FROM TOP EXPERTS BY UDEMY
2019
MEF UNIVERSITY 2019 ENTREPRENEURSHIP, ECONOMY, & TECHNOLOGY SUMMIT
2018
NEURAL NETWORKS AND DEEP LEARNING ONLINE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
2018
INTERNATIONAL NEUROSCIENCE, LAW, AND BEYOND CONGRESS
2017