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Work Experience

May 2024 - Present

ABM Industries

Senior Data Scientist (Contract)
Cincinnati Metropolitan Area · Remote
- Architecting agentic systems leveraging LLMs and fine-tuning small language models for generative AI in facility management.
- Developed advanced chatbots and LLMs using NLP techniques to enhance customer interactions and streamline processes.
- Implemented Azure solutions for data analysis and visualization to improve decision-making.
July 2023 - Present

Cerebra Consulting Inc

Data Science Manager (Full-time)
United States · Remote
- Leading data science initiatives with focus on Large Language Models (LLM) and Natural Language Processing (NLP).
- Managing data science projects and teams to deliver AI/ML solutions.
January 2018 - March 2023 (5 yrs 3 mos)

University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth

Doctoral Researcher
North Dartmouth, MA · Hybrid
- Led research projects and mentored junior members in research methodologies.
- Harmonized high-dimensional data and performed advanced statistical analysis using Python, R, SAS, SQL, SPSS, and shell programming.
- Utilized Tableau and D3 for data insights and visualizations.
- Developed iPredict neuro-fuzzy framework and SVM-based optimization for research.
- Used Big Data technologies (Azure, AWS) for data pipelines and model training.
- Designed and developed novel neuro-fuzzy machine learning model (R-mGNNF) for outcome prediction using PyTorch and TensorFlow.
- Harmonized complex high dimensional longitudinal dietary data from six major study centers with 200k+ rows and 200+ variables as part of NIH-funded initiative.
- Published research work at data science conferences and journals.
September 2017 - December 2018 (1 yr 4 mos)

University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth

Teaching Assistant
North Dartmouth, MA
- Assisted in teaching computer science and data science courses.
- Mentored students in programming, algorithms, and data analysis.
July 2017 - August 2017 (2 mos)

UMass Chan Medical School

Research Assistant (Internship)
Worcester, MA
- Developed fuzzy clustering algorithms for medical data analysis.
- Published research and presented findings internationally.
- Collaborated with computational scientists to design and validate machine learning models.
June 2013 - June 2015 (2 yrs 1 mo)

Instaton Tech Solutions

Co-Founder
Hyderabad, India
- Co-founded technology solutions company focusing on software development and consulting.
- Led technical strategy and product development initiatives.

Lazy isn't in my vocabulary.

Education

2018 - March 2023 (5 yrs 3 mos)

Doctor of Philosophy

Engineering and Applied Science

University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth
Dartmouth, MA, USA

Focus: Data Science, Machine Learning

Dissertation: "iPredict: Intelligent hybrid neuro-fuzzy system for predicting outcomes in longitudinal trials."

Committee: Dr. Hua (Julia) Fang (chair), Dr. Ming Shao, Dr. Honggang Wang, Dr. Bruce Barton

Conducted doctoral research and published research work in Data Science and Machine Learning with focus on predictive modeling and neuro-fuzzy systems.
2015 - 2018 (3 yrs)

Master of Science

Computer and Information Sciences

University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth
Dartmouth, MA, USA

Activities: UMassD Soccer Club, Webmaster at Indian Student Association

Relevant Courses: Advanced algorithms, Computational Reproducibility, Data Visualization using D3, Software Systems Design

Studied Computer Science and Information Technology with focus on data science and analytics, developing practical knowledge in algorithms, database systems, data analytics, data visualization, and Machine Learning.
March 2013 (4 yrs)

Bachelor of Technology

Information Technology

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University - Hyderabad
Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Studied the fundamentals of Information technology in the context of contemperory web and software development. Studied more than 20 courses related to computer science and information technology as part of the curriculam. Out side of the curriculam, completed ethical hacking, network security courses for career development.

Validated Expertise

Certifications

Responsible Conduct of Research for Engineers

CITI Program · January 2019

CITI Conflicts of Interest

CITI Program · January 2019 (Expired January 2023)

Impactful Work

Projects

iPAT: Intelligent Diet Quality Pattern Analysis for Harmonized MA-National Trials

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth · January 2019 - March 2023

Developed visualization-aided trajectory pattern-recognition and validation algorithms for longitudinal dietary data. Created comprehensive data harmonization and analysis framework for multi-center clinical trials.

Technical Arsenal

Skills & Technologies

Generative AI & LLMs

GenAI Fine Tuning Large Language Models (LLM) Natural Language Processing (NLP) Agentic Systems Chatbot Development

Machine Learning & Data Science

PyTorch TensorFlow Neuro-Fuzzy Systems Predictive Modeling Statistical Analysis Data Harmonization

Programming & Tools

Python R SAS SQL SPSS Shell Programming

Cloud & Big Data

Azure AWS Big Data Technologies

Visualization & Analytics

Tableau D3.js Data Visualization

Academic Contributions

Publications

A review of harmonization methods for studying dietary patterns

Smart Health · January 17, 2022

Comprehensive review of data harmonization methodologies in dietary research and longitudinal studies.

Neuro-Fuzzy classifier for longitudinal behavioral intervention data

ICNC Conference · February 18, 2019

Novel machine learning approach for analyzing and predicting outcomes in behavioral intervention studies.

Recognition

Honors & Awards

CIS Graduate Research Award

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth · April 2018

Research Assistantship

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth · January 2018

Giving Back

Volunteering

Event Organizer

The Talento · March 2013 - Present

Student Volunteer

Infocom Conferences · July 2020

Communication

Languages

English

Native/Bilingual Proficiency

Hindi

Limited Working Proficiency

Professional Networks

Organizations

Indian Student Association

Webmaster · August 2016 - August 2017

Microsoft User Group Hyderabad

Member · May 2012 - May 2015

Hi, I am

Venkata Sukumar Gurugubelli

Ph.D, Data Science | Senior Data Scientist

ABM Industries

Cerebra Consulting Inc

University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth

University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth

UMass Chan Medical School

Instaton Tech Solutions

Doctor of Philosophy

Engineering and Applied Science

Master of Science

Computer and Information Sciences

Bachelor of Technology

Information Technology