Ameed Shehayeb

Doctoral Researcher | Life Cycle Assessment Specialist | AI Business Analyst
Montréal, CA.

Work

Genecist Rubrics Expert
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Writer/Reviewer

San Francisco, California, US

Summary

Developed critical training data and evaluation rubrics for Large Language Models, optimizing AI performance for domain-specific applications.

Highlights

Curated specialized training datasets for Large Language Models (LLMs), directly addressing client-specific domain requirements and enhancing model accuracy.

Designed and implemented detailed rubrics to serve as benchmarks, significantly improving the precision and effectiveness of LLM fine-tuning processes.

Polytechnique Montréal
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Teaching Assistant

Montréal, Québec, Canada

Summary

Guided over 100 students in Life Cycle Analysis lab components, enhancing practical understanding and project execution.

Highlights

Instructed and mentored over 100 students in Life Cycle Analysis lab components, ensuring comprehension of complex methodologies and software applications.

Managed comprehensive course logistics, including project oversight, student communication, and material preparation, fostering an effective learning environment.

Evaluated academic submissions and course projects, providing constructive feedback that contributed to student success and learning outcomes.

maids.cc
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AI Business Analyst

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Summary

Leveraged AI and data analytics to optimize customer service operations and enhance user experience, leading to measurable improvements in efficiency and satisfaction.

Highlights

Deployed tailored AI prompts to proactively manage WhatsApp Business quality ratings, successfully mitigating the risk of number downgrades during high-volume periods.

Developed and trained GPT-3 chatbot prompts for critical customer journeys, improving clarity and reducing agent escalations by 15%.

Analyzed hundreds of chat transcripts using Tableau and custom dashboards to identify and resolve user confusion, repetitive replies, and broken conversational flows.

Presented data-driven insights on chatbot effectiveness to stakeholders, informing strategic improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and user satisfaction.

Polytechnique Montréal
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Research Assistant

Montréal, Québec, Canada

Summary

Contributed to the development and delivery of foundational environmental design and Life Cycle Assessment curriculum for first-year engineering students.

Highlights

Developed comprehensive pedagogical materials for the GCH1220 course, focusing on Environmental Design & Life Cycle principles.

Successfully introduced Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) concepts to first-year chemical engineering students, enhancing their foundational understanding of sustainable practices.

Supported academic operations by aiding in exam invigilation and managing logistical requirements for course assessments.

About

A highly analytical Chemical Engineering PhD candidate specializing in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and AI-driven business solutions. Adept at leveraging advanced research methodologies, data analysis, and language model tuning to drive efficiency, optimize processes, and deliver quantifiable impact in complex technical environments. Poised to apply a robust academic foundation and practical experience in sustainability and AI to innovative challenges.

Volunteer

LCA Research Day
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Head Organizer

Montréal, Québec, Canada

Summary

Orchestrated a successful LCA Research Day, managing all aspects from program development to logistical execution with a team of six.

Highlights

Designed and implemented the full event program for LCA Research Day, overseeing participant coordination and submission management.

Led a team of six students, delegating tasks and managing logistics to ensure the smooth and successful execution of the event.

Monazakara Jandariya (MJ)
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Senior Editor

Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon

Summary

Co-founded and served as Senior Editor for a student publication on gender-related topics, overseeing content development and editorial processes.

Highlights

Co-founded "Notes on Gender," MEPI's student publication, establishing its editorial vision and operational framework for gender-related topics.

Managed the entire editing workflow for a team of junior editors, facilitating communication with writers to ensure high-quality, finalized publications.

Education

Polytechnique Montréal
Montréal, Québec, Canada

Doctor of Philosophy

Chemical Engineering

Grade: CGPA: 3.78/4.0

Courses

Methodologies for Process Integration and Scale-up in LCA within the Food Plastic Packaging Industry

International Reference Center for Life Cycle Assessment and Sustainable Transition (CIRAIG)

American University of Beirut (AUB)
Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon

Bachelor of Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Grade: CGPA: 3.53/4.0

Awards

Lebanese International Finance Executives (LIFEs) Scholarship

Awarded By

Lebanese International Finance Executives (LIFEs)

Awarded a prestigious scholarship recognizing academic merit and financial need during undergraduate studies.

Dean's Honor List

Awarded By

American University of Beirut

Consistently recognized for exceptional academic performance and excellence across multiple semesters.

Publications

Occurrence and risks of microplastics in the ecosystems of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)

Published by

Environmental Science Pollution Research

Summary

Co-authored a peer-reviewed publication investigating the occurrence and ecological risks of microplastics in MENA ecosystems, contributing to environmental science research.

Languages

Arabic

Native

English

Native

French

Proficient

Skills

Technical Skills

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), OpenLCA, GPT-3, Large Language Models (LLMs), AI Prompt Engineering, Data Analysis, Tableau, Custom Dashboards, Python, Chemical Engineering Principles, Process Integration, Scale-up Methodologies.

Research & Analytical Skills

Quantitative Analysis, Qualitative Analysis, Research Design, Data Curation, Environmental Impact Assessment, Scenario Analysis, Sensitivity Analysis, Academic Writing, Peer Review.

Project Management & Leadership

Project Coordination, Event Management, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Communication, Curriculum Development, Editorial Management, Task Delegation.

Software & Tools

OpenLCA, Tableau, Microsoft Office Suite.

Projects

Fireworks vs. Drone Shows: A Comparative Life Cycle Assessment

Summary

Conducted a comprehensive Life Cycle Assessment comparing the environmental impacts of fireworks and drone shows in Montréal.