About Me
Hi there! I'm Jaiditya Dev, a Pearson Scholar and Data Science graduate from UofT Mississauga. Ever since building my first word cloud in Python, I've been hooked on turning messy datasets into clear, impactful insights.
Education
University of Toronto
H.B.Sc. in Applied Statistics, Minor in Computer Science and Mathematics
- Awards: Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship (Full-Ride Scholarship), UofT Student Engagement Award 2021, Dean's List Scholar
Certifications
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Technical Skills
Experience
Associate Software Developer
ADP Canada
- Set to begin full-time as a Software Engineer at ADP Canada in July 2025, focusing on building scalable payroll and HR solutions.
Teaching Assistant
University of Toronto, Mississauga
- Facilitated weekly tutorials for STA107H5S: Introduction to Probability and Modelling, engaging students in activities on discrete distributions, sampling, and statistical inference.
- Provided guidance on R programming, supporting students in simulating probabilities and applying statistical concepts.
- Assessed student submissions and provided feedback on assignments, ensuring alignment with course learning outcomes.
Data Science Intern
ADP Canada
- Developed a machine learning classification model to identify tax form types, managing a real-time dataset of 800,000+ entries.
- Refined keyword search algorithms and deployed data visualization tools, such as word clouds, for enhanced data analysis and stakeholder engagement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate data-driven solutions, boosting strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.
Research Assistant
University of Toronto, Mississauga
- Conducted research on causal inference models with Prof. Sonya Allin.
- Authored literature reviews and presented findings at lab meetings.
LearnAI Program Teaching Assistant
UofT AI
- Delivered tutorials on ML, neural networks, and computer vision.
- Mentored students on AI projects, fostering curiosity and skills.
- Assessed assignments and provided constructive feedback.
President, UTM Residence Council
University of Toronto Mississauga
- Drove initiatives to enhance residence life andsmooth transitions for new students.
- Led a team to organize community‑building events andcoordinate sub‑teams for maximum impact.
- Served as a voting member on Food Quality Services toimprove campus dining.
Strategy Analyst (Summer Intern)
Ernst and Young LLC.
- Collaborated within the EY Strategy Analysis Team to study the evolving Asia Pacific 3D Printing market.
- Utilized statistical modeling and market assessments to evaluate the market's feasibility for the I.I.T. Delhi Incubation Center.
- Developed data-driven models for optimizing 3D Printing filament procurement strategies through regression analysis and trend forecasting.
Machine Learning Research Intern
National Institute of Technology
- Led research on the prediction of Dengue and Tuberculosis using ensemble-based forecasting techniques, contributing to proactive public health measures.
- Co-authored and presented research papers at international conferences, including the International Conference on AI and the Swiss OpenTox Conference.
Summer Intern, SMEV
- Analyzed the Indian electric mobility value chain and market incentives.
- Assisted in research on battery chemistries and policy impacts on EV adoption.
- Collaborated cross‑functionally to developrecommendations for two‑ and three‑wheeler transitions.
Publications
Health TrueInfo: A multilingual Android app and social media approach in tackling COVID-19 vaccine misinformation and hesitancy in Bolivia, India, and Canada
Developed and evaluated a multilingual Android app alongside targeted social media campaigns, achieving measurable reductions in vaccine hesitancy across three countries.
Time Series Forecasting Techniques for Internet of Things: A Survey
Provides a comprehensive overview of time‑series forecasting methods, challenges, and enabling technologies for large‑scale IoT deployments.
A Heterogeneous Ensemble Forecasting Model for Disease Prediction
Combined multiple forecasting algorithms into one ensemble to significantly improve the accuracy of outbreak predictions for diseases like dengue and tuberculosis.
ARIMA Modelling for Time Series Forecasting
Explored ARIMA-based techniques to optimize parameter selection and improve forecasting precision across diverse datasets.