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Robert McMahon

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Introduction to Power BI

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Introduction to Power BI

A quantitative and survey research expert specializing in applying R to tackle complex data.

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Intermediate SQL

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Intermediate R

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Data Analyst

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Introduction to SQL
Introduction to Power BI
Intermediate SQL
Introduction to R

My Work Experience

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American Institutes for Research | Apr 2022 - Present

Researcher

• Specialized in quantitative and survey research methods, data analysis, reporting, and project management to deliver rigorous evidence for program evaluations, policy analysis, and academic research. • Used R as the primary tool for tasks related to data management using a variety of data sources, multi-level modeling, quasi-experimental methods, multiple imputation, and machine learning models like CART and GBM to apply appropriate and accurate statistical analyses using up-to-date methods and data environments. • Built dashboards and presentations using data visualization platforms like R Shiny and Tableau to effectively communicate data and results to internal and external stakeholders. • Created advanced, customizable, and accessible web surveys and dashboards, applying knowledge in HTML and Javascript to present content for data collections and reports with high professional standards.
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Michigan Academy for Developing Entrepreneurs (MADE) | Mar 2018 - Jul 2022

Independent Contractor

• Developed comprehensive reports that offered actionable business development advice, employing clear business models, SWOT analysis, and tailored outputs to enhance understanding for respondents. • Prepared a dashboard presentation with R Shiny and integrated it with LimeSurvey as part of a redesign to improve presentation and usability of automated reports, introducing interactive elements and ability to incorporate ongoing revisions on a rolling basis. • Assisted in designing the survey through the Joint Program in Survey Methodology at the University of Maryland, in partnership with the University of Michigan, adapting MADE’s initial draft into a refined data collection instrument.

American Institutes for Research | Apr 2013 - Apr 2022

Research Associate

analysis, and reporting for projects related to education and workforce program implementation and evaluation across a variety of contexts. • Specialized in web survey administration, design, and programming, including web programming for accessible and customized surveys tailored to specific needs using HTML and JavaScript. • Delivered data and assisted with data analysis and reporting using R, Tableau, SPSS, and other tools for performance and program evaluations.

American Institutes for Research | Jul 2009 - Apr 2013

Research Assistant

• Aided in drafting for several technical reports, as well as contributing to data analyses and survey designs for education and workforce program evaluation and knowledge assessments. • Programmed web surveys using platforms such as Qualtrics and SurveyGizmo (now Alchemer), applying web development expertise to craft surveys that met high standards. • Coded content and ensured quality for a nationally administered, high stakes admissions exam with close attention to detail. This involved working with content management and database systems, as well as coding content into HTML for presentation, to deliver a highly polished assessment.

My Education

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Master's degree, Survey MethodologyUniversity of Maryland College Park | 2018
BS, PsychologyLongwood University | 2009

About Me

Robert McMahon

A quantitative and survey research expert in search of a next great challenge. Specializes in applying R to tackle complex data, creating engaging dashboards and visualizations, as well as all-around survey development, administration, data analysis,

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