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Vânia Pereira Machado

Vânia Pereira Machado

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Research Analyst

| Lausanne, Switzerland

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Data Analyst

Analytics ninja, mastering the art of extracting insights from chaos.

My Work

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github

HR Analytics Atlas Lab

Power BI
github

Analyzing Students Mental Health

PythonSQL
github

Product Sales Analysis Pens Printers

Python
DataLab

Project: Exploring Airbnb Market Trends

Python

My Certifications

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Data Analyst Associate

Data Analyst Associate

Data Analyst

Data Analyst

Other Certificates

Microsoft Microsoft PL-300: Power BI Data Analyst Associate Certification

Datacamp Data Analyst

DataCamp Course Completion

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My Work Experience

Where I've interned and worked during my career.

Institute of Social Sciences (ICS-UL) | Dec 2016 - Jun 2022

Researcher

- Collected, cleaned, and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data from surveys, interviews, and field observations across Portugal, Angola, Germany, and Australia to identify trends and patterns. - Designed, implemented, and analyzed large-scale surveys using Qualtrics and IBM SPSS Statistics. - Conducted 6 months of ethnographic fieldwork in Australia, gathering structured and unstructured data through interviews and observation. - Applied statistical and research methods to evaluate hypotheses and generate actionable insights. - Performed qualitative data cleaning, coding, and thematic/content analysis using MAXQDA. - Created clear, structured reports and visualizations to communicate findings to academic and non-academic audiences. - Developed strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and data storytelling skills supporting evidence-based decision-making. - Managed the project’s WordPress blog to present research updates and key insights.
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Couture / Decode / Disrupt | Jul 2016 - Sep 2017

User Researcher

- Designed, executed, and analyzed consumer behavior surveys. - Identified customer needs and behavioral patterns through structured and semi-structured interviews. - Applied statistical and research methods to evaluate hypotheses and generate actionable insights. - Conducted in-depth ethnographic research in supermarkets and homes. - Facilitated co-creation and ethnographic workshops, translating insights into actionable design recommendations.

Institute of Social Sciences (ICS-UL) | Jun 2013 - Mar 2015

Researcher

- Collected, cleaned, and analyzed secondary data from international statistical databases, administrative sources, and NGO reports to contextualize social and economic patterns. - Designed, implemented, and analyzed surveys using SPSS Statistics. - Conducted 7 months of fieldwork in Brazil, gathering qualitative data through interviews and observation. - Applied content and thematic analysis to transform raw qualitative data into structured insights. - Produced analytical reports and presented findings at academic conferences.

My Education

Take a look at my formal education

Post-Graduation in Data Analysis in the Social SciencesISCTE - Instituto Universitário de Lisboa | 2016
Master's Degree in Anthropology: Globalization, Migration and MulticulturalismISCTE - Instituto Universitário de Lisboa | 2015
Bachelor’s Degree in AnthropologyUniversity of Coimbra | 2012

About Me

Vânia Pereira Machado

Anthropologist with 7+ years of research, transitioning into data analytics. Skilled and certified in Power BI, Python, and SQL. Passionate about turning complex data into actionable insights. Seeking job or internship opportunities.

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