Nawaf Al-Dowayan
Dammam,,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Computer Science graduate from KFUPM with a robust foundation in data science and machine learning. Passionate about applying these technologies to create impactful solutions and drive meaningful outcomes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Teaching Assistant
KAUST Academy
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Supported a 5-day introductory AI course covering Mathematics for AI to Deep Learning.
- Guided students through quizzes and assessments, helping over 50 learners strengthen core concepts.
Undergraduate Researcher
SDAIA-KFUPM JRC for Artificial Intelligence
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Collaborated on research evaluating sequence-to-sequence models for Arabic NLP tasks.
- Analyzed performance metrics and contributed to report preparation.
Intern
Sinopec
Beijing, China
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Completed a 2-month internship with field visits and exposure to multiple corporate headquarters.
- Gained practical insights into oil and gas operations and industry dynamics.
Computer Science Grader
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Graded assignments for ICS 381 and ICS 501, handling over 100 students and demonstrating resilience while managing a heavy course load.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science, Data Science & Analytics Concentration
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
Dhahran, Eastern Province 05.2025 -
Summer Program - Advanced Applications of Neural Networks and Deep Learning, Psychology and Social Connections
Lady Margaret Hall, University of Oxford
United Kingdom 11.2023 -
Skills
- Programming Languages
- Machine Learning
- Deep Learning
- Data Science
- Natural Language Processing
- Leadership
- Communication
Projects
- EconoMind, Dear AI (KAUST) Hackathon
Developed a TASI stock market price predictor using fine-tuned LSTMs & Arabert.
- GEOOSC: CubeSat for Geostationary Orbit Debris Removal
Worked on onboard systems for debris detection and removal in CubeSat project. See geoosc.com.
Accomplishments
- 15 out of 10,000 - University of Oxford
I was nominated to be one of 15 elite students in the Kingdom's universities to participate in the advanced academic program for artificial intelligence at the University of Oxford, among 10,000 applicants.
- Most Impressive Project Award
Won the prestigious award from the International Advisory Board, nominated by NASA engineers, at the KFUPM Design Expo for the GEOOSC senior project, competing against numerous exceptional projects.
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science, Data Science & Analytics Concentration
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
05.2025 -
Computer Science Grader
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
09.2024 - 12.2024
Intern
Sinopec
07.2024 - 08.2024
Undergraduate Researcher
SDAIA-KFUPM JRC for Artificial Intelligence
02.2024 - 06.2024
Summer Program - Advanced Applications of Neural Networks and Deep Learning, Psychology and Social Connections
Lady Margaret Hall, University of Oxford
11.2023 -
Teaching Assistant
KAUST Academy
11.2023 - 11.2023
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