I am a Ph.D. economist with a strong academic background and over 10 years of professional experience. I hold a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Agriculture University of Faisalabad, Pakistan, and a Masters in Economics from the University of University of Sargodha, Pakistan.
Throughout my career, I have worked in prominent institutions such as the Central Bank, Financial Service Authority, and Insurance industry. This diverse experience has equipped me with a deep understanding of economic analysis, quantitative analysis, business consulting, data analysis, research, and academic writing.
With a client base spanning over 20 countries, I have successfully completed projects in various domains including macroeconomics, econometrics, statistics, business consulting, SEO, banking, and microeconomics. I have had the privilege of working with clients ranging from CEOs, Directors, startup business owners, professors, policymakers, to students, earning their trust and satisfaction.
My passion lies in playing with data. I am well-versed in statistical data processing using popular tools such as Eviews, SPSS, Matlab, STATA, QM, R, Minitab, and Microsoft Office package. I have also spent a year designing and conducting questionnaires for market research. I take pride in expressing my analysis through well-written reports and visually appealing charts.
As an economist and analyst expert, my expertise lies in financial economics, microeconomics, macroeconomics, mathematical economics, econometrics, and economic research. I have extensive experience in data analysis and modeling, having worked with large and complex datasets. My skills include regression analysis (linear and non-linear), multilevel modeling, propensity score analysis, and quasi-experimental methods. I have worked with diverse datasets such as household surveys, administrative datasets, and medical claims data.
In addition to my analytical skills, I am also a proficient writer and researcher. I specialize in technology and social sciences, with a strong focus on economic history and monetary policy. With over five years of writing experience, I can adapt quickly to any project and deliver high-quality work. My writing style is clear, concise, and easily understood, even when dealing with complex topics. I have a track record of writing over 1,300 articles for clients since 2013, with no negative reviews.
If you are looking for an economist and analyst who can provide expert insights, conduct thorough research, and deliver well-written reports, I am here to assist you. Let's collaborate and achieve your goals together.
Stata
Data Analysis
Analytical Presentation
EViews
IBM SPSS
Static Testing
Taqdees A.
Lahore, Pakistan
$15/hr
5.0
12 jobs
I offer two specialized services: Talent Acquisition and Qualitative Research & Data Analysis.
Talent Acquisition: 3+ years of experience helping businesses with end-to-end recruitment needs, including:
• Technical & Non-Technical Recruitment
• Candidate Sourcing, Screening, Scorecard Development
• Behavioural and Technical Interviews
• Recruitment Coordination
• ATS & CRM Management
• Talent Mapping
• LinkedIn Recruiter, Bullhorn, Greenhouse, Manatal, Pipedrive, Indeed, Dice, ZipRecruiter
Qualitative Research & Data Analysis Specialist
4+ years of experience conducting interviews, thematic analysis, and turning qualitative data into actionable insights.
📊 Skills:
• Qualitative Data Collection and Analysis
• Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and In-depth Interviews (IDIs)
• Customer Discovery, User Interviews, Interview Transcription
• Data Cleaning
• Thematic Analysis
• Qualitative Coding (Open, Axial & Selective, if applicable) & Codebook Development
• Literature Reviews
• Report Writing
• STATA, MAXQDA, NVivo, ATLAS.ti, Microsoft Excel
Previous Work Experience: Clients & Organizations
• Nexamp
• Systems Limited (CGT Staffing)
• Mahbub-ul-Haq Research Centre
Stata
Economics
Literature Review
Atlas
Econometrics
Data Analysis
Statistics
Market Research
Quantitative Research
Qualitative Research
Academic Research
Academic Transcription
Iqra A.
Lahore, Pakistan
$25/hr
4.9
62 jobs
Highly skilled Statistician, Quantitative Analyst, Research Writer, and Data Analytics Specialist with a Master’s degree in Statistics and over 5 years of experience in advanced research, statistical analysis, and data-driven problem solving. Experienced in applying modern analytical approaches, intelligent data techniques, and computational methods to improve research efficiency and support strategic decision-making.
Strong background in exploring complex datasets to detect trends, patterns, and meaningful associations between variables through quantitative analysis and experimental approaches. Skilled in developing predictive and analytical models using techniques such as regression, forecasting, classification, clustering, simulations, and algorithm-based modeling for research and business insights.
Proficient in managing data throughout the analytical lifecycle including data collection, preprocessing, transformation, interpretation, and visualization using tools such as SPSS, SPSS AMOS, Excel, Python, SQL, Minitab, and Google Sheets. Adept at utilizing programming and statistical methodologies to organize large datasets, automate analytical processes, and generate actionable insights.
Experienced in supporting research and analytical projects involving both structured and unstructured data while applying statistical reasoning and computational techniques to address organizational and academic challenges. Capable of presenting analytical findings through clear visual reports and dashboards that assist stakeholders in making informed decisions.
Successfully completed 450+ projects including theses, dissertations, survey analyses, business analytics tasks, and research studies across multiple disciplines including Social Sciences, Marketing, Finance, Economics, Healthcare, and Business Research. Recognized for accuracy, professionalism, high-quality reporting, and timely project delivery.
Areas of Expertise
Quantitative & Statistical Analysis
Predictive Analytics & Data Modeling
Research Methodology & Survey Analysis
Exploratory Data Analysis
Computational & Statistical Techniques
Data Interpretation & Visualization
Structured & Unstructured Data Handling
Machine Learning-Based Analytical Approaches
Research Writing & Academic Reporting
Statistical Reporting using SPSS, AMOS, Excel, Python & SQL
Statistical & Analytical Services
Reliability Analysis (Cronbach’s Alpha)
Descriptive Statistics
Parametric & Non-Parametric Analysis
Regression & Correlation Analysis
One-Way & Two-Way ANOVA
Repeated Measures ANOVA
Independent, Paired & One-Sample t-tests
Chi-Square Analysis
Mann–Whitney U Test
Kruskal–Wallis H Test
Cross-Tabulation Analysis
Predictive & Comparative Statistical Analysis
Best Regards
Stata
Statistics
Statistical Analysis
Microsoft Excel
Data Analytics
Hypothesis Testing
Data Analysis
IBM SPSS
Analytics
Quantitative Research
Quantitative Analysis
Research Methods
Dissertation Writing
Thesis
Research Paper Writing
Report Writing
Python
SQL
Business Analysis
Data Science
Omar Z.
Lahore, Pakistan
$25/hr
5.0
32 jobs
I've worked as a Senior Research specialist at Princeton University and posses around 3 years of experience using econometric tools to analyze large complex datasets . I can assist you to analyze, scrape, clean, reshape and merge all kinds of datasets. I can also write and revise your final thesis or other papers that will be published. Proficient in Stata, R, and LaTeX.
Stata
LaTeX
Economics
Research Methods
Microeconomics
Automation
Causal Inference
RStudio
Academic Research
Environment
Econometrics
Data Scraping
Editing & Proofreading
ARFAN S.
Kharian, Pakistan
$6/hr
4.4
43 jobs
Power BI Expert | Data Analyst | Financial Analyst | Investment & Portfolio Analyst | Econometrics | Stata | SPSS | Excel
I am a Power BI Expert, Data Analyst, Financial Analyst, and Investment & Portfolio Analyst with 17+ years of professional experience in Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, Economics, Finance, Econometrics, Statistical Analysis, Research, and Teaching.
I help businesses, investors, researchers, and organizations transform raw data into interactive dashboards, financial models, optimized investment portfolios, econometric models, and actionable insights.
My core services include Power BI dashboard development, Excel financial modeling, investment and portfolio analysis, statistical analysis, econometric modeling, data visualization, research analysis, and business intelligence reporting.
POWER BI & BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE
• Interactive Power BI Dashboards and Executive Dashboards
• Business Intelligence and Management Reporting
• KPI Dashboards and Performance Tracking
• DAX Measures and Calculated Columns
• Power Query and Data Transformation
• Data Modeling and Table Relationships
• Star Schema and Data Model Optimization
• Drill Through and Interactive Reports
• Row Level Security, RLS
• Power BI Service and Report Server
• Data Cleaning, ETL, and Report Automation
• Financial, Sales, Operations, and Management Dashboards
DATA ANALYSIS & ADVANCED EXCEL
• Advanced Excel and Financial Modeling
• Power Query and Power Pivot
• Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts
• XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH, and Advanced Formulas
• Excel Dashboards and Automated Reports
• Data Cleaning, Transformation, and Validation
• KPI Analysis and Performance Reporting
• Scenario and Sensitivity Analysis
INVESTMENT & PORTFOLIO ANALYSIS
• Investment Portfolio Construction and Management
• Portfolio Optimization and Performance Evaluation
• Modern Portfolio Theory and Markowitz Optimization
• Asset Allocation, Security Selection, and Diversification
• Portfolio Rebalancing and Risk Management
• Efficient Frontier and Tangency Portfolio
• Capital Allocation Line, CAL
• Capital Market Line, CML
• Security Market Line, SML
• CAPM, Beta, Alpha, and Expected Return
• Sharpe Ratio, Treynor Ratio, Sortino Ratio, and Jensen's Alpha
• Value at Risk, VaR, and Expected Shortfall
• Risk and Return Analysis
• Optimal Portfolio Weights using Excel Solver
• Portfolio Tracking and Investment Dashboards
• Customized Portfolio Analysis from 2 to 50+ Securities
FINANCIAL ANALYSIS & CORPORATE FINANCE
• Financial Statement Preparation and Analysis
• Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement
• Financial Modeling and Forecasting
• Capital Budgeting and Investment Decisions
• NPV, IRR, Payback Period, and Profitability Index
• Corporate Finance and Financial Management
• Investment Decision Modeling
• Scenario and Sensitivity Analysis
• Financial Performance and Ratio Analysis
ECONOMETRICS & STATISTICAL ANALYSIS
• Panel Data, Time Series, and Cross Sectional Analysis
• OLS and Multiple Regression Analysis
• Fixed Effects and Random Effects Models
• Dynamic Panel Data and GMM
• Instrumental Variables, IV Regression
• Difference in Differences, DiD
• Event Study Analysis
• VAR and VECM Models
• ARDL and Cointegration Analysis
• Granger Causality
• ARCH and GARCH Models
• Forecasting and Econometric Modeling
STATISTICAL METHODS
• Descriptive and Inferential Statistics
• Correlation and Regression Analysis
• T Tests and Chi Square Tests
• ANOVA, MANOVA, and ANCOVA
• CFA and EFA
• Structural Equation Modeling, SEM
• PLS SEM
• Mediation and Moderation Analysis
• Kruskal Wallis and Friedman Tests
• Wilcoxon and McNemar Tests
• Survival Analysis
SOFTWARE & ANALYTICS TOOLS
• Power BI
• Microsoft Excel
• Stata 18 and Stata 17
• SPSS
• R and RStudio
• EViews
• Tableau
• Gretl
• Power Query
• Power Pivot
ECONOMICS & FINANCE EXPERTISE
• Financial Economics
• Investment and Portfolio Management
• Corporate Finance
• Financial Management
• Microeconomics and Macroeconomics
• International Economics
• Mathematical Economics
• Applied Econometrics
RESEARCH & ACADEMIC DATA ANALYSIS
I support researchers and postgraduate students with quantitative research and statistical analysis, including:
• Research Methodology and Econometric Model Development
• Secondary Data Collection
• Data Cleaning and Preparation
• Statistical and Econometric Analysis
• Results Interpretation
• Tables, Graphs, and Data Visualization
• Thesis and Dissertation Data Analysis
• Research Paper Analysis
• APA Formatting and Academic Presentation
I have published research in international academic journals, including research on cryptocurrency and portfolio risk diversification:
"Impact of Crypto Assets as Risk Diversifiers: A VAR-based Analysis of Portfolio Risk Reduction."
I also have experience working with large secondary datasets from sources including the World Bank, IMF, OECD, and United Nations.
Stata
Microsoft Excel
Economics
Social Media Management
Microeconomics
IBM SPSS
Research Papers
Financial Management
Portfolio Management
Corporate Finance
Stock Market
Academic Writing
Data Analysis
Regression Analysis
Literature Review
Kamran K.
Karachi, Pakistan
$5/hr
4.9
110 jobs
I have already run 500+ such jobs. I am a research scholar with very good data analyzing and interpretation skills, excellent command on SPSS, AMOS, SmartPLS, R Studio, JASP, Jamovi, STATA and Excel. Data customization and fine tuning for desired results is guaranteed. I can correct your data as per results and even provide data for many research models. A brief list things which I can do with proficiency are:
- Data scraping / virtual assistant
- Data entry
- Data analysis assumptions
- EFA / CFA
- Correlations
- Reliability
- ANOVA / Kruskal Wallis / Friedman
- T-Tests / Mann Whitney / Wilcoxon
- General Linear Model GLM
- PROCESS Hayes
- Chi square / Crosstabulation
- SEM - mediation, moderation, moderated mediation
- Monte Carlo data simulation
- Linear mixed models LMM
- Data cleaning & customization
- Desired results on hypotheses
- Generalized estimating equations GEE
- SEM Robustness Checks
- PLS Predict
- Confirmatory Tetrad Analysis CTA in PLS
- Non Linear Effects - Quadratic
- Unobserved heterogeneity FIMIX
- Endogeneity Gaussian copula
- Measurement invariance MICOM Permutations
- Linear, Multiple and logistics regression
- Electronic Document Management (EDMS) - ACONEX - Oracle University
- Electronic Record Management (ERDM) - Preservica
- Digital Archiving - Archivist (using MARC, EAD, MODS, DACS and Dublin Core)
- Document Controller
- Latex Editing
- Many more
NOTE: 5$/HOUR is starting price for tasks such as data entry etc., for analysis jobs rates are negotiable.
Stata
Microsoft Excel
Tutoring
Data Analysis
Data Visualization
Linear Regression
IBM SPSS
Virtual Assistance
Data Scraping
Regression Analysis
Structural Equation Modeling
Hypothesis Testing
Research Papers
Survey Design
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