Sonia Guessoum - Research Fellow

Q: Where is Sonia based?

Sonia is based in Alicante (Alacant), Spain .

Q: What languages does Sonia speak?

Sonia speaks the following languages: Arabic (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced), French (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Sonia have?

Sonia has at least 6 years of experience. During this time, Sonia has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 3 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 6 months . Note that Sonia may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Sonia's latest experience?

Sonia's most recent position is Research Fellow at BKG Federal Agency for Cartography and Geodesy .

Q: What companies has Sonia worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Sonia has worked for BKG Federal Agency for Cartography and Geodesy , GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences , and University of Alicante .

Q: Which industries is Sonia most experienced in?

Sonia is most experienced in industries like Education and Government and Public Administration .

Q: Which business areas is Sonia most experienced in?

Sonia is most experienced in business areas like Research and Development (R&D) , Business Intelligence , and Information Technology (IT) .

Q: Which industries has Sonia worked in recently?

Sonia has recently worked in industries like Education and Government and Public Administration .

Q: Which business areas has Sonia worked in recently?

Sonia has recently worked in business areas like Research and Development (R&D) , Business Intelligence , and Information Technology (IT) .

Recommended expert

Alicante (Alacant), Spain

Experience

May 2024 - Sep 2024

5 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Research Fellow

BKG Federal Agency for Cartography and Geodesy

Applied machine learning techniques to geospatial and time series prediction, designing robust models and evaluating their accuracy.
Built data pipelines, performed feature selection, and conducted model optimization to support operational geodetic services.
Delivered analytical insights and visualizations to support decision-making in scientific and technical teams.

Feb 2024 - May 2024

4 months

Potsdam, Germany

Research Fellow

GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences

Performed applied AI research involving large-scale geodetic datasets, model testing, and experimental analysis.
Worked independently and asynchronously with international teams to develop reproducible ML workflows.
Contributed to forecasting and time series modeling for Earth observation applications.

Jan 2024 - Dec 2025

2 years

Alicante, Spain

Research Scientist, VLBI Analysis Center

University of Alicante

Developed and optimized machine learning and deep learning models for large geospatial and time series datasets, improving predictive accuracy for Earth rotation and geodetic parameters.
Designed and executed data preprocessing pipelines using Python (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy) and implemented model evaluation workflows in Jupyter Notebooks.
Built dashboards and visualizations to communicate complex results to interdisciplinary teams.

Jan 2020 - Dec 2023

4 years

Alicante, Spain

Research Assistant & Ph.D. Candidate

University of Alicante

Conducted advanced research in AI-driven modeling, creating neural network architectures and predictive models for complex physical systems.
Designed and ran experiments, tuned ML workflows, and validated results using Python, scikit-learn, TensorFlow and PyTorch.
Managed large datasets, implemented feature engineering techniques, and documented experimental findings for publications and reports.

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Education (6 years) and Government and Administration (0.5 years).

Education

Government and Administration

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Research and Development (6 years), Business Intelligence (0.5 years), and Information Technology (0.5 years).

Research and Development

Business Intelligence

Information Technology

Summary

Ph.D. in Mathematical Methods and Modeling in Science and Engineering (International Doctoral Program, Excellent Evaluation), specializing in Deep Learning and Machine Learning. Over five years of experience developing AI models for complex physical and geospatial systems, including time series analysis, geodetic data processing, and predictive modeling. Proficient in Python, Jupyter Notebooks, and ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and scikit-learn. Experienced in designing experiments, preprocessing large datasets, and evaluating model performance to optimize AI workflows. Reviewer for the international journal Earth, Planets and Space (Springer Nature). Highly motivated to contribute to AI research projects by implementing robust machine learning solutions, validating prompt-based AI systems, and collaborating asynchronously with engineering teams.

Skills

Machine Learning & Deep Learning: Experience Designing, Training, And Evaluating Ml Models (Cnns, Lstms, Mlps) For Real-world Datasets; Skilled In Experiment Setup, Hyperparameter Tuning, And Model Validation.
Applied Data Science: Preprocessing, Cleaning, And Analyzing Large And Complex Datasets; Building Reproducible Workflows In Python And Jupyter Notebooks.
Time Series & Predictive Modeling: Developing Forecasting Models For Dynamic Systems Using Statistical, Ml, And Deep Learning Approaches.
Python & Scientific Computing: Advanced Proficiency With Numpy, Pandas, Scipy, Scikit-learn, Pytorch, And Tensorflow; Strong Experience In Algorithm Development And Data-driven Analysis.
Ai Model Behavior & Prompt Evaluation: Familiar With Testing, Validating, And Analyzing The Performance Of Ai And Prompt-based Systems, Aligned With Modern Llm Workflows.
Experimental Design & Optimization: Skilled In Designing Experiments For Model Testing, Performance Comparison, And Pipeline Optimization.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Experience Working Across Mathematics, Engineering, And Data Science Teams To Deliver Applied Ai Solutions.
Scientific Communication: Strong Writing And Presentation Skills (Egu 2021–2025, Iugg 2023); Experienced In Summarizing Complex Technical Results For Stakeholders.

Languages

Arabic

Native

English

Advanced

Spanish

Advanced

French

Advanced

Education

Oct 2020 - Jun 2025

University of Alicante

Ph.D., Mathematical Methods and Modelling in Science and Engineering · Mathematical Methods and Modelling in Science and Engineering · Alicante, Spain

Oct 2017 - Jun 2019

University of M’Hamed Bougara Boumerdes

Master’s in Operations Research, Optimization and Strategic Management · Operations Research, Optimization and Strategic Management · Boumerdes, Algeria

Oct 2014 - Jun 2017

University of M’Hamed Bougara Boumerdes

Bachelor in Mathematics and Computer Science · Mathematics and Computer Science · Boumerdes, Algeria

...and 1 more

Profile

Created

December 2025

Need a freelancer? Find your match in seconds.

Try FRATCH GPT

Frequently asked questions

Do you have questions? Here you can find further information.

Where is Sonia based?

Sonia is based in Alicante (Alacant), Spain.

What languages does Sonia speak?

Sonia speaks the following languages: Arabic (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced), French (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Sonia have?

Sonia has at least 6 years of experience. During this time, Sonia has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 3 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 6 months. Note that Sonia may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Sonia be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Sonia would be well-suited for roles such as: Research Fellow, Research Scientist, VLBI Analysis Center, Research Assistant & Ph.D. Candidate.

What is Sonia's latest experience?

Sonia's most recent position is Research Fellow at BKG Federal Agency for Cartography and Geodesy.

What companies has Sonia worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Sonia has worked for BKG Federal Agency for Cartography and Geodesy, GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences, and University of Alicante.

Which industries is Sonia most experienced in?

Sonia is most experienced in industries like Education and Government and Public Administration.

Which business areas is Sonia most experienced in?

Sonia is most experienced in business areas like Research and Development (R&D), Business Intelligence, and Information Technology (IT).

Which industries has Sonia worked in recently?

Sonia has recently worked in industries like Education and Government and Public Administration.

Which business areas has Sonia worked in recently?

Sonia has recently worked in business areas like Research and Development (R&D), Business Intelligence, and Information Technology (IT).

What is Sonia's education?

Sonia holds a Doctorate in Mathematical Methods and Modelling in Science and Engineering from University of Alicante, a Master in Operations Research, Optimization and Strategic Management from University of M’Hamed Bougara Boumerdes and a Bachelor in Mathematics and Computer Science from University of M’Hamed Bougara Boumerdes.

What is the availability of Sonia?

Sonia is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Sonia?

Sonia's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.