Rumi Allbert - AI Researcher & Engineer

Rumi Allbert

AI Researcher & Engineer

New York, New York
rumiallbert@gmail.com • +1 (973) 936-4084 • https://linkedin.com/in/rumi-allbert
Rumi Allbert

About

Experienced AI Engineer and Data Scientist with a strong background in machine learning, natural language processing, and data analytics. My interdisciplinary interests extend to classics, philosophy, and music.

Languages

  • 🇺🇸 English
  • 🇲🇽 Spanish
  • 🇹🇼 Chinese
  • 🇮🇹 Italian
  • 📜 Latin
  • 🏛️ Ancient Greek

Experience

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    Remote - Traveler

    The AI platform for human intelligence.

    Highlights:

    • Conducting and leading AI initiatives for human intelligence platform
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    New York, NY - On site

    A classical liberal arts institute dedicated to preserving the intellectual traditions of antiquity through the Trivium, Quadrivium, and Socratic method.

    Highlights:

    • Founded an institute reviving the Seven Liberal Arts — Grammar, Logic, Rhetoric, Arithmetic, Geometry, Music, and Astronomy
    • Designed a classical curriculum rooted in the Socratic dialectic and the pursuit of Eudaimonia
    • Building a scholarly community of fellows committed to the preservation and transmission of Western intellectual heritage
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    New York, NY - Remote

    Researching Minds, Machines & Intelligence, focusing on Deep Learning/Artificial Intelligence Conceptual Spaces, AI Philosophy, and Consciousness Science.

    Highlights:

    • Exploring ethical, moral, and societal implications of AI development
    • Investigating machine ethics, AI bias, and explainability of AI decisions
    • Contributing to the development of ethical frameworks for responsible AI creation and deployment

    Responsibilities:

    • Conducting interdisciplinary research on AI philosophy and consciousness science
    • Collaborating with fellow researchers on projects related to machine intelligence and cognitive functions
    • Utilizing Mathematica and various machine learning and AI libraries for advanced computational analysis

    Technologies:

    • Mathematica
    • Python
    • AI
    • Machine Learning
    • Ethics in AI
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    New York, NY - On site

    Architecting and implementing cutting-edge Large Language Models and AI systems.

    Highlights:

    • Architected and implemented cutting-edge Large Language Models, resulting in a 40% improvement in natural language understanding across multiple domains
    • Pioneered an AI recommendation evaluation platform, leveraging advanced ML techniques to boost recommendation accuracy by 30%

    Responsibilities:

    • Coordinating, implementing, and deploying various AI models to production

    Technologies:

    • Python
    • HuggingFace
    • PyTorch
    • Docker
    • Redis
    • wandb
    • FastAPI
    • Ollama
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    Middletown, NY - Remote

    Teaching foundational ethics and philosophy in computer & data science, with a focus on AI governance and emerging technology challenges.

    Highlights:

    • Teach foundational ethics and philosophy in computer science, focusing on AI governance, privacy rights, and emerging tech challenges
    • Design curriculum bridging theoretical frameworks with real-world case studies in data ethics and responsible innovation

    Responsibilities:

    • Develop and deliver comprehensive course materials on tech ethics and AI governance
    • Mentor students in understanding ethical implications of emerging technologies

    Technologies:

    • Ethics in AI
    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Teaching
    • Philosophy
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    New York, NY - Hybrid

    Spearheaded data science initiatives, focusing on predictive modeling, data pipeline engineering, and NLP implementations.

    Highlights:

    • Developed predictive models using advanced statistical techniques, resulting in a 20% reduction in subscriber churn
    • Engineered scalable data pipelines using Python and Hive, increasing operational efficiency by 25% and enhancing data integrity
    • Implemented state-of-the-art NLP models, including BERT and custom clustering algorithms, to extract actionable insights from unstructured data
    • Designed and deployed an automated reporting system, providing real-time analytics to C-level executives and informing strategic decisions

    Responsibilities:

    • Led end-to-end data science projects from conception to deployment
    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate data-driven solutions into business processes
    • Presented findings and recommendations to stakeholders, translating complex analyses into actionable insights

    Technologies:

    • Python
    • Hive
    • MySQL
    • Apache Superset
    • Machine Learning
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    Remote - Remote

    Leading technical initiatives and strategic planning for an international non-profit organization.

    Highlights:

    • Led development and maintenance of multilingual websites, ensuring optimal performance and user experience
    • Managed server infrastructure, prioritizing system reliability and efficiency
    • Organized and hosted international conferences, enhancing network and outreach
    • Engaged in advocacy at the International Religious Freedom Summit, supported by diverse media and community collaborations

    Responsibilities:

    • Overseeing all technical aspects of the organization's digital presence
    • Collaborating with international teams to implement strategic initiatives
    • Representing the organization at high-level conferences and summits

    Technologies:

    • WordPress
    • Web Development
    • Server Management
    • Event Organization
    • Advocacy
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    Delaware - Remote

    Conducted complex statistical analyses using Python, uncovering key insights that shaped the direction of multiple research projects.

    Highlights:

    • Developed and optimized a suite of Python scripts for PsychoPy, accelerating the data analysis pipeline by 30% and eliminating processing bottlenecks

    Technologies:

    • Python
    • PsychoPy
    • Statistics
    • Research
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    Middletown, NY - Intern

    Developed data-driven reports for the VP & CEO, highlighting key findings from extensive data mining efforts.

    Highlights:

    • Engineered high-performance data mining scripts, achieving a 200% improvement in processing efficiency and a 50% reduction in execution time
    • Implemented distributed computing solutions for big data algorithms, enabling real-time analysis of 5+ company data streams

    Technologies:

    • Go
    • Python
    • MongoDB
    • PHP
    • Data Mining
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    Middletown, NY - Remote

    Applied advanced data science techniques to real-world projects, including time series forecasting and geospatial analysis.

    Highlights:

    • Created user-friendly data visualizations and accessible USGS geospatial maps under the mentorship of NASA, the United Nations, USGS, and other organizations

    Technologies:

    • QGIS
    • JavaScript
    • Geospatial Analysis
    • Data Visualization
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    San Diego, CA - Remote

    Architected and implemented a responsive web platform, driving a 20% increase in user engagement and online visibility.

    Highlights:

    • Completed several client projects successfully

    Technologies:

    • JavaScript
    • React
    • Node.js

Publications

Skills

  • AI Research
  • Machine Learning
  • NLP & LLMs
  • Data Science
  • Technical Leadership

AI & ML

  • PyTorch
  • Transformers
  • LangGraph
  • MCP
  • OpenEnv
  • vLLM
  • LiteLLM
  • TransformerLens
  • Verifiers
  • Unsloth
  • wandb

Languages & Data

  • Python
  • TypeScript
  • Go
  • R
  • Mathematica
  • Pandas
  • Polars
  • NumPy
  • Plotly
  • Streamlit

Infrastructure & Tooling

  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • FastAPI
  • Ollama
  • Git
  • GitHub
  • AWS
  • Google Cloud
  • Spark
  • PostgreSQL
  • Redis

Education

    Ralston College

    Ralston College

    Master of Arts in Humanities
    • Full-tuition scholarship recipient
    • Completed intensive Greek Language Residency
    • Participated in educational trips to Greece and Turkey
    Fei Tian College Middletown

    Fei Tian College Middletown

    Bachelor of Science in Data Science
    • First Place Hackathon Champion
    • Academic Excellence Recipient
    Academia Vivarium Novum

    Academia Vivarium Novum

    Immersive Program in Classical Studies and Philosophy
    • Immersive program in classical languages and philosophy; lived in full linguistic immersion with Latin and Ancient Greek as the only spoken languages.
    • Studied classical texts, philosophy, and rhetoric exclusively in the original languages through daily active reading, speaking, and composition.
    Wolfram Summer School

    Wolfram Summer School

    Certificate in Artificial Intelligence & Philosophy
    • Conducted research and experiments in Artificial Intelligence & Large Language Models
    • Collaborated with peers on cutting-edge AI projects
    • Gained hands-on experience with Wolfram Language for AI applications
    National Taiwan Normal University

    National Taiwan Normal University

    Language Studies in Mandarin Chinese
    • Recipient of the prestigious Huayu Scholarship
    Center for Hellenic Studies, Harvard University

    Center for Hellenic Studies, Harvard University

    Visiting Greek Scholar in Greek Studies
    • Full-time Greek Language Residency
    • Collaborated with international scholars in Hellenic studies

Certificates

Projects