Yamini Hariharan

Education

Aug 2021 – Present
Master of Science in Statistics

Coursework included Advanced Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, and Biostatistics. Research focused on causal inference and public health.

Iowa State University

Ames, IA, USA
Aug 2018 – Dec 2020
Master of Science in Statistics

Studied Linear Regression, Data Mining, and Multivariate Analysis. Completed several independent studies in applied machine learning and biostatistics.

San Diego State University

San Diego, CA, USA
Apr 2014 – Jun 2018
Bachelor of Science in Statistics; Post-Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics

Focused on stochastic processes, forecasting, and operational research. Completed practical training in applied statistical techniques.

University of Mumbai

Mumbai, India

Experiences

Feb 2025 – Present
Research Assistant Intern

Conducting mixed-methods analysis of TRIO programs to assess career development support for low-income students. Responsibilities include qualitative coding with Dedoose, developing a codebook, and presenting findings to stakeholders.

Pell Institute

Remote
Aug 2023 – Present
Graduate Researcher

Led an independent study on minimizing selection bias using Propensity Score Matching to analyze NSDUH-2019 data. Estimated treatment effects of health insurance on substance use disorder treatment.

Iowa State University

Ames, IA
Aug 2022 – Dec 2024
Graduate Teaching Assistant

Instructed and mentored 80+ students in STAT 104 and STAT 226. Designed coursework, created exams, and provided hands-on training in JMP and statistical concepts.

Iowa State University

Ames, IA
Jan 2019 – Dec 2020
Graduate Teaching Assistant

Delivered statistical instruction to business students, led tutorials, and provided mentorship to enhance understanding of applied statistical methods.

San Diego State University

San Diego, CA

Last publications

Examining stress regulation impacts from integrating mindfulness and self-compassion interventions into doctoral-level leadership courses

Authors: Hariharan, Y., Meiers, C., Robert, C., & Bresciani Ludvik, M.

Journal of Research in Innovative Teaching & Learning • 2024

This study evaluates the effectiveness of mindfulness and self-compassion interventions in doctoral programs and their impact on stress regulation, with significant improvements shown across key measures.

Skills

Statistical Programming

Proficient in R, Python, SAS, SQL, and JMP for data analysis, modeling, and visualization.

Machine Learning & Data Science

Experience with Scikit-learn, Pandas, data mining, and clustering algorithms. Performed model development and evaluation.

Qualitative Research

Skilled in using Dedoose for thematic analysis, codebook development, and mixed-methods research.

Teaching & Mentoring

Extensive experience mentoring undergraduate students in statistics, designing exams, and facilitating hands-on software sessions.