HARSH HIRPARA
Rutherford,NJ
Summary
Graduate and research assistant with a strong foundation in data analysis, scientific computing, and VR-based experimental systems. Expertise in processing physiological and imaging data, conducting exploratory data analysis, and implementing feature extraction techniques within database-backed applications. Proficient in Python, SQL, and Unity, with a proven ability to develop data-driven software solutions that enhance research outcomes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Kean University
09.2025 - Current
- Developed 3D pollen visualization systems using Unity and Meta Quest for scientific analysis.
- Processed microscopy (.lif) files using ImageJ and Google Colab; managed datasets using MySQL.
- Conducted VR-based Trier Social Stress Test (VR-TSST) research, collecting heart rate and mobile EEG data to study psychological stress in teenagers.
E-Commerce Personal Shopper
Whole Foods Market
11.2024 - Current
- Maintained accuracy and efficiency in high-volume order fulfillment while meeting strict deadlines.
Education
MS - Computational Science and Engineering: Data Science
Kean University
Union, NJ08.2026
BS - Computational Science and Engineering
Kean University
Union, NJ05.2025
Skills
Python, R, SQL, Java, C#, C pandas, NumPy Data Analysis & EDA Unity & VR Development Image Processing (ImageJ) MySQL, MongoDB Git/GitHub
LANGUAGES
English (Full Professional)
Gujarati (Native/Bilingual)
PROJECTS
- Physiological Stress Data Analysis (VR-TSST) – Performed preprocessing, exploratory data analysis, and feature extraction on heart rate and mobile EEG data collected from VR-based stress experiments.
- Budget Tracker Web Application – Built a data-driven application using MongoDB and Node.js to collect and analyze user spending data; implemented aggregation queries and budget threshold alerts.
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
Kean University
09.2025 - Current
E-Commerce Personal Shopper
Whole Foods Market
11.2024 - Current
BS - Computational Science and Engineering
Kean University
MS - Computational Science and Engineering: Data Science
Kean University