Recep M.-AI Trainer

AI Trainer and Video Annotation Specialist contributing to advanced AI model development through multimodal data evaluation, video annotation, structured reasoning assessments, and human-in-the-loop training workflows. Working across specialized projects involving the interpretation of complex visual information, temporal sequences, human activities, and AI-generated outputs, with an emphasis on annotation precision, consistency, and evidence-based evaluation.

Key Responsibilities and Contributions:

• Video Annotation and Temporal Analysis: Analyze video sequences frame by frame, identify relevant actions, objects, interactions, and environmental changes, and produce structured descriptions that preserve temporal continuity and contextual accuracy.
• Multimodal AI Evaluation: Assess visual and text-based information to evaluate model understanding of spatial relationships, object interactions, action sequences, and complex real-world scenarios.
• Action Recognition and Event Segmentation: Identify meaningful activities, distinguish individual actions within continuous video streams, and document event boundaries and changes in visual context.
• LLM Training and Response Evaluation: Evaluate model-generated responses for factual correctness, logical consistency, instruction adherence, completeness, and alignment with task-specific evaluation guidelines.
• Prompt Development and Analytical Reasoning: Formulate and assess complex evaluation tasks requiring contextual interpretation, multi-step reasoning, evidence verification, and precise natural-language descriptions.
• Annotation Quality Assurance: Apply structured rubrics to identify missing information, inconsistent labels, unsupported interpretations, and inaccuracies in visual and textual annotations.
• Error Analysis and Documentation: Record ambiguous cases, recurring annotation problems, and model reasoning failures, providing clear justifications to support consistent evaluation decisions.
• Research-Driven Visual Interpretation: Apply interdisciplinary expertise from archaeology, art history, and academic research to the systematic interpretation of visual evidence, spatial relationships, material objects, and complex scenes.
• Independent Project Execution: Manage specialized annotation and evaluation assignments in a remote, deadline-driven environment while maintaining adherence to project instructions, confidentiality requirements, and quality expectations. Technical Competencies: Video Annotation, Temporal Segmentation, Multimodal AI Evaluation, Visual Reasoning, Action Recognition, Large Language Models (LLMs), Human-in-the-Loop AI Training, Prompt Engineering, Rubric-Based Evaluation, Data Labeling, Quality Assurance, Error Analysis, and Research Documentation.

Teaching Assistant at Columbia University, supporting undergraduate instruction, academic assessment, research, and student learning in Introduction to Art History and Roman Art and Architecture. Worked with faculty and students to facilitate course delivery, evaluate academic performance, and develop instructional materials across art-historical and archaeological subjects, applying rigorous research methodologies and structured assessment standards.

Key Responsibilities and Contributions:

• Undergraduate Teaching Support: Assisted faculty with the organization and delivery of university-level courses, supporting instruction in art history, Roman archaeology, visual culture, architectural history, and material culture.
• Academic Assessment and Grading: Evaluated student examinations, written assignments, visual identification exercises, and analytical essays using established grading rubrics and consistent assessment criteria.
• Instructional Material Development: Prepared course review materials, study guides, object identification exercises, and structured learning resources to support student comprehension and examination preparation.
• Roman Art and Archaeological Analysis: Supported instruction involving Roman architecture, sculpture, painting, urban development, imperial representation, and archaeological evidence.
• Visual and Comparative Analysis: Applied art-historical methodologies to assess students' interpretations of artworks, architectural monuments, iconographic programs, and material evidence across historical periods.
• Research and Source Evaluation: Applied scholarly research techniques, historical source criticism, and visual evidence analysis to support accurate instructional content and academic discussions.
• Rubric-Based Quality Assurance: Applied standardized evaluation criteria to maintain consistency, transparency, and fairness in student assessments, identifying gaps in reasoning, factual knowledge, and analytical interpretation.
• Academic Writing Evaluation: Reviewed student essays and examination responses for historical accuracy, argumentative coherence, appropriate use of evidence, conceptual understanding, and clarity of written expression.
• Analytical Feedback and Student Development: Provided constructive academic feedback identifying areas for improvement in research methodology, critical thinking, visual analysis, and scholarly communication.
• Interdisciplinary Research: Integrated archaeological, historical, artistic, and theoretical perspectives into academic assessment, particularly when addressing relationships between material culture, social practices, political authority, and visual representation.
• Academic Documentation and Organization: Supported the systematic organization of grading records, assessment materials, instructional resources, and course-related documentation.
• Faculty Collaboration: Worked within university instructional frameworks to maintain academic standards and contribute to consistent, research-informed teaching and assessment practices. Core Competencies: Higher Education Teaching, Academic Research, Art History, Classical Archaeology, Roman Art and Architecture, Research Methodology, Historical Analysis, Visual Analysis, Academic Assessment, Rubric Development, Quality Assurance, Critical Thinking, Scholarly Writing, Research Documentation, Educational Content Development, and Student Evaluation.

Ulysses Pre-Doctoral Research Scholar at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine, Department of Public Health Sciences, contributing to interdisciplinary academic research through scholarly literature review, analytical writing, critical evaluation of research evidence, and synthesis of information from multiple academic sources. Applied a research-oriented, evidence-based approach to examining complex questions within an interdisciplinary public health research environment.

Key Responsibilities and Contributions:

• Academic Research and Literature Review: Conducted research-oriented reviews of scholarly literature, examining academic publications, theoretical frameworks, and existing evidence to support interdisciplinary research activities.
• Evidence Synthesis: Integrated findings from multiple academic sources, identifying recurring themes, contrasting interpretations, and relevant gaps in the available literature.
• Critical Source Evaluation: Assessed research publications for relevance, methodological clarity, evidentiary support, and the strength of their conclusions.
• Analytical Writing: Produced structured research summaries and analytical written materials that communicated complex scholarly information clearly and accurately.
• Interdisciplinary Research: Applied knowledge and research approaches from different academic disciplines to examine questions requiring historical, social, and scientific perspectives.
• Research Methodology: Examined the methodological approaches and interpretive frameworks used in published research, distinguishing between different types of evidence and their analytical limitations.
• Information Organization: Synthesized extensive academic material into coherent thematic summaries, supporting the systematic interpretation of research findings.
• Research Documentation: Contributed to the organization and presentation of literature-based research materials, emphasizing clarity, consistency, accurate attribution, and scholarly standards.
• Evidence-Based Reasoning: Evaluated competing interpretations and research conclusions through critical analysis, careful source comparison, and transparent argumentation.
• Academic Communication: Translated complex scholarly arguments and research findings into accessible, logically structured written explanations suitable for academic audiences. Core Competencies: Interdisciplinary Research, Public Health Research Literature, Academic Literature Review, Evidence Synthesis, Research Methodology, Critical Appraisal, Qualitative Research, Analytical Writing, Scientific Communication, Source Evaluation, Academic Documentation, Information Synthesis, and Evidence-Based Reasoning.

Student Worker at Koç University's Guidance Service, supporting student engagement, prospective student outreach, academic information services, and university administrative operations. Assisted in facilitating communication between prospective students, families, academic departments, and administrative personnel while contributing to the university's educational outreach and student support activities.

Key Responsibilities and Contributions:

• Student Guidance and Information Services: Assisted prospective and enrolled students with inquiries regarding academic programs, university facilities, campus resources, and institutional procedures.
• Prospective Student Engagement: Supported informational activities designed to introduce prospective applicants and their families to Koç University's academic environment, educational opportunities, and student life.
• Academic and Administrative Support: Assisted university personnel with routine administrative responsibilities, documentation, information organization, and coordination of student-related activities.
• Campus Orientation and Visitor Assistance: Provided practical information to visitors and prospective students, supporting their understanding of university facilities, academic departments, and available services.
• Communication and Public Relations: Contributed to effective communication between students, families, university representatives, and administrative departments, maintaining a professional and approachable institutional presence.
• Event and Organizational Support: Assisted with the coordination of university information sessions, student engagement activities, and orientation-related events.
• Information Management: Supported the organization and maintenance of student-related informational materials, administrative records, and institutional resources.
• Problem-Solving and Student Support: Responded to general inquiries, clarified administrative procedures, and directed individuals to the appropriate university departments or personnel.
• Teamwork and Institutional Coordination: Collaborated with fellow student workers and university staff to support the efficient delivery of guidance services and maintain consistent standards of communication.
• Interpersonal and Cross-Cultural Communication: Applied strong Turkish and English communication skills when interacting with individuals from diverse educational, cultural, and international backgrounds. Core Competencies: Student Services, Academic Guidance Support, Higher Education Administration, Student Engagement, Public Relations, Administrative Assistance, Institutional Communication, Information Management, Event Coordination, Customer Service, Interpersonal Communication, Problem-Solving, Teamwork, and Cross-Cultural Communication.