Highly skilled and detail-oriented professional with proven track record in conducting advanced technical research and data analysis. A solid history of success in preparing comprehensive research plans and designs with a focus on incorporating both quantitative and qualitative methodologies. Well-versed in utilizing a broad range of analytical tools and methodologies to gather, interpret, and present complex data. Adept at exploring new data sources and auditing data quality to ensure suitability for project use. Instrumental in developing and implementing research protocols, spearheading research projects, and summarising project results and insights. Excel at maintaining clear communication with cross-divisional teams along with ensuring alignment and transparency in research initiatives. Proficient in the utilization of MS Office, Google Docs, JAVA, NVivo, Qualtrics, Doodle, Sybase, FoxPro, RapidMiner,  and WordPress.

Areas of Expertise

Professional Experience

Career Break – Professional Development, National University, San Diego, CA                                     2019 – Present

Retire from Columbia University in April 2019 to embark on PhD journey at National University. Pursue advanced academic goals and deepen expertise through rigorous doctoral studies.

Key Accomplishment:

• Successfully defended Doctoral Dissertation, “Exploring Teachers’ Lived Experiences Teaching Online in the Wake of COVID-19: A Phenomenological Study,” on June 24, 2024.

Programmer Analyst/ Application Systems Developer, Columbia University, New York, NY                       1996 – 2019

Enhanced productivity and efficiency by delivering exceptional user support to management and staff. Streamlined payroll processes and improved overall system integration by optimizing Time Entry Payroll software for compatibility with ERP system migration. Performed detailed analysis, innovative design, and robust front-end and back-end software development and enhancement on client-server and web-based financial systems. Leveraged diverse technology stack, including Foxpro, Visual Foxpro, Java, JSP, Sybase, SQL Programmer, Jbuilder, XML, HTML, JavaScript, and CSS to build scalable and reliable solutions. Participated in critical software migration projects from Foxpro to Visual Foxpro and from Visual Foxpro to Java, while ensuring minimal disruption and maximum performance.

Key Accomplishments:

• Contributed as part of a talented team by performing systems analysis, design, development, testing, and deployment in client-server and web-based environments.
• Participated in Y2K conversion efforts and oversaw maintenance and transition of a proprietary financial system from FoxPro under DOS, Windows, Mac, and UNIX to Java.
• Contributed in the maintenance and transition of a relational database system from Sybase to SQL Server.
• Ensured seamless integration and enhanced functionality by executing reverse engineering of a payroll system from FoxPro to Java.

Consultant Training, Tad Exterminating Co., Greenlawn, NY                                                                      1995 – 2010

Engineered and deployed Complete Exterminator Management Information System (CEMIS), advanced RDBMS built-in FOXPRO. Operated system seamlessly under Windows in both standalone and network modes. Executed robust functionality in customer management, billing, invoicing, and reporting. Facilitated user training post-deployment to ensure efficient utilization. Engaged in periodic system enhancements and delivered user support, while ensuring the system remains updated and fully operational.

Key Accomplishments:

• Implemented functionalities to comply with New York State Pesticide Reporting Law requirements.
• Conducted user training, performed system maintenance, and managed upgrades to ensure continued compliance/system efficiency.
• Integrated functionality to meet the annual reporting requirements of The New York Pesticide Reporting Law (PRL) of 1996.

Additional Experience

Clergy Technology Seminar on Computer Literacy, Episcopal Church of Haiti, Port-au-Prince, Haiti

Part-Time Instructor of Programming & Application Software, The Career Centre Inc., New York, NY

Computer Instructor, Suffolk Community College, Selden, NY

Field Service Computer Specialist, Medical Manager Corporation-North East, Fairfield, NJ

Consultant-Training, Carlson Precast Inc. Kings Park, NY

Computer Labs Manager-Tutor, SUNY College at Old Westbury, Old Westbury, NY

Programmer, Micro Concept Inc., Evansville, IN

Computer Instructor, Indiana Vocational Technical College, Evansville, IN

Education

PhD Degree in Educational Technology | National University San Diego, CA

EDS Degree in Educational Technology | Walden University, Minneapolis, MN

Master of Science in Technology Management | Columbia University, New York, NY

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science | State University of New York, NY

Professional Development

MIT Professional Education: No Code AI & Machine Learning:

• Building Data Science Solutions (In-progress)

Courses:

How to Create an Online Course

Promptly for Beginners: Build a Generative AI App (In-progress)

Google AI Essentials

Project Management Principles and Practices Specialisation

Special Projects & Academic Papers:

Vermeille, J. (2024). Exploring Teachers’ Lived Experiences Teaching Online in the Wake of COVID-19: A Phenomenological Study

Vermeille, J. (2013). Blog on Educational Technology, Teaching, and Learning. http://josephvermeille.wordpress.com/

Vermeille, J. (2013). “A Comprehensive Blueprint for Teaching Teachers How to Teach Effectively for social Change in the Twenty First Century”, Knowledge Area Module-Principles of Social Change, Walden University.

Vermeille, J. (2011). “Framework for a new K-12 Education for the 21st Century – Knowledge Area Module-Principles of Human Development”, Walden University.

Vermeille, J. (2001). “Computer Literacy Training Manuals”, Seminar for the Episcopal Church of Haiti.

Professional Affiliations:

Member, International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)

Member, Association for Educational Communications & Technology (AECT)

Languages

Creole (Native) | English & French (Fluent) | Spanish (Intermediate)