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Nicholas Burns

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Research Consultant at Profectio
📍 New York, New York, United States

Nicholas is a behavioral scientist and research consultant who uses mixed-methods research to connect human behavior with business impact. His work focuses on organizational change, ethical AI, and employee experience. He holds a Master of Science from Boston Universitys Questrom School of Business.

Nicholas demonstrates a strong intellectual curiosity, applying behavioral science concepts to a wide range of topics, from music and pop culture to philosophy and the psychology of artificial intelligence. He seems to enjoy analyzing the why behind everyday human behaviors and cultural phenomena.

Unique fact: He pointed out that The Rolling Stones song "Honky Tonk Women" gradually increases in tempo from 112 to 126 beats per minute, a rarity in popular music.

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Experience
15 Years
Current Role
Research Consultant
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
New York, New York, United States
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Ethical AI
A key area of his professional focus. He explores complex questions, such as whether an LLM can be psychopathic or empathetic, reflecting a deep interest in AI ethics.
Organizational Behavior
A core theme in his academic and consulting career, he applies behavioral economics to improve workplace culture, leadership, and remote work engagement.
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Career

Work history

1-2024
Research Consultant
Profectio
2020 - 2023
Doctoral Researcher
Questrom School of Business, Boston University
2019 - 2020
Researcher
UCLA Anderson School of Management
2016 - 2018
Accounts & Partnerships
Nativo Inc
2014 - 2016
Customer Success Manager
Nativo Inc
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Education
2020 - 2022
MS
Questrom School of Business, Boston University
BA
Tufts University
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