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Nick Hoernle

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Data Scientist at QuantCo
📍 Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Nick is a Data Scientist at QuantCo, where he specializes in developing scalable machine learning pipelines for large-scale demand forecasting and price optimization. He holds a PhD in Informatics from The University of Edinburgh, focusing on deep generative and neuro-symbolic models.

Outside of his professional life, Nick is passionate about mountain-related activities, including ultra-distance trail running, climbing, skiing, and hiking. When near the coast, he also enjoys kitesurfing and surfing, showcasing a broad enthusiasm for outdoor adventures.

During his PhD, Nicks research focused on the advanced and niche topic of neuro-symbolic AI.

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Experience
7 Years
Current Role
Data Scientist
Location
Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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Scalable ML Pipelines
His daily work at QuantCo involves developing and implementing scalable machine learning pipelines for complex prediction problems.
Causal Inference
Applies causal analysis and statistical inference for practical business challenges like price optimization in his current role.
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Career

Work history

1-2022
Data Scientist
QuantCo
9-2018 - 1-2022
PhD Student
The University of Edinburgh
1-2018 - 1-2022
Data Science Consultant
Freelance
5-2018 - 7-2018
Data Science Intern
Microsoft
5-2017 - 7-2017
Data Science Intern
Microsoft
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Education
2018 - 2021
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
The University of Edinburgh
2019 - 2019
Artificial Intelligence
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
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