Lauren Hom
About Lauren Hom
Lauren Hom is a Data Management Specialist II/Data Engineer at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, with a strong background in data analysis and educational technology. She has held various research and internship positions, including roles at UC Berkeley and Harvard Kennedy School, and holds a Master of Education from Harvard Graduate School of Education.
Work at Broad Institute
Lauren Hom currently serves as a Data Management Specialist II/Data Engineer at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to data management and engineering efforts in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Her role involves utilizing her technical skills to support various projects and initiatives within the institute.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current role, Lauren Hom worked in various capacities that enhanced her expertise in data management and research. She was a Researcher at the Center for Community Innovation at UC Berkeley for one month in 2020. Additionally, she served as a Research Assistant at Harvard Kennedy School from 2021 to 2022, focusing on digital learning design. Her experience also includes internships at First Republic Bank and Wells Fargo, where she gained insights into analytics and data.
Education and Expertise
Lauren Hom holds a Bachelor of Arts in Data Science from the University of California, Berkeley, which she completed from 2016 to 2020. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Education in Learning Design, Innovation, and Technology from Harvard Graduate School of Education in 2022. Additionally, she completed a Data Analytics Apprenticeship at COOP Apprentice, earning a certificate in 2021. Her educational background supports her strong technical skills in R, Python/Pandas, Tableau, and familiarity with SQL.
Background in Data and Technology
Lauren Hom has a strong foundation in data analysis and educational technology. She has worked as a Student Lead for the Human Ethics and Contexts Team at UC Berkeley, where she contributed to discussions on ethical considerations in data usage. Her interests include the development and evaluation of learning tools, highlighting her commitment to integrating data analytics with educational technology.
Portfolio and Creative Interests
Lauren has developed a portfolio that showcases her expertise in data management, data engineering, and UX research. This portfolio reflects her technical capabilities and her approach to user experience. In addition to her professional interests, she has a personal passion for photography and architecture, indicating a blend of creative and analytical skills.