Tom Haxton
About Tom Haxton
Tom Haxton is a Staff Product Analyst at Cambly Inc., where he focuses on product features and experiments for learning products. He previously held various roles in data science and research, including positions at Quora and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
Work at Cambly
Currently, Tom Haxton serves as a Staff Product Analyst at Cambly Inc., a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on the core learning experience and new learning products. He designs the logic of product features and experiments for Cambly's learning products. Additionally, he has developed Cambly's first experiment analysis pipeline, which is designed to scale effectively across various experiments and metrics. His responsibilities also include conducting observational analyses to identify opportunities for product improvements.
Previous Experience at Quora
Tom Haxton worked at Quora for a total of four years, from 2016 to 2023. He held multiple roles during his tenure, starting as a Data Scientist from 2016 to 2018, followed by a position as Data Science Lead for eight months in 2018. He then advanced to the role of Data Science Manager, which he held until 2023. His work at Quora involved significant contributions to data science initiatives and product analysis.
Academic Background
Tom Haxton has an extensive academic background in mathematics and physics. He earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mathematics and Physics from the University of Chicago, where he studied from 2000 to 2004. He later pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physics at the University of Pennsylvania, completing his studies from 2004 to 2010. His education has provided a strong foundation for his analytical and research skills.
Experience at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
From 2010 to 2015, Tom Haxton worked as a Postdoctoral Scholar at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. During this five-year period, he engaged in advanced research projects, contributing to the laboratory's scientific initiatives. This experience further developed his expertise in data analysis and research methodologies.
Role at University of Pennsylvania
Before his postdoctoral role, Tom Haxton was a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Pennsylvania from 2005 to 2010. In this position, he supported various research projects and gained valuable experience in academic research and data analysis. His work during this time laid the groundwork for his future roles in data science and product analysis.