Petar Todorović
About Petar Todorović
Petar Todorović is a Research Engineer with a strong background in quantitative analysis and nanotechnology. He has worked in various research roles across academic institutions and private companies, including Ellington Management Group and the University of Toronto.
Current Role at Ellington Management Group
Petar Todorović currently serves as a Research Engineer at Ellington Management Group, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on quantitative analysis, leveraging his expertise to contribute to the firm's research initiatives. His transition from a technical product specialist to a research-focused position reflects his commitment to advancing research methodologies within the financial sector.
Previous Experience at Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan
Prior to his current role, Petar worked as a Quantitative Researcher at Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan for three months in 2020. This experience allowed him to apply his quantitative analysis skills in a prominent pension fund, enhancing his understanding of financial research in a real-world context.
Educational Background in Engineering and Nanotechnology
Petar holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Toronto, where he studied from 2016 to 2021. His doctoral research involved the development of novel nanomaterials for optoelectronic applications. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Nanotechnology from the University of Waterloo, completing his studies from 2011 to 2016.
Research Experience at Academic Institutions
Petar has extensive research experience at various academic institutions. He served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for six months in 2015 and at the University of Waterloo for a total of ten months across two positions. He also worked as a Graduate Student Researcher at the University of Toronto from 2016 to 2021, where he gained significant experience in both experimental and computational techniques in nanomaterials.
Diverse Professional Background
Throughout his career, Petar has worked in a variety of roles across different sectors, including academia and private industry. His positions have ranged from a Quality Engineering Intern at Alcohol Countermeasure Systems to a Technical Product Specialist at Correlation One. This diverse background has equipped him with a broad skill set applicable to research and engineering.