Alex Hughes
About Alex Hughes
Alex Hughes is a Managing Scientist at Exponent, where he has worked since 2020, following a three-year tenure as a Research Specialist. He holds a Master of Science in Condensed Matter Physics from Stanford University and has extensive experience in project management and research across various institutions.
Work at Exponent
Alex Hughes currently serves as a Managing Scientist at Exponent, a position held since 2020. Prior to this role, Hughes worked as a Research Specialist at Exponent from 2017 to 2020. Both positions were based in Menlo Park, California. In the role of Managing Scientist, Hughes has been involved in various projects that require advanced scientific expertise and leadership.
Education and Expertise
Hughes earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Condensed Matter Physics from Stanford University, where studies took place from 2013 to 2017. Prior to this, Hughes completed a Bachelor of Science (BS) with a double major in Physics and Astronomy at the University of Maryland College Park from 2010 to 2013. This educational background provides a strong foundation in physics and research methodologies.
Background
Before joining Exponent, Hughes gained valuable experience in academia. From 2013 to 2017, Hughes worked at Stanford University as a Graduate Research Assistant in the Goldhaber-Gordon Group and as a Teaching Assistant in the Physics Department. Additionally, Hughes served as a Research Assistant at the University of Maryland College Park in the Paglione Group from 2012 to 2013.
Achievements
During the tenure at Exponent, Hughes created budget infrastructure for projects exceeding $15 million, ensuring accurate financial planning. Hughes also transitioned paper consent form workflows to electronic systems, which increased efficiency and reduced labor hours. In previous roles, Hughes identified and resolved critical hardware issues for clients, preventing potential failures, and managed logistics for large-scale projects involving over 20 team members.
Technical Contributions
Hughes has implemented automated data demographic reporting systems for clients and project managers, enhancing data accessibility. These contributions reflect a commitment to improving operational efficiency and decision-making processes within the projects undertaken.