James Moody
About James Moody
James Moody is a Data Scientist with a strong background in formal methods and a passion for ethics and music. He holds a PhD in Logic from the University of California, Berkeley, and has experience in data science education and research.
Current Role at FINRA
James Moody currently serves as a Data Scientist at FINRA, a position he has held since 2020. His work is based in the Washington DC-Baltimore Area. In this role, he applies his expertise in data science to support FINRA's mission of protecting investors and ensuring market integrity.
Education and Expertise
James Moody holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Logic from the University of California, Berkeley, which he completed in 2019. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Mathematics and Philosophy from New York University in 2013. His educational background provides a strong foundation in formal methods, which he leverages to develop new machine learning techniques.
Previous Experience at University of California, Berkeley
Before joining FINRA, James Moody worked at the University of California, Berkeley as a Graduate Student Instructor and Researcher from 2013 to 2019. During this six-year tenure, he gained valuable teaching and research experience, contributing to the academic community while enhancing his analytical skills.
Experience at Flatiron School
James Moody completed the Flatiron Data Science Immersive program, where he gained hands-on experience in data wrangling. He participated in this program from 2019 to 2020, which equipped him with practical skills in data analysis and prepared him for his subsequent roles in data science.
Interests in Ethics and Music
James Moody has a passion for ethics and music, which complements his technical expertise in data science. His interest in these areas reflects a commitment to applying ethical considerations in his work and a personal engagement with the arts.