Aj Jena
About Aj Jena
Aj Jena is a Research Associate at Harvard Business School, specializing in DeFi and Adaptive Learning Systems. He has a diverse background in quantitative research and data science, having previously worked at institutions such as The University of Chicago Booth School of Business and Cboe Global Markets.
Current Position at Harvard Business School
Aj Jena serves as a Research Associate at Harvard Business School, a position he has held since 2023. He is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where he provides research support to Professors Victoria Ivashina and Josh Lerner in the Finance and Entrepreneurship Units. His role involves assisting in various research projects and contributing to the academic environment at the institution.
Previous Experience at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Prior to his current role, Aj Jena worked at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business as a Research Assistant from 2022 to 2023. He also served as a Teaching Assistant in the same institution for a total of three months in 2022. His experience at Booth contributed to his understanding of business research and education.
Educational Background and Expertise
Aj Jena holds a Bachelor of Data Science from SP Jain School of Global Management, where he studied across multiple campuses including Dubai, Mumbai, Singapore, and Sydney. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Financial Mathematics from the University of Chicago. His academic background equips him with a strong foundation in data science and financial analysis.
Research Interests and Aspirations
Aj Jena has research interests in Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and Adaptive Learning Systems. He aspires to leverage his data science skills in mathematical modeling and logical problem solving within the field of entrepreneurship. His focus on these areas reflects a commitment to exploring innovative solutions in finance and education.
Professional Experience in Quantitative Analysis
Aj Jena has a diverse range of professional experiences in quantitative analysis and research. He worked as a Derivatives Strategy Analyst Intern at Cboe Global Markets in 2022 and as a Quantitative Researcher at Pareto Frontier Capital for three months in 2021-2022. Additionally, he co-founded Existology, where he contributed to the development of analytical solutions from 2020 to 2022.