John Karlen
About John Karlen
John Karlen is the Lead Data Scientist at MassMutual in the New York City Metropolitan Area, with a background in physics and extensive experience in the life insurance industry.
Lead Data Scientist at MassMutual
John Karlen currently holds the position of Lead Data Scientist at MassMutual in the New York City Metropolitan Area. He began his tenure at MassMutual as a Junior Data Scientist in Amherst, MA, and subsequently advanced to a Data Scientist role in the Greater New York City Area before achieving his current title. His work encompasses extensive application of mortality survival analysis models and the implementation of longitudinal survival analysis to solve operational challenges. His comprehensive understanding spans across various analytical tasks essential to the life insurance industry.
Experience as Lab Instructor at Mount Holyoke College
John Karlen previously worked as a Lab Instructor at Mount Holyoke College from 2014 to 2015. During his nine-month stint in South Hadley, MA, he facilitated various laboratory courses, supporting students in practical applications of theoretical knowledge. This role allowed him to cultivate his teaching skills and enrich his understanding of instructional techniques within an academic setting.
Education and Advanced Degrees
John Karlen earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, where he studied from 2009 to 2014. Following his undergraduate studies, he pursued a Master's degree at the same institution. His academic background provided a strong foundation in physics and equipped him with robust research skills vital for large-scale physics collaborations and data analysis.
Domain Knowledge in Life Insurance Industry
John Karlen has significant expertise in the life insurance sector, with a deep understanding of mortality survival analysis models. His professional endeavors involve the practical application of longitudinal survival analysis to address and streamline operational processes. His technical proficiency encompasses kernel-based learning techniques and computer vision, which he applies in various dimensions of his work in the insurance industry.
Background in Physics and Data Research
John Karlen's academic and professional background includes extensive experience in physics and data research. His involvement in large-scale physics collaborations has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of data analysis in scientific contexts. This background complements his current role in data science, where he leverages his analytical skills and scientific methodology to drive data-driven insights and solutions.