Richard Julian Azar
About Richard Julian Azar
Richard Julian Azar is a data scientist with a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley. He has worked at Swish Analytics since 2018 and has previous experience in data science and research roles at Alambic Investment Management and UC Berkeley.
Work at Swish Analytics
Richard Julian Azar has been employed at Swish Analytics as a data scientist since 2018. His role involves utilizing data science techniques to analyze and interpret complex data sets, contributing to the company's analytics capabilities. His experience in this position spans over six years, during which he has engaged in various projects that leverage data-driven insights to support decision-making processes.
Education and Expertise
Richard Azar earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Physical Chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley, where he studied from 2009 to 2015. His academic background also includes a Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics, and Molecular Biology from the University of Arizona, completed from 2005 to 2009. This educational foundation provides him with a strong understanding of scientific principles and data analysis methodologies.
Previous Experience in Data Science
Prior to his current role at Swish Analytics, Richard Azar worked at Alambic Investment Management, LP as a data scientist for seven months in 2017. He also served as a research scientist at the UC Berkeley Department of Chemistry for three months in 2015. His experience as a graduate student at UC Berkeley from 2009 to 2015 further solidified his expertise in data science and research methodologies.
Research Background
Richard Azar's research background includes significant time spent at the UC Berkeley Department of Chemistry, where he worked as a graduate student for six years. During this period, he engaged in various research projects that contributed to his understanding of physical chemistry and its applications. His role as a research scientist for three months in 2015 allowed him to apply his academic knowledge in a practical setting.