James Horine
About James Horine
James Horine is the Data Science Capability Lead at The Climate Corporation, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in data science, having held various positions at companies such as United Airlines, KPMG, and SITO, and has a strong academic background in Statistics and Mathematics.
Current Role at The Climate Corporation
James Horine serves as the Data Science Capability Lead at The Climate Corporation, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he leads the scientific roadmap for Disease Management, coordinating efforts across multiple regions and teams. His responsibilities include developing innovative agronomic, statistical, biological, and machine-learning models to enhance the company's data science capabilities.
Previous Experience in Data Science
Before joining The Climate Corporation, James Horine held several positions in data science. He worked as a Senior Manager of Data Science at United Airlines for 11 months in Chicago, Illinois, from 2019 to 2020. Prior to that, he was a Manager of Data Science at KPMG US for 5 months in 2018. His experience also includes a role as a Senior Data Scientist at SITO in 2018 and as a Data Scientist at Spiraledge, Inc from 2014 to 2016.
Educational Background
James Horine earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Statistics from San Jose State University, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Mathematics from the University of California, Santa Cruz, completing his studies there from 2008 to 2011. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in data science.
Achievements and Recognition
James Horine received the 2021 Bayer Top Performance Award for his contributions at The Climate Corporation. He identified a security flaw in the AWS system used by Climate/Bayer, collaborating with colleague Liyun Zeng to address the issue. His work demonstrates a commitment to enhancing data security and operational efficiency.
Teaching and Instruction Experience
In addition to his roles in data science, James Horine served as a Data Science Instructor at General Assembly from 2017 to 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. This position allowed him to share his expertise and knowledge with aspiring data scientists, contributing to the development of the next generation of professionals in the field.