Hanqing Chen
About Hanqing Chen
Hanqing Chen is a Senior Data Scientist at Thoughtworks, with a Master's degree in Statistics from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He has extensive experience in data science and risk analysis, having worked at various organizations including IBM and the Bank of China.
Current Role at ThoughtWorks
Hanqing Chen serves as a Senior Data Scientist at ThoughtWorks, a position he has held since 2021. He is based in Shanghai, China, where he applies his expertise in data science to various projects. His role involves leveraging advanced data analytics and machine learning techniques to drive insights and solutions for clients.
Previous Experience at IBM
Prior to his current position, Hanqing worked at IBM as an Advisory Data Scientist from 2017 to 2021 in the San Francisco Bay Area. During his tenure, he focused on enhancing machine learning model performance, achieving an accuracy and F1-score above 75% through hyperparameter tuning and rule-based methods. He also developed a Cognitive Medical Coding service utilizing Convolutional Neural Networks for integration with IBM Clinical Development on Cloud.
Internship Experience at NoizIvy.org
In 2015, Hanqing Chen completed a three-month internship as a Data Science Intern at NoizIvy.org, located in Lake Anna, Virginia. This role provided him with foundational experience in data science, contributing to his professional development in the field.
Educational Background in Statistics
Hanqing earned his Master's degree in Statistics from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he studied from 2014 to 2016. His education equipped him with a strong analytical foundation and advanced statistical skills, which he applies in his current and previous roles.
Experience as a Research Assistant
While studying at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Hanqing served as a Research Assistant from 2015 to 2016. This position allowed him to engage in academic research, further developing his analytical and data management skills.