Weidong Han
About Weidong Han
Weidong Han is a quantitative researcher at Two Sigma, where he has worked since 2019. He holds a Ph.D. in Operations Research from Princeton University and has previous experience as a research assistant at both Princeton and Johns Hopkins University.
Work at Two Sigma
Weidong Han has been employed at Two Sigma as a Quantitative Researcher since 2019. In this role, he engages in quantitative analysis and research methodologies to support the firm's investment strategies. His work contributes to the development of data-driven models and algorithms that inform trading decisions.
Education and Expertise
Weidong Han holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Operations Research from Princeton University, where he studied from 2014 to 2019. Prior to this, he earned a Master's Degree in Applied Mathematics and Statistics from The Johns Hopkins University, studying from 2012 to 2014. He also completed his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Risk Management Science at The Chinese University of Hong Kong from 2008 to 2012.
Background
Weidong Han began his academic career at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, where he obtained his Bachelor of Science degree. He then worked as a Research Assistant at The Johns Hopkins University from 2012 to 2014. After completing his master's degree, he continued his research at Princeton University as a Research Assistant until 2019.
Previous Research Experience
Before joining Two Sigma, Weidong Han gained valuable research experience at both The Johns Hopkins University and Princeton University. His role as a Research Assistant at these institutions involved supporting various research projects, enhancing his analytical skills and expertise in quantitative methods.