Jakob Steinbauer, PhD
About Jakob Steinbauer, PhD
Jakob Steinbauer, PhD, is a Senior Data Scientist currently working at UserGems in San Francisco, California. He has a diverse background in physics and data science, with experience at various institutions including ONDEWO, ams AG, École Polytechnique, and ETH Zürich.
Current Role at UserGems
Jakob Steinbauer serves as a Senior Data Scientist at UserGems, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he specializes in developing new B2B sales tools utilizing machine learning and natural language processing (NLP) techniques. His work focuses on enhancing sales strategies through data-driven insights and innovative technology solutions.
Previous Experience at ONDEWO
Jakob worked at ONDEWO as a Data Scientist and Software Engineer from 2020 to 2021. He later took on the role of Team Lead for five months in 2022. During his time at ONDEWO, he contributed to various projects that leveraged artificial intelligence to improve operational efficiencies.
Academic Background and Expertise
Jakob holds a Bachelor's degree in Physics from Technische Universität Graz. He furthered his education at ETH Zürich, where he earned a Master's degree in Physics. He completed his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at École Polytechnique, focusing on advanced research in the field of physics from 2016 to 2019.
Research Experience at École Polytechnique
At École Polytechnique, Jakob served as a PhD Researcher from 2016 to 2019 and as a Postdoctoral Researcher for two months in 2020. His research contributions during this period were significant, and he was involved in various projects that advanced the understanding of complex physical systems.
Initiatives and Projects
Jakob coordinated a $1M AI initiative funded by the Austrian research funding agency (FFG). This project aimed to explore the applications of artificial intelligence in various sectors, showcasing his ability to lead substantial research initiatives and collaborate with funding bodies.