Dr. Elena Tej Grewal, Ph.D.
About Dr. Elena Tej Grewal, Ph.D.
Dr. Elena Tej Grewal, Ph.D., is a lecturer at the Yale School of Environment and a founder of Data 2 the People. She has a diverse background in data science, having held various roles at Airbnb, and possesses advanced degrees from Stanford University and Yale University.
Current Position at Yale University
Dr. Elena Tej Grewal serves as a Lecturer at the Yale School of Environment. She has been in this role since 2021, where she created and teaches a course titled 'Real World Environmental Data Science.' This course has gained recognition for its quality and relevance in the field of environmental data science.
Professional Experience at Airbnb
Dr. Grewal held multiple positions at Airbnb from 2012 to 2019. She started as a Data Scientist from 2012 to 2013, then progressed to Data Science Manager from 2013 to 2016, and ultimately served as Director, Head of Data Science from 2016 to 2019. Her tenure at Airbnb spanned seven years, during which she contributed to various data science initiatives.
Educational Background
Dr. Grewal has an extensive educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Ethics, Politics, and Economics with distinction from Yale University from 2002 to 2006. She then pursued a Master of Arts in Economics at Stanford University from 2010 to 2011. Dr. Grewal completed her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Education at Stanford University from 2007 to 2012.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
In addition to her academic and tech career, Dr. Grewal owns an ice cream shop, demonstrating her entrepreneurial skills. This venture showcases her ability to engage in business outside of her primary fields of expertise in technology and academia.
Involvement with Data 2 the People
Dr. Grewal is a Team Member and Founder at Data 2 the People, a role she has held since 2020. This organization focuses on leveraging data for social good, aligning with her expertise in data science and commitment to impactful initiatives.