Leon Lufkin
About Leon Lufkin
Leon Lufkin is a Research Assistant currently working with Professor Jonathan D. Cohen at Princeton University since 2023. He has a background in Applied Mathematics and Statistics from Clarkson University and is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Statistics and Data Science at Yale University.
Current Role at Princeton University
Leon Lufkin is currently employed as a Research Assistant with Professor Jonathan D. Cohen at Princeton University. He began this role in 2023 and has been working on-site in Princeton, New Jersey. His responsibilities include contributing to research projects and collaborating with faculty and fellow researchers.
Previous Experience at Yale University
Before joining Princeton, Leon Lufkin worked at Yale University as a Research Assistant with Professor John Lafferty. He held this position from 2021 to 2023, gaining valuable experience in research methodologies and data analysis. Additionally, he served as a Tobin Research Assistant at the Yale School of Management from 2021 to 2022.
Educational Background
Leon Lufkin studied at Clarkson University, where he focused on Applied Mathematics and Statistics from 2019 to 2020. He completed his high school education at Potsdam Senior High School from 2016 to 2020. Currently, he is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Statistics and Data Science, Math at Yale University, expected to graduate in 2024.
Research Experience
Leon has been involved in various research roles throughout his academic career. He worked as a Research Assistant at Clarkson University from 2018 to 2021, where he contributed to multiple projects. He is also part of a research team led by Andrew Saxe in London, England, which further enhances his research experience and collaborative skills.
Advisory and Mentorship
In his current role at Princeton University, Leon Lufkin is directly advised by Dr. Erin Grant. This mentorship provides him with guidance and support as he navigates his research responsibilities and academic pursuits.