Julia Santos
About Julia Santos
Julia Santos is a Market Data Analyst specializing in Dry Bulk Commodities, currently working at Kpler. She has held various analytical roles in maritime and environmental sectors, including positions at Nautilus Labs and Duke University.
Current Role at Kpler
Julia Santos serves as a Market Data Analyst specializing in Dry Bulk Commodities at Kpler. She has been in this role since 2024, contributing her expertise in market analysis and data interpretation. Her position is based in the New York City Metropolitan Area, where she focuses on providing insights into dry bulk commodities, enhancing the company's analytical capabilities.
Previous Experience at Nautilus Labs
Prior to her current role, Julia worked at Nautilus Labs as a Senior Maritime Analyst for five months in 2023. In this position, she was involved in analyzing maritime data to optimize shipping operations. She also held the role of Voyage Optimization Analyst at Nautilus Labs from 2022 to 2023, where she contributed to improving voyage efficiency.
Educational Background at UC Santa Barbara
Julia Santos earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Geography with an Ocean Science Emphasis from UC Santa Barbara, completing her studies from 2018 to 2022. During her time at UC Santa Barbara, she engaged in various research roles, including positions as an Undergraduate Research Assistant and a GIS & Remote Sensing Research Analyst.
Research and Internship Experience
In 2021, Julia gained valuable research experience as an NSF REU Research Fellow at Duke University's Nicholas School of the Environment for two months. Additionally, she worked as an Artificial Intelligence Intern at the Benioff Ocean Initiative for five months in 2021. These roles allowed her to apply her academic knowledge in practical settings, focusing on environmental and oceanographic research.
Early Career and Community Involvement
Julia's early career included various roles that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Geospatial Student Analyst at UCSB Library for one year and served as a Dirtrider at Isla Vista Compost Collective for ten months in 2020. These positions provided her with hands-on experience in geospatial analysis and community engagement.