Tristan Tucker
About Tristan Tucker
Tristan Tucker is a Data Scientist currently employed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in finance and has held various analytical roles, including positions at KingsCrowd, Stevens Student Managed Investment Fund, and Dimensional Fund Advisors.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Tristan Tucker has been employed as a Data Scientist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2020. In this role, he contributes to various projects that leverage data analysis and modeling techniques to support the laboratory's mission. His work involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to address complex scientific challenges and improve operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Investment Analysis
Before his current role, Tristan Tucker worked as an Investment Analyst at KingsCrowd for five months in 2019. He then served as an Equity Research Analyst at the Stevens Student Managed Investment Fund from 2021 to 2022, where he gained experience in evaluating investment opportunities. Additionally, he interned at Dimensional Fund Advisors in 2022 for two months, focusing on global client group operations.
Education and Expertise
Tristan Tucker holds a Master of Science in Finance from Vanderbilt University's Owen Graduate School of Management, where he studied from 2022 to 2023. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Quantitative Finance from Stevens Institute of Technology, completing his studies there from 2018 to 2022. Furthermore, he participated in an exchange program at UNSW in 2020 for eleven months, enhancing his academic and cultural experience.
Involvement in Nuclear Enterprise Working Group
As part of his responsibilities at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Tristan Tucker participates in the Nuclear Enterprise Working Group (NEWG). This group focuses on addressing issues related to nuclear security and enterprise management, utilizing data-driven approaches to inform decision-making and strategy.
Recognition and Awards
Tristan Tucker received the Recognition of Excellence Award as part of the FY21 Nuclear Weapons Enterprise Modeling Team. This acknowledgment reflects his contributions to the team's efforts in modeling and analysis within the nuclear weapons enterprise, highlighting his commitment to excellence in his field.