Addison Larson
About Addison Larson
Addison Larson is a Data Scientist at Mathematica, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Master of Science in Geographic Information Science and Cartography from The University of Texas at Dallas and has experience in various data-related roles.
Work at Mathematica
Addison Larson has been employed at Mathematica as a Data Scientist since 2021. In this role, Larson applies data analysis techniques to support various projects. Prior to this position, Larson worked at Mathematica as a Data Analytics Developer from 2019 to 2021. This experience provided a foundation in data analytics and project management within the organization.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Mathematica, Addison Larson worked as a Planning Data Scientist at the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission from 2018 to 2019. This role involved analyzing planning data to inform regional development strategies. Larson also held positions as a Research Intern at the DC Fiscal Policy Institute in 2017 and as an International Visitor Program Intern at the World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth in 2014.
Education and Expertise
Addison Larson earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Geographic Information Science and Cartography from The University of Texas at Dallas, completing the program from 2016 to 2018. Larson also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in International Political Economy from the same institution, obtained from 2012 to 2016. Larson possesses expertise in GIS software, including QGIS and ArcGIS, and is proficient in programming languages such as Stata, R, SAS, Python, VBA, and SQL.
Skills and Tools
In addition to expertise in GIS software, Addison Larson utilizes various project and code management tools. These include Git, GitHub, Jira, Confluence, Trello, SharePoint, and OneNote. This skill set supports effective collaboration and project execution in data-driven environments.
Early Career Roles
During the early stages of Addison Larson's career, Larson worked as a Supplemental Instruction Leader and Peer Tutor in Statistics at the UT Dallas Student Success Center from 2014 to 2016. This role involved supporting fellow students in their academic pursuits. Larson's early experiences contributed to a strong foundation in data analysis and educational support.