Kartik Venkat
About Kartik Venkat
Kartik Venkat is a researcher with a strong academic background in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, holding a PhD from Stanford University. He has held various research positions at prestigious institutions, including Stanford University, the University of Melbourne, and D. E. Shaw & Co., and currently works at PDT Partners.
Current Role at PDT Partners
Kartik Venkat has been working as a Researcher at PDT Partners since 2016. In this role, he engages in quantitative research, contributing to the firm's analytical capabilities. PDT Partners is known for its focus on technology-driven investment strategies, and Venkat's expertise in research supports the firm's objectives in the financial sector.
Previous Experience at Stanford University
Kartik Venkat held multiple positions at Stanford University. He served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant for two months in 2012, where he assisted in teaching responsibilities. Additionally, he worked as a Graduate Research Assistant from 2011 to 2015 for four years, focusing on research projects in the field of Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
Educational Background
Kartik Venkat obtained his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Stanford University, completing his studies from 2011 to 2015. Prior to this, he earned a Master of Science (MS) in the same field at Stanford from 2010 to 2012. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, where he studied from 2006 to 2010.
Research Internships and Experience
Kartik Venkat has gained valuable research experience through various internships. He worked as a Summer Research Intern at the University of Melbourne for two months in 2009. In 2011, he served as a Research Intern at Technion - Israel Institute of Technology for three months. Additionally, he worked as a Quantitative Researcher at D. E. Shaw & Co. for three months in 2013, contributing to quantitative analysis in the finance sector.