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Montevideo, Uruguay

In this role at the Economic and Actuarial Advisory area of BPS-Banco de Prevision Social, I leveraged my expertise in data science to contribute to critical projects impacting the Uruguayan Social Security System.Key Contributions: Social Security System Reform: - Actively involved assisting the technical team for the Uruguayan Social Security System reform. - Implemented various scenarios in R to assess short, medium, and long-term implications of potential changes. - Provided analytical input crucial for the executive branch's decision-making process. Process Automation and Problem Solving: - Engaged in numerous small-scale projects to automate and optimize processes using R, Shiny, RMarkdown, and Bookdown. - Recognized as the go-to expert for R-related tasks within the team. - Conducted an R workshop to enhance the team's data handling capabilities.

Montevideo, Uruguay

Banco de Previsión Social (Economic and Actuarial Advisory Area)I led significant projects, focusing on enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of economic and actuarial models within the Uruguayan social security system.Key Achievements: Economic and Actuarial Model Migration: - Pioneered the transition of models from Excel to R, significantly reducing execution times by over 60%. - Enhanced data processing involving contributors, retirees, and pensioners from the Uruguayan Social Security Administration. - Developed Shiny apps for dynamic result visualization, aiding decision-making processes for Bank Directors. - Automated detailed periodic reporting using RMarkdown and Bookdown. Innovative Data Solutions: - Created a Shiny application to identify and rectify data discrepancies within departmental series. - Streamlined data consolidation processes and automated report generation. Technical Leadership: - Played a key role in the RStudio implementation on the BPS server, focusing on departmental needs and future scalability. - Continuously advocated for and implemented improvements in data communication and visualization. Technical Proficiencies: - Extensive use of R, RStudio, Shiny, RMarkdown, Bookdown, and Excel. - Version control using Git in conjunction with BPS's Corporate Gitlab.Initiated the tenure with on-site work at BPS headquarters, transitioning to a remote setup since March 2020.

Montevideo, Uruguay

At Presidencia de la República.In this role, I focused on integrating and visualizing complex datasets to enhance our understanding of social media dynamics.Key Responsibilities and Achievements: Data Integration and Visualization: - Successfully merged internal data with extensive social media datasets. - Utilized R and Python for data analysis and processing. Advanced Social Media Analytics: - Employed MongoDB for efficient data management. - Leveraged Neo4j for graph visualization, enabling the identification of key Twitter users and their interconnections.

Uruguay

At IDATHA, a burgeoning startup in Uruguay, I had the exciting opportunity to be the first and only Data Scientist. This position allowed me to exercise creative freedom and play a pivotal role in the company's early-stage projects.Key Contributions: Strategic Involvement in Company Projects: - Brought a unique problem-solving perspective, contributing to nearly all company projects. - Played a key role from the initial stages, adding value to the development and execution of strategies. Consultancy and Data Analysis: - Specialized in analyzing Twitter data for various client projects. - Projects spanned social media analysis, visualization, lead detection, and predictive modeling. Technical Proficiencies: - Expertise in R, Python, and MongoDB, applying these tools to deliver insightful data-driven solutions.

Uruguay

As the Head of Analytics in the Data & Analytics Area of Equifax Uruguay, part of a Business Unit encompassing Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay, I played a pivotal role in expanding and enhancing analytics capabilities across multiple countries.Key Responsibilities and Achievements: Leadership and Team Building: - Led the analytics operations for Uruguay and Paraguay, including the integration of Informconf, Paraguay’s largest Credit Bureau, into Equifax. - Recruited and trained the local analytics team, fostering strong relationships with clients in both countries. - Temporarily served as the Acting Decision Solutions Manager for Equifax Central America in 2013, overseeing operations in El Salvador, Costa Rica, and Honduras, which culminated in receiving an excellence award. Model Development and Client Solutions: - Developed custom predictive models for credit risk assessment, marketing (including propensity, churn, segmentation, and geomarketing), income prediction, collection solutions, and forecasting. - Engaged in presales activities, understanding client needs to design tailored solutions for diverse challenges. Innovative Product Development: - Created the Paraguay Bureau Risk Score, a key component of Equifax’s 2016 rebranding strategy in Paraguay. - Honored with the 2016 ONE Equifax Award for developing the first Equifax Credit Risk Score in Paraguay.

Uruguay

During my tenure at the University of the Republic, I was engaged in a diverse range of educational and research activities, significantly contributing to both the School of Economics and the Institute of Economics.Key Contributions: Teaching and Academia: - Served as a lecturer in the Computational Department of the School of Economics. - Transitioned to the role of an Economic Historian in the Institute of Economics, initially joining as an Assistant Professor through a merit-based scholarship. Research and Publications: - Active member of the Economic History Investigation Group and the Economic Development Group. - Contributed to several Work Documents and Papers, enhancing the academic repository of the institute. - Participated in numerous national and international congresses, presenting research findings and collaborating with fellow academics.Progressed to a more stable position within the Institute, reflecting my commitment and contributions to the field of Economic History.

Nasa Datanaut - Spring Class 2017

Selected for the prestigious Spring Class of 2017, my journey as a NASA Datanaut opened doors to a unique community where I enhanced my.

Master’S Degree, International Economics

In this master's program, I tailored my studies towards quantitative methods, taking full advantage of the program's flexible structure.

Bachelor’S Degree, Economics

In my bachelor's program, I strategically oriented my studies towards quantitative methods, delving deeply into the realms of multivariate.