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Richard Northam

B.A. In Economics
New Taipei City

Summary

Motivated student currently working towards an MSc degree in Economics. Committed to understanding how discrepancies between economic theories and real-life decision-making affect our lives, and to developing methods for quantifying human behavior. Skilled in generating innovative ideas and approaching challenges with analytical rigor. Looking to leverage academic skills in the field of quantitative trading.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Research Assistant

National Cheng Kung University
08.2023 - 03.2024
  • Collected and processed satellite imagery data from NASA and other databases, leveraging software tools and techniques to compile comprehensive datasets for air pollution research.
  • Utilized Stata and Python for data cleaning and statistical analysis to ensure accurate and reliable research outputs.
  • Refined and updated instructional materials for new research assistants to improve workflow efficiency.

Bilingual Companion

Ministry of Education, Taiwan
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Designed and delivered interactive lessons on English and social topics, incorporating engaging materials to enhance learning outcomes.
  • Assessed and documented each student's progress through detailed reports after every session.

Education

Master of Science - Economics

University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

National Cheng Kung University
Tainan City, Taiwan
04.2001 -

Skills

Academic reading and writing skills

Data collection and interpretation

Proficient in Stata

Quantitative and qualitative analysis

Certification

GRE: Verbal 161, Quantitative 165, 02/2025

Timeline

Research Assistant

National Cheng Kung University
08.2023 - 03.2024

Bilingual Companion

Ministry of Education, Taiwan
08.2022 - 01.2023

Master of Science - Economics

University of Amsterdam
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

National Cheng Kung University
04.2001 -
Richard NorthamB.A. In Economics