I'M A RESEARCH ANALYST
I like formulating questions and hypotheses about how things work and why. While synthesizing existing information, theories, and methods to inform my projects, it is also important to me that my work contributes to new knowledge.
I'M A DATA SCIENTIST
I enjoy taking big amounts of data, identifying complex patterns, and explaining those trends in ways that are understandable to broader audiences. New statistical methods that explore change over time are especially interesting to me.
In my work, I use quantitative statistical skills to analyze longitudinal trends in large-scale data over time. Broadly, my research focuses on various aspects of family formation and child well-being.
Currently, I am a PhD candidate in the Department of Sociology and the Population Research Center at the University of Texas at Austin. Upon completing my dissertation, I will graduate in May 2017.
I am a data scientist and research analyst.
Chelsea Gonzalez
RESEARCH AND DATA ANALYST
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EDUCATION
DOCTORAL WORK
- Complete data analysis and writing for dissertation.
- Conduct independent and collaborative research and data analysis projects.
2013-2017
PhD Degree
University of Texas at Austin
2011-2013
MA Degree
University of Texas at Austin
GRADUATE SCHOOL
- Completed coursework and passed comprehensive exams in demography with a specialization in family demography.
- MA thesis forthcoming in the Journal of Family Issues.
UNDERGRADUATE
- Double-major in sociology and French studies.
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa.
2006-2010
BA Degree
Rice University
EXPERTISE
EXPERIENCE
SKILLS
Strong Statistical Background
Experienced Project Manager
Extensive Publication Record
Work in Various Software Languages
Communication to Diverse Audiences
Advanced French, Basic Spanish
RESEARCH ANALYST
- Conduct independent research: collect, clean, and analyze data.
- Explain findings and implications in writing at peer-reviewed journals and orally at conferences.
- Collaborate with top scholars and colleagues on research project development and execution.
- Manage multiple projects, supervise teams, and train individuals in data organization and analysis.
2011-Present
Population Research Center
University of Texas at Austin
2016-Present
University Writing Center
University of Texas at Austin
GRADUATE PEER CONSULTANT
- Consult on graduate-level writing, including dissertation proposals, research papers, funding applications, and curriculum.
RESEARCH INTERN
- Compiled databases using multiple sources and types of data.
- Operations coordinator for a Travis County summit: developed evaluation survey, compiled inventory of services, supervised volunteers, coordinated the day-of, and organized guest list.
2014-2016
Dell Children's Medical Center
2010-2011
Rice University
RESEARCH FELLOW
- Collected, cleaned, and analyzed data for a longitudinal, mixed-methods study.
- Presented results at conferences and in written papers.