About

“Dutch PhD candidate with a disciplined approach and analytical mindset, showing interest in Artificial Intelligence (AI) within finance.”

Jens, 23 years old, is currently part of the MSCA (Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions) Digital Finance doctoral (PhD) network. This PhD tries to go beyond the traditional Finance PhD education in a wide range of inter-sectoral applications: data quality, AI and Machine Learning (ML), Explainability of AI (XAI), blockchain applications and sustainable finance.

Now located in Switzerland, Jens has two MSc degrees in the areas of Financial Engineering & Management, Data Science & Business, and Enterprise Architecture & IT Management. Moreover, his BSc in Electrical Engineering forms an ideal basis for technical problem solving within the financial industry.

His technical proficiency spans across a diverse range of programming languages and mathematical knowledge. Next to technical expertise, he excels in communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating a proven ability to work independently or collaboratively. This is demonstrated through various projects, publications, and positions at companies, aiming to support his interests.

His passion in the area of digital finance makes him eager to leverage his skills and passion in this field. With a strong drive for growth, Jens actively seeks new challenges and steps out comfort zones to continuously improve.