Erik Mandel
About Me
Education
Uppsala University 2025
MSc in Data Science: Machine Learning and Statistics
Relevant courses: Data, Ethics, and Law; Statistical Machine Learning; Optimization; Database Design; Data Engineering; Reinforcement Learning; Algorithms and Data Structures; Neural Networks; Algebra.
University of Tartu 2023
BSc in Mathematical Statistics
Activities and societies: Elected Student Council Member of the Institute of Mathematics and StatisticsActivities and societies: Elected Student Council Member of the Institute of Mathematics and Statistics. Relevant courses: Data Analysis; Statistical Visualization; Object-Oriented Programming; Mathematical Analysis; Financial Mathematics; Probability Theory and Mathematical Statistics; Databases; Algebra.
Gustav Adolf Grammar School 2019
High School Diploma, Swedish Language and Nordic Studies
Activities and societies: Quiz and trivia competitions, swimming, choir singing.Activities and societies: Quiz and trivia competitions, swimming, choir singing. Specialization in Swedish language, with courses in Swedish literature, Swedish society, Nordic history, and tourism guide training.
Work & Experience
Uppsala University January 2025 - April 2025
Teaching Assistant
TA in 'Statistical Machine Learning': lead practical lessons and computer labs, providing hands-on guidance to students; grade projects and assignments, offering detailed and constructive feedback; assist in designing and delivering course material, including practical exercises and labs; participate in pedagogy training to enhance teaching strategies and improve student outcomes; support students with individual and group inquiries, offering targeted advice on projects and coursework.
WasteLocker December 2023 - February 2024
Data Analyst
Analysed two years of waste collection and sorting data, identifying eight recurring patterns and accuracy issues; conducted time series analysis to assess challenges and provided actionable insights to improve data consistency; designed clear and engaging dashboards to present daily, weekly, and monthly waste trends, simplifying complex datasets for non-expert stakeholders; advised stakeholders on addressing inefficiencies, laying the groundwork for improved waste management strategies.
Tallinna Laagna Gümnaasium September 2021 - June 2023
Mathematics Teacher
Mathematics Teacher: taught 20 middle school, 33 high school, and 25 exam preparation students, adapting lessons to diverse needs and providing additional support through online consultations; developed engaging study materials, including PowerPoint slides and recorded lessons, to enhance learning and support absent students; facilitated teamwork and collaboration among students, encouraging peer support and communication; provided tailored feedback on graded papers, adjusting teaching methods based on individual progress and challenges; supervised research papers; ensured alignment with the national curriculum while helping multilingual students (Russian, Ukrainian, Romanian) succeed in their studies.
University of Tartu September 2020 - June 2022
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant for 'Calculus I' and 'Probability Theory and Mathematical Statistics': led practical sessions for groups of 30 students, grading homework, tests, and exams; conducted review sessions and office hours to support student learning; tutored students individually and in small groups, improving understanding of key concepts; developed and implemented teaching materials to enhance lessons; contributed to increasing the average passing rate through targeted tutoring and support.
SEB Eesti May 2021 - August 2021
Data Science Intern
Analysed the performance of automated procedures and developed models in R to optimize product targeting success; assessed payment trends during the COVID-19 pandemic and their impact on business; evaluated the influence of NPS ratings on company success; contributed to Youth LAB’s top-quality solution for analysing a bank’s start-up course, offering actionable recommendations for improvement.
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