Mengqi Yu - Graduate Research Assistant

Q: Where is Mengqi based?

Mengqi is based in Tübingen, Germany .

Q: What languages does Mengqi speak?

Mengqi speaks the following languages: Chinese (Native), English (Advanced), German (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Mengqi have?

Mengqi has at least 7 years of experience. During this time, Mengqi has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 6 months . Note that Mengqi may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Mengqi's latest experience?

Mengqi's most recent position is Graduate Research Assistant at Tübingen University .

Q: What companies has Mengqi worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Mengqi has worked for Tübingen University , Mercedes-Benz Mobility , and HSBC Electronic Data Processing Limited .

Q: Which industries is Mengqi most experienced in?

Mengqi is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance , Automotive , and Education . Mengqi also has some experience in Information Technology .

Q: Which business areas is Mengqi most experienced in?

Mengqi is most experienced in business areas like Business Intelligence , Finance , and Marketing . Mengqi also has some experience in Customer Service , Operations , and Research and Development .

Q: Which industries has Mengqi worked in recently?

Mengqi has recently worked in industries like Banking and Finance , Automotive , and Education .

Q: Which business areas has Mengqi worked in recently?

Mengqi has recently worked in business areas like Business Intelligence , Operations , and Finance .

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Tübingen, Germany

Experience

Feb 2025 - Oct 2025

9 months

Tübingen, Germany

Graduate Research Assistant

Tübingen University

Analyzed intensive longitudinal psychological data, uncovering latent behavioral trends.
Applied Bayesian hierarchical models in R/JAGS; ensured robust parameter estimation and model convergence.
Led data wrangling, transforming raw survey data into analysis-ready formats.
Supported peer-reviewed publication through methodology design and statistical evaluation.

Mar 2023 - Mar 2024

1 year 1 month

Stuttgart, Germany

Working Student in Risk Data Analysis

Mercedes-Benz Mobility

Consolidated and visualized AML-related data from global subsidiaries in Power BI, improving risk transparency.
Automated reporting workflows, saving 1 day per month; streamlined group risk analysis reports using Confluence and JIRA.
Produced monthly risk assessments and supported CFO-level quarterly reporting.

Apr 2019 - Sep 2021

2 years 6 months

Guangzhou, China

Senior Data Analyst

HSBC Electronic Data Processing Limited

Built predictive models (e.g., decision trees) for customer segmentation, boosting product uptake by approximately 1% among high-value clients.
Developed GCP dashboards to track international transaction workflows and highlight inefficiencies.
Delivered cross-market data insights, reducing operational costs and improving strategic alignment with the Hong Kong market.

Jul 2018 - Mar 2019

9 months

Shanghai, China

Data Analyst

Shuhe Information Technology Company

Designed churn-risk models and pricing strategies, improving lending rates by 1% and reactivating 14% of inactive users.
Automated marketing workflows, cutting operational costs and increasing lending rates by 10%.
Built real-time KPI dashboards in Tableau, supporting agile decision-making.

Dec 2013 - Jun 2016

2 years 7 months

Ningbo, China

Customer Manager

Zhe Jiang Chou Zhou Commercial Bank

Resolved escalated client cases for personal loans, providing financial advice and maintaining strong client relationships.
Managed business cooperation loans, overseeing risk throughout the loan lifecycle.
Assisted in planning departmental schedules and executing marketing activities in collaboration with the team.

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Banking and Finance, Automotive, Education, and Information Technology.

Banking and Finance

Automotive

Education

Information Technology

Business Area Experience

See which departments and functions this freelancer has contributed to most.

Experienced in Business Intelligence, Finance, Marketing, Operations, Customer Service, and Research and Development.

Business Intelligence

Finance

Marketing

Operations

Customer Service

Research and Development

Summary

Results-driven data professional with expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning, and deep learning to deliver business impact. Skilled in end-to-end data workflows—from preparation and analysis to modeling, visualization, and actionable insights—and dedicated to continuous growth and innovation.

Skills

R
Python
Sql
Sas
Powerbi
Gcp
Bayesian Modeling, Irt, And Machine Learning (Bayesian Statistics, Item Response Theory, Ml For Social Sciences)
Advanced Statistics In Social Science And Econometrics (Econometrics, Time-series Analysis)
Quantitative Decision-making (Multivariate Statistics, Applied Data Analysis)

Languages

Chinese

Native

English

Advanced

German

Intermediate

Education

Oct 2021 - Oct 2024

Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen

M.Sc., Psychometric, Econometric and Machine Learning · Psychometric, Econometric and Machine Learning · Tübingen, Germany · 1.7/4

Sep 2016 - Jan 2018

Cardiff University

M.Sc., Operational research, Applied statistics and Finance Risk · Operational research, Applied statistics and Finance Risk · Cardiff, United Kingdom · Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1, German equivalent: gut)

Sep 2009 - Jun 2013

Ji Mei University Chengyi College

B.Sc., Finance and investing · Finance and investing · Xiamen, China · 2.3/4

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 5

Experience in Banking and Finance 6.5 y

Avg length 1 y 5 m

Longest experience 2 y 6 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 2 (China, Germany)

Primary country China

Expertise

Recent roles Graduate Research Assistant, Working Student in Risk Data Analysis, Senior Data Analyst

Main industries Banking and Finance, Automotive, Education

Main business areas Business Intelligence, Finance, Marketing

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Profile

Created

September 2025

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Where is Mengqi based?

Mengqi is based in Tübingen, Germany.

What languages does Mengqi speak?

Mengqi speaks the following languages: Chinese (Native), English (Advanced), German (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Mengqi have?

Mengqi has at least 7 years of experience. During this time, Mengqi has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 6 months. Note that Mengqi may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Mengqi be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Mengqi would be well-suited for roles such as: Graduate Research Assistant, Working Student in Risk Data Analysis, Senior Data Analyst.

What is Mengqi's latest experience?

Mengqi's most recent position is Graduate Research Assistant at Tübingen University.

What companies has Mengqi worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Mengqi has worked for Tübingen University, Mercedes-Benz Mobility, and HSBC Electronic Data Processing Limited.

Which industries is Mengqi most experienced in?

Mengqi is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance, Automotive, and Education. Mengqi also has some experience in Information Technology.

Which business areas is Mengqi most experienced in?

Mengqi is most experienced in business areas like Business Intelligence, Finance, and Marketing. Mengqi also has some experience in Customer Service, Operations, and Research and Development.

Which industries has Mengqi worked in recently?

Mengqi has recently worked in industries like Banking and Finance, Automotive, and Education.

Which business areas has Mengqi worked in recently?

Mengqi has recently worked in business areas like Business Intelligence, Operations, and Finance.

What is Mengqi's education?

Mengqi holds a Master in Psychometric, Econometric and Machine Learning from Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen, a Master in Operational research, Applied statistics and Finance Risk from Cardiff University and a Bachelor in Finance and investing from Ji Mei University Chengyi College.

What is the availability of Mengqi?

Mengqi is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Mengqi?

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