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ABOUT ME

Hi I'm Lauren Leek. I'm a political scientist and data scientist specialising in text-as-data, surveys and central banking. My research combines quantitative social science with applied text-as-data to understand how institutions communicate - and how people respond.

PhD Candidate

Currently finalising my PhD at the European University Institute ()

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Postdoc

Divided project in computational social science

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Senior Research Scientist

Methods team at Verian UK

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Alongside academic research, I work on, applied causal inference, and figuring out the survey industry.

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🚴‍♀️ On the road

When I'm not working, you will probably find me cycling, running or hunting down good food.

MY VISION

I am passionate about bridging the gap between rigorous academic research and real-world impact.

Academic Excellence

Pushing the boundaries of social data science methodology while maintaining the highest standards of scholarly rigor.

Practical Impact

Translating complex research into actionable insights that shape policy and drive meaningful change.

Through continuous learning and innovation, I strive to make data science more accessible, transparent, and impactful for society.

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