Matthew Christopher Johnson
Data Scientist at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
UNC Chapel Hill
Statistical Philosophy
“All models are wrong, but some are useful." - George Box
“All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make, the better." – Ralph Waldo Emerson
“Statistical thinking will one day be as necessary a qualification for efficient citizenship as the ability to read and write." - H.G. Wells
Biography
I completed my M.S. (2022) and B.S. (2020) in Statistics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
I currently work at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. I use R, Python, and MATLAB to build models and graphics designed to assist with strategic communication between data scientists and stakeholders.
I have a passion for Sports Analytics especially in the NFL. I participated in the 2022 NFL Big Data Bowl and developed new metrics to assess player contribution during punts.
I love the outdoors and spend most of my time outside of programming fly fishing. I previoulsy worked as a fishing guide on the Kenai Peninsula for Trout and Salmon.
Please check out my Resume and Thesis!
- Sports Analytics
- Machine Learning
- Data Science
- Fishing
M.S. Data Science and Analytics, 2022
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
B.S. Statistics and Analytics, 2020
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Minor in Mathematics, 2020
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Skills
Experience
- Designed data driven solutions to diverse problems with MATLAB, R, and Python
- Built custom graphics to effectively convey scenarios to stakeholders
- Tested and evaluated systems to ensure capabilities are in accordance with technical specifications
- Guided resort clients on hiking and fishing excursions guaranteeing customer safety and satisfaction
- Performed back office sales and scheduling to ensure break-even operations during Covid-19 pandemic
- Coordinated trip logistics to maximize efficiency of guide services and client engagement
- Developed automated data processing tools in R to increase efficiency and ensure precise results
- Analyzed web app data to enhance app proficiency and usability assuring beneficial experience for users
- Provided Ad Hoc data cleaning and manipulation to assist analysts with daily tasks
- 1 of 4 interns (37 total) selected to receive special recognition for hard work and contribution
- Coordinated 62 activities daily for 80 counselors ensuring 250+ campers learn diverse sets of skills ranging from archery and hiking to kayaking and swimming
- Spearheaded the creation of 5 new activities creating an enhanced camp curriculum to better meet needs
- Located unaccounted for campers over 150 acres of camp guaranteeing camper safety
Selected Projects
Data Visualizations
