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Alex Hastings

@alexhastings

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I build Python models and RAG pipelines to turn complex data into clear, practical insights.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking for a role where I can apply Python, statistical modelling, and quantitative analysis to meaningful technical problems while continuing to develop in data, AI, modelling, or simulation.

At Catalyst Edge AI, I designed and implemented scalable Python retrieval-augmented generation pipelines to improve enterprise LLM information retrieval, supported by structured benchmarking, statistical analysis, and technical reporting for non-specialist stakeholders.

My mathematics dissertation, “Flow Through Collapsible Channels,” modelled Kelvin–Helmholtz instabilities at fluid–fluid interfaces. I built dispersion-relation solvers with NumPy and SciPy, identified stability regions and growth rates, and created Matplotlib visualisations linking PDE theory to physiological applications such as airflow in the lungs.

I bring first-class mathematics and statistics training alongside experience with Python, R, MATLAB, SQL, Git, Bayesian modelling, and numerical simulation. I also enjoy communicating analytical ideas clearly, from one-to-one mathematics tutoring to collaborative technical reporting.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Data and AI Off Cycle Intern

Catalyst Edge AI

Oct 2025 - Dec 2025 (2 months)

Designed and implemented scalable RAG pipelines in Python to improve enterprise LLM information retrieval. Conducted structured benchmarking using quantitative metrics and statistical analysis, and produced technical reports for non-specialist stakeholders.

Python RAG LLM Statistical Analysis Technical Reporting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Edinburgh

Master of Science, Computational Applied Mathematics

2026 - 2027

Pursuing an MSc in Computational Applied Mathematics, covering applied dynamical systems, industrial mathematics, numerical linear algebra, numerical PDEs, and fluid dynamics.

University of Glasgow

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Statistics

2021 - 2025

Grade: First Class Honours

Graduated with First Class Honours in Mathematics and Statistics, awarded the Mary G Ross Prize for academic excellence. Dissertation modelled Kelvin–Helmholtz instabilities in fluid–fluid interfaces using analytical and numerical methods in Python.