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General Information

Full Name Young Joon Lee
Email yj.lee@chu.ac.kr
Languages English, Korean

Experience

  • Jan 2024 - present
    Lead Investigator
    Jeju RIS Office for High-Intelligent Service
    • Spearhead AI curriculum integration across Jeju educational institutions
    • Craft AI deployment strategies tailored to Jeju's unique cultural and economic landscape
  • Aug 2023 - present
    Chief Innovation Officer
    Cheju Halla University, Jeju, Korea
    • Orchestrate university-wide AI and emerging technology research initiatives
    • Direct cutting-edge AI research, bridging theoretical frameworks with industry applications
    • Establish and nurture a dynamic knowledge exchange platform for AI research
  • Mar 2022 - present
    Head of Research
    Natural Language Research Center, Cheju Halla University, Jeju, Korea
    • Steer development of advanced AI-driven NLP models for financial sector applications
    • Spearhead creation of AI-powered virtual physician to revolutionize healthcare delivery
    • Pioneer AI technologies in robotic art and visual media, fusing AI with creative expression
  • Feb 2021 - present
    Assistant Professor
    Artificial Intelligence Engineering, Cheju Halla University, Jeju, Korea
    • Deliver comprehensive AI engineering curriculum spanning NLP, MLOps, Robotics, and Operating Systems
    • Guide and mentor student research projects, fostering innovation in AI applications
  • Mar 2019 - Sep 2020
    Visiting Scholar
    Precourt Institute for Energy, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
    • Spearheaded project leveraging ML and NLP to revolutionize ESG data analysis and investment strategies
    • Pioneered extraction of actionable insights from unstructured ESG data for sustainable investment decisions
    • Integrated advanced technological methodologies with financial analysis to deepen understanding of ESG factors in investment
    • Contributed to evolution of sustainable investing standards, championing data-driven approaches to corporate responsibility
    • Harnessed expertise in sustainable finance and technology to propel transition towards a decarbonized, climate-resilient global economy
  • Sep 2018 - Aug 2021
    Researcher
    Yonsei Business Research Institute, Yonsei University, Seoul, Korea
  • Oct 2014 - Jan 2017
    Senior Quantitative Analyst
    Gian Research, Seoul, Korea
    • Engineered sophisticated risk models and portfolio tools for equity and bond investments
    • Provided expert consultation on pension fund management systems and asset management processes
    • Architected innovative fixed-income risk model and quantitative equity rating system
  • Jul 2006 - Sep 2014
    Head of Quantitative Strategy
    Hyundai Securities, Seoul, Korea
    • Conducted in-depth research on asset allocation strategies for MOLIT Housing Fund
    • Delivered compelling investment strategy presentations at various industry forums
    • Designed and implemented cutting-edge quantitative factor investing strategies
    • Provided expert consultation and testing for low-volatility strategies in ETF construction
    • Developed sophisticated earnings valuation models and pair trading systems
  • Nov 2001 - Oct 2005
    Head of Research and Development
    FnGuide Inc., Seoul, Korea
    • Led R&D initiatives across diverse business and product lines
    • Spearheaded implementation of state-of-the-art database systems and financial research solutions
    • Provided expert consultation on custom index management and equity management systems

Research Projects

  • Apr 2024 - present
    Traffic Optimization Platform for Jeju Traffic Safety
    Cheju Halla University, Jeju, Korea
    • Spearhead initiative to enhance Jeju's transportation infrastructure, leveraging data-driven urban planning to improve quality of life and provide insights into AI applications in traffic management
    • Conduct comprehensive analysis of traffic patterns and signal timing at key Jeju intersections
    • Drive development of cutting-edge real-time traffic network data update systems
    • Lead creation and validation of sophisticated traffic flow simulation models
    • Spearhead evaluation of AI-driven signal optimization strategies' effectiveness
  • Jul 2023 - Feb 2024
    Multi-Object Detection and Robotic Drawing with Multiple Camera Sensors
    Cheju Halla University, Jeju, Korea
    • Pioneered advancements in digital art through innovative integration of multi-object detection technologies with AI and robotic drawing
  • May 2023 - Feb 2024
    The Bank of Korea Knowledge Partnership Program with Cambodia
    Cheju Halla University, Jeju, Korea
    • Conducted comprehensive analysis of Bank of Korea's communication strategies
    • Formulated and proposed effective communication strategies for Cambodia's NBC
    • Leveraged advanced machine learning-based text mining for nuanced policy analysis
  • Mar 2023 - Sep 2023
    Dissecting Corporate Reputation Risk in News Media: An Aspect-Based Sentiment Analysis Approach
    Cheju Halla University, Jeju, Korea
    • Employed cutting-edge ABSA techniques to analyze corporate and CEO reputations in news media
  • May 2022 - Apr 2023
    Analyzing the Value and Bias in ESG Information: An Innovative Approach Using NLP
    Aju Research Institute of Corporate Management, Seoul, Korea
    • Engineered sophisticated NLP model to evaluate ESG information from diverse media sources
    • Conducted in-depth assessment of the relationship between ESG information and stock price movements
    • Pioneered identification of inherent biases in media coverage of ESG aspects
  • Jan 2023 - Feb 2023
    AI-Based Style Transfer for Digital Art
    Cheju Halla University, Jeju, Korea
    • Spearheaded development of innovative AI platform for style transfer in digital art
  • Jul 2022 - Dec 2022
    An AI-Based Text-to-Image Generation System for Enhancing Artistic Expression
    Cheju Halla University, Jeju, Korea
    • Pioneered creation of AI system for Korean text-to-image transformation in digital art
  • Feb 2021 - Feb 2022
    Development of a Pathology Database for an Internet Hospital Platform
    Cheju Halla University, Jeju, Korea
    • Spearheaded extraction and processing of complex pathology data for NLP applications
    • Led development of advanced pathBERT, NER, and RE models for medical data analysis
    • Engineered sophisticated Knowledge Graph and QA model
  • Mar 2021 - Apr 2022
    ML-based ESG Ratings Model
    Aju Research Institute of Corporate Management, Seoul, Korea
    • Pioneered development of innovative ML model for ESG ratings
    • Leveraged cutting-edge NLP and big data analytics for comprehensive ESG performance evaluation
  • Mar 2019 - Sep 2020
    Translating Data into Insights
    Precourt Institute for Energy, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
    • Spearheaded exploration of advanced technologies for ESG data analysis
    • Leveraged state-of-the-art ML and NLP techniques for extracting actionable insights from ESG data
  • Jan 2018 - Feb 2019
    eKoNLPy: Korean NLP Python Library for Economic Analysis
    Yonsei University, Seoul, Korea
    • Engineered eKoNLPy, a sophisticated Korean Natural Language Processing (NLP) Python library tailored for economic analysis
    • Enhanced functionality of Mecab tagger from KoNLPy, optimizing handling of economic terms, financial institutions, and company names
    • Integrated advanced sentiment analysis features for nuanced interpretation of monetary policy statements
  • Mar 2018 - Sep 2018
    Evaluating the Effectiveness of the BOK Communication using Text Mining
    The Bank of Korea, Seoul, Korea
    • Pioneered evaluation of BOK communication effectiveness through advanced text mining techniques
  • Jun 2017 - Nov 2017
    Information Extraction and Summarization System using Big Data and AI
    Sogang University, Seoul, Korea
    • Spearheaded development of sophisticated system for information extraction and summarization
    • Leveraged cutting-edge AI and big data techniques for financial industry applications

Education

  • Mar 2015 - Feb 2019
    Ph.D. in Finance
    Yonsei University, Seoul, Korea
    • Thesis: Deciphering Monetary Policy with Text Mining: An Automated Polarity Classification Approach
  • Mar 2007 - Aug 2010
    M.A. in Economics
    Yonsei University, Seoul, Korea
    • Specialization: Financial Engineering
  • Mar 1996 - Feb 2001
    B.S. in Industrial Engineering & Computer Science
    Yonsei University, Seoul, Korea

Certifications

  • Oct 2014
    Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst
    CAIA Association
    • Credential ID: 10683
    • Expertise in alternative investment sector, encompassing hedge funds, private equity, real estate, and commodities
  • Sep 2006
    Chartered Financial Analyst
    CFA Institute
    • Credential ID: 348641
    • Mastery in investment industry, covering financial analysis, portfolio management, and ethics
  • Aug 2006
    Certified Research Analyst
    Korea Financial Investment Association
    • Credential ID: 6606001314
    • Proficiency in investment research, encompassing financial analysis, research methodologies, and ethical standards
  • May 2006
    Data Architecture Professional
    Korea Database Agency
    • Credential ID: DAP-06003
    • Expertise in data architecture, including data modeling, database design, and data governance

Academic Interests

  • Financial Economics
    • Monetary Policy
    • Asset Pricing
  • Corporate Finance
    • Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)
    • Corporate Governance
    • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
  • Financial Engineering
    • Factor Investing
    • Portfolio Construction
    • Risk Management
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
    • Natural Language Processing (NLP)
    • Deep Learning
    • Machine Learning

Skills

Programming Languages Python, Java, Visual Basic, Ruby, TypeScript, JavaScript
Development Stacks Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Google Cloud, Linux, Windows, MacOS, Git, GitHub
Databases Oracle, MS-SQL, MySQL, MongoDB
Statistical Analysis Software R, Python, Matlab, Stata