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General Information
Full Name | Young Joon Lee |
yj.lee@chu.ac.kr | |
Languages | English, Korean |
Experience
- Jan 2024 - present
Lead Investigator
Jeju RIS Office for High-Intelligent Service
- Collaborate with educational institutions in Jeju for AI integration in curricula.
- Strategize AI deployment aligning with Jeju's cultural and economic context.
- Aug 2023 - present
Chief Innovation Officer
Cheju Halla University, Jeju, Korea
- Lead university's AI and emerging technology research and innovation initiatives.
- Direct cutting-edge AI research integrating theoretical frameworks with practical implementations across various industries.
- Establish a knowledge exchange platform for AI research and insights.
- Mar 2022 - present
Head of Research
Natural Language Research Center, Cheju Halla University, Jeju, Korea
- Lead development of sophisticated AI-driven NLP models tailored for the financial industry.
- Collaborate on the development of an AI-powered virtual physician to enhance healthcare delivery through advanced NLP techniques.
- Pioneering AI technologies for robotic portrait drawing and visual media arts, integrating AI with creative processes.
- Feb 2021 - present
Assistant Professor
Artificial Intelligence Engineering, Cheju Halla University, Jeju, Korea
- Teach a comprehensive range of AI engineering courses, from NLP and MLOps to Robotics and Operating Systems, while mentoring student research in these areas.
- Supervise student research projects, fostering a robust learning environment that encourages innovation and practical application of AI technologies.
- Mar 2019 - Sep 2020
Visiting Scholar
Precourt Institute for Energy, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
- Lead a project utilizing machine learning and NLP for transforming ESG data analysis and investment.
- Focus on extracting insights from unstructured ESG data for sustainable investment decisions.
- Combine advanced technological methodologies with financial analysis to enhance ESG factor understanding in investment.
- Aid in improving sustainable investing standards and promoted a data-driven approach to corporate responsibility and sustainability.
- Leverage expertise in sustainable finance and technology to support the 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
- Develop risk models and portfolio tools for equity and bond investment.
- Consult on pension fund management systems and asset management processes.
- Create a fixed-income risk model and quantitative equity rating system.
- Jul 2006 - Sep 2014
Head of Quantitative Strategy
Hyundai Securities, Seoul, Korea
- Research asset allocation for MOLIT Housing Fund.
- Present investment strategies at various forums.
- Design and provide quantitative factor investing strategies.
- Consult and test low-volatility strategies for ETF construction.
- Develop earnings valuation models and pair trading systems.
- Nov 2001 - Oct 2005
Head of Research and Development
FnGuide Inc., Seoul, Korea
- Oversee R&D across business and product lines.
- Implement new database systems and financial research solutions.
- Consult on custom index management and equity management systems.
Research Projects
- Jul 2023 - present
Multi-Object Detection and Robotic Drawing with Multiple Camera Sensors
Cheju Halla University, Jeju, Korea
- Aim to advance digital art by combining 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
- Analyze Bank of Korea's communication strategies.
- Assess and propose effective communication strategies for Cambodia's NBC.
- Utilize machine learning-based text mining for policy analysis.
- Mar 2023 - Sep 2023
Dissecting Corporate Reputation Risk in News Media: An Aspect-Based Sentiment Analysis Approach
Cheju Halla University, Jeju, Korea
- Use ABSA 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
- Develop NLP model to evaluate ESG information from media sources.
- Assess the relationship between ESG information and stock prices.
- Identify biases in media coverage of ESG aspects.
- Jan 2023 - Feb 2023
AI-Based Style Transfer for Digital Art
Cheju Halla University, Jeju, Korea
- Develop 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
- Create 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
- Extract and process pathology data for NLP.
- Develop pathBERT, NER, and RE models for medical data analysis.
- Construct a Knowledge Graph and develop a QA model.
- Mar 2021 - Apr 2022
ML-based ESG Ratings Model
Aju Research Institute of Corporate Management, Seoul, Korea
- Develop ML model for ESG ratings.
- Use NLP and big data analytics for ESG performance evaluation.
- Mar 2019 - Sep 2020
Translating Data into Insights
Precourt Institute for Energy, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
- Explore technologies for ESG data analysis.
- Use ML and NLP for extracting insights from ESG data.
- Mar 2018 - Sep 2018
Evaluating the Effectiveness of the BOK Communication using Text Mining
The Bank of Korea, Seoul, Korea
- Evaluate BOK communication effectiveness using text mining.
- Jun 2017 - Nov 2017
Information Extraction and Summarization System using Big Data and AI
Sogang University, Seoul, Korea
- Develop a system for information extraction and summarization.
- Use 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
- Credential in alternative investment industry, covering hedge funds, private equity, real estate, commodities.
- Sep 2006
Chartered Financial Analyst
CFA Institute
- Credential ID: 348641
- Credential in investment industry, covering financial analysis, portfolio management, ethics.
- Aug 2006
Certified Research Analyst
Korea Financial Investment Association
- Credential ID: 6606001314
- Credential in investment research industry, covering financial analysis, research methods, ethics.
- May 2006
Data Architecture Professional
Korea Database Agency
- Credential ID: DAP-06003
- Credential in data architecture, covering data modeling, database design, data governance.
Academic Interests
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Financial Economics
- Monetary Policy
- Asset Pricing
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Corporate Finance
- Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)
- Corporate Governance
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
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Financial Engineering
- Factor Investing
- Portfolio Construction
- Risk Management
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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 |