David Alvaro Berlanga

Experience

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  CaixaBank

  May 2017 - Sept 2017

  Front-Office

  My responsibilities included:- Customer Service: Serving as the first point of contact for clients, addressing their inquiries, resolving issues, and providing information about banking products and services.- Transaction Processing: Handling a variety of banking transactions such as deposits, withdrawals, money transfers, and loan payments.- Sales Support: Identifying potential sales opportunities and referring clients to relevant banking products and services.- Problem Solving: Addressing and resolving customer complaints and issues promptly and effectively.- Collaboration and Teamwork: Working closely with colleagues to ensure a cohesive and efficient work environment. Show less

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  ASES Academia

  Sept 2019 - now

  My role involves:- Designing and delivering comprehensive course content.- Providing constructive feedback and personalized support to help students achieve academic success.- Incorporating modern educational tools and technologies to improve the learning experience. My role involves:- Designing and delivering comprehensive course content.- Providing constructive feedback and personalized support to help students achieve academic success.- Incorporating modern educational tools and technologies to improve the learning experience. My role involves:- Designing and delivering comprehensive course content.- Providing constructive feedback and personalized support to help students achieve academic success.- Incorporating modern educational tools and technologies to improve the learning experience. My role involves:- Designing and delivering comprehensive course content.- Providing constructive feedback and personalized support to help students achieve academic success.- Incorporating modern educational tools and technologies to improve the learning experience.

  • Professor of Fundamental Physics

    Sept 2019 - now

  • Professor of Quantum Physics

    Sept 2019 - Jun 2022

  • Professor of Differential Equations

    Feb 2020 - Jun 2021

  • Professor of Linear Algebra

    Sept 2019 - Feb 2021
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  GVC Gaesco

  Feb 2022 - now

  Quantitative Analyst

  At GVC Institute, I am engaged in a multifaceted role that combines quantitative analysis, algorithmic trading, academic research, and teaching. My responsibilities include:- Quantitative Analysis of the Global Macroeconomic Context: Utilizing trend and cycle indicators (GVC Risk, GVC Momentum, and GVC Cycle) designed by our team, I conduct in-depth analysis of international market conditions and their evolution. This data is integrated into the Financial Station, an innovative tool for a quick and simple description of global macroeconomics and financial markets.- Algorithmic Trading Bot Development: Creating Python-based trading bots, I analyze results from backtesting and optimize parameters through techniques like Walk Forward Optimization, resulting in systems capable of autonomous market operation.- Coordination and Teaching of Financial Derivatives Courses: I coordinate and teach various courses at GVC Institute, endorsed by the University of Barcelona. The courses include "Stock Analysis, New Technologies, and Cryptocurrencies. What Should We Keep in Mind?" and "Practical Course on Stock and International Financial Analysis".- Academic Research: Co-authoring a paper with Damià Rey Miró titled "Evaluation of Bitcoin Volatility Compared to Other Financial Assets," published in the "Journal of Economics and Finance". Additionally, co-author of a forthcoming paper, "Torricelli’s Experiment and Conservation of Momentum".- Visiting Professor: Serving as a visiting professor for various university programs at Blanquerna, UIC, and Abat Oliba universities. Show less

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  Universitat de Barcelona

  Feb 2023 - now

  Coordinator of the Masters Degree in Fintech, Blockchain and Financial Markets

  As the Coordinator of the Masters Degree in Fintech, Blockchain, and Financial Markets at the Universitat de Barcelona, I am responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of this program. My role includes:- Curriculum Development and Management: Designing and continuously updating the curriculum to ensure it remains relevant with the latest trends and advancements in Fintech, Blockchain, and Financial Markets. This involves integrating theoretical knowledge with practical applications and real-world case studies.- Faculty Coordination: Collaborating with a diverse team of professors, industry experts, and guest lecturers to provide students with high-quality education. This includes organizing workshops, seminars, and guest lectures from leading professionals in the field.- Student Guidance and Support: Providing academic and career counseling to students, helping them navigate their studies and prepare for careers in the Fintech and Blockchain industries. This includes one-on-one mentoring, overseeing student projects, and facilitating networking opportunities.- Quality Assurance: Ensuring the program meets the high standards of the Universitat de Barcelona. This involves regular assessment of the program’s effectiveness, gathering feedback from students and faculty, and implementing improvements where necessary. Show less