Diego Alejandro Polanco Lahoz

Experience

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  Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso

  Mar 2015 - Jan 2021

  Teaching Assistant

  Assisted in teaching multiple courses, including Introduction to Industrial Engineering, Economic Analysis II (Macroeconomics, International Trade, Economic Geography & Complexity), Ethics in Engineering, Corporate Financing, and Leadership.Planned course curricula, delivered engaging lectures, and graded assignments, ensuring effective student learning and academic progress.Supported faculty in adapting content to diverse learning needs while fostering critical thinking and practical application of theoretical concepts.Relevant Skills:Teaching & Curriculum Development: Course planning, lesson delivery, syllabus creation, instructional designSubject Matter Expertise: Industrial Engineering, Macroeconomics, International Trade, Economic Geography, Economic Complexity, Corporate Financing, Engineering Ethics, LeadershipAcademic Support: Student engagement, grading, academic mentoring, feedback deliveryCommunication Skills: Public speaking, presentation skills, written communication, classroom managementAssessment & Evaluation: Designing assessments, grading, evaluating student performancePedagogical Techniques: Active learning, educational technology, differentiated instructionCollaboration & Teamwork: Working with professors, interdisciplinary collaboration, peer mentorship Show less

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  ASMAR

  Jan 2016 - Feb 2016

  Estudiante en prácticas

  Práctica de operario, trabajo en área de máquinas y herramientas, principalmente la trata de metales en torno.

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  Fundación Prótesis 3D

  Jan 2018 - Feb 2018

  Summer Internship

  Contributed to a non-profit focused on providing 3D-printed prosthetics at no cost to patients.Conducted data analysis on patient documents related to lacerations in Chile (ENDISC), identifying key trends and insights.Supported crowdfunding initiatives to raise funds for the non-profit’s operations.Assisted in the manufacturing process of 3D prosthetics, utilizing 3D-printing models to customize each prosthetic for individual patient needs.Relevant Skills:Data Analysis & Reporting: Data collection, data analysis, trend identification, Excel, statistical analysis3D Printing & Manufacturing: 3D modeling, prosthetic design, 3D-printing technology, prototypingCrowdfunding & Fundraising: Crowdfunding strategies, campaign support, fundraising communicationNon-Profit Sector: Non-profit operations, social impact, sustainability in non-profitsHealth & Disability Awareness: Understanding of disabilities, patient-focused solutions, medical data managementCollaboration & Support: Teamwork, project support, cross-functional coordination Show less

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  ASMAR

  Jan 2020 - Feb 2020

  Summer Internship

  Internship related to Data Analysis and Consulting. Analysis of data for managerial decision-making. Management informs related to options that high-level management needs to take. Further, a re-structuring process of induction was made according to procedures that consultors previously established. Práctica profesional, Nivel III. Análisis de datos, para toma de decisiones gerenciales. Generación de informes de gestión. Levantamiento de proyecto de reestructuración de proceso de inducciones en la empresa. Show less

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  Fundación Prótesis 3D

  Mar 2020 - Jul 2020

  Bachelor Project

  Developed a comprehensive business plan for a non-profit organization focused on providing prosthetics to underserved communities.Conducted research to identify the most suitable business models and financial strategies for non-profit sustainability.Collaborated directly with the organization’s board to provide insights and recommendations for long-term growth and funding.Relevant Skills:Business Planning & Strategy: Business model development, strategic planning, market researchFinancial Planning & Analysis: Budgeting, financial forecasting, funding strategies, non-profit financeConsulting & Advisory: Stakeholder communication, presenting recommendations, board collaborationResearch & Analysis: Data-driven decision-making, competitor analysis, best practices identificationProject Management: Task prioritization, timeline management, remote collaborationNon-Profit Management: Non-profit business models, social impact strategies, sustainability planning Show less

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  Evalueserve

  Jan 2021 - Aug 2021

  Conducted data analysis and provided actionable insights for the E-commerce team, helping optimize client strategies.Developed tailored tools and software solutions based on client needs, using data visualization and analysis to inform decisions.Leveraged R, Java, Tableau, CSS, and Excel to create efficient, data-driven solutions that addressed complex business challenges.

  • Business Analyst

    Apr 2021 - Aug 2021

  • E-commerce Trainee

    Jan 2021 - May 2021
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  Texas Tech University

  Aug 2021 - now

  Distinguished Graduate Fellow | Research & Teaching Assistant Texas Tech University

  Research Assistant for an NSF-funded project (Award No. 2205033) analyzing Engineering Research Identity formation among students.Conduct quantitative and qualitative research using Excel, IBM SPSS, and UX-focused coding methodologies.Served as a Teaching Assistant for courses in Organizational Management and Lean Methodologies/Six Sigma, supporting curriculum delivery and student learning.Research Skills:Research & Data Analysis: Quantitative research, qualitative research, data collection, hypothesis testingStatistical Software & Tools: Excel, IBM SPSS, R, Python (if applicable)Coding & Methodologies: UX research methodologies, programming (R, Python), data modelingEducational Support: Teaching assistance, curriculum design, academic mentoringProcess Improvement & Methodologies: Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma, Organizational Management principlesCommunication & Collaboration: Academic writing, report generation, presentation skills, cross-functional teamwork Show less