Analyzing Data Science Careers | Fall 2026 Panel

No two data scientists arrive at their jobs the same way. Join us for a conversation with professionals working across biomechanics, atmospheric science, and insurance as they share how they found their paths into the field, what turns a strong candidate into the right one, and which technical and interpersonal skills matter most in a competitive job market. Moderator Keriayn Smith, UNC-Chapel Hill, Associate Professor, Genetics and Associate Professor, School of Data and Information Sciences Panelists include Ricky Pimentel - Lead Biomechanist and Data Scientist, UPLIFT Labs Shih Ying “Changsy” Chang, PhD, Senior Atmospheric Data Scientist, Aclima Uthra Ramanujam, VP, Sr. Director Data Science, Liberty Mutual Insurance Recorded on October 15, 2026