Russell Young

Russell Young has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Russell currently works as a Principal Data Analyst at FuturLab since October 2023. Prior to that, they were a Senior Analytics Consultant at Unity from July 2023 to October 2023, and an Analytics Consultant from October 2019 to June 2023. Russell also briefly worked as an Analytics Consultant at deltaDNA from September 2019 to October 2019. Before transitioning into the analytics field, Russell was the Data Analysis and Insight Manager at HouseMark Scotland from February 2016 to August 2019. Russell previously worked as a Consultancy Services Specialist / consultant Data Analyst at Mott MacDonald from 2007 to January 2016. Russell also had positions in purchasing management and procurement roles, including as a Purchasing Manager at The Scottish Parliament and as a Procurement Officer at the University of Edinburgh. Russell began their career in the healthcare industry, working as an Assistant Buyer at NHS National Services Scotland and as a Pharmacy Stores Officer at NHS Lothian.

Russell Young has a diverse education history. Russell obtained an MA (Hons) degree in Economics and Sociology from The University of Edinburgh in 1995. In 2003, they completed a MCIPS Graduate Diploma (degree equivalent) in Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions, and Contracts Management through open learning. Later, in 2012, they earned a Postgraduate Certificate in Public Health from The University of Manchester, specializing in Biostatistics, Health Economics, Qualitative Research, and Epidemiology. In addition, Russell has obtained various certifications in data analysis, Python for Data Science, interviewing, mental health, and software applications from reputable institutions such as Microsoft, LinkedIn, Unity, ICAS World, and Tableau Software.