James Scott Cooper

James Scott Cooper is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in data science and analytics, currently serving as VP of Models and Data Science at Santander Bank, N.A., since July 2019. Previously, James held leadership roles in data science and quantitative risk at Santander UK, where innovative methodologies in machine learning and analytics were developed. A strong academic background includes a Ph.D. in Algebra from the University of Cambridge and teaching positions at prestigious institutions such as Girton College, University of Cambridge, and New College, University of Oxford. Notable contributions span financial modeling, operational risk, curriculum development in mathematics, and various teaching roles in mathematics at different educational levels.