Mingxuan Tan

Final Year Mathematics Student at University of Cambridge

Greater Cambridge Area

About

Experience

  • Quantitative Researcher at Lingjun Investment , LLP
    Aug 2025 - Sep 2025 · 2 mos

    • Reviewed academic literature on machine learning methods (Autoencoders, Word2Vec, Seq2Seq, Transformer etc.) • Proposed a Seq2Seq-based LSTM approach: treated stock feature embeddings analogously to word vectors to forecast returns • Implemented and trained the model in Python (using PyTorch and scikit-learn) on 100 stocks, hourly data over 2 years • Generated predictive outputs, studied performance limitations, and identified potential improvements • Built competence in quantitative finance modelling, time-series data handling, ML algorithm adaptation, and research communication

  • Business Analyst at Tencent
    Jul 2025 - Aug 2025 · 2 mos

    • Analysed potential investment projects and products by investigating market backgrounds, trends, and competitive landscapes, evaluating positive outcomes, limitations, and risks to inform strategic decision-making • Provided data-driven suggestions on investment viability, leveraging economic analysis to support company growth initiatives • Investigated the entrepreneurial landscape in China and authored the report 2025 Report on Chinese Entrepreneurs

  • Student Researcher at University of Electronic Science and Technology of China
    Aug 2024 - Aug 2024 · 1 mo

    • Studied basic rationales about machine learning, and the working processes of several kinds of neural networks. • Learned about basic PyTorch codes, tested and developed projects using PyTorch • Researched publications on PINN, and participated in group study about relevant implementation methods to simulate the flow process of air in a closed unknown space given certain boundary conditions.

  • Tutor at CAMEXPRESS CO. LTD
    Jun 2024 - Aug 2024 · 3 mos

    • Taught mathematics and conducted mock interviews to two classes of 20 to prepare for Oxbridge’s Maths assessments • Participated in several lectures to introduce Cambridge’s application process, mathematics course and university life • Improved the average score of TMUA of the class by 2 (out of 9)

  • Teaching Assistant at CAMEXPRESS CO. LTD
    Jul 2023 - Aug 2023 · 2 mos

    • Collaborated with instructors to design and enhance teaching plans and materials, tailoring content to meet student needs • Managed a classroom of 20 students, providing individual attention and addressing student inquiries • Assisted in grading assignments and delivering constructive feedback, fostering students' academic comprehension