Brian Xu

Brian Xu is a seasoned data scientist with expertise in economic research and insights, currently serving as a Staff Data Scientist at LinkedIn since October 2016. In this role, Brian utilizes LinkedIn data to analyze economic trends and provide insights that are featured in prestigious media outlets. Prior positions at LinkedIn include Senior Data Scientist and Data Scientist, where Brian focused on labor market dynamics and the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Brian's earlier experience includes a research assistant role at Susan Liautaud and Associates Limited, internships at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and LinkedIn's Sales Effectiveness Operations, and a financial representative position at Northwestern Mutual. Brian holds both a Master of Arts in Public Policy and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Stanford University.