Summary
Brendan Cullen is a Data Science Educator with eight years of experience bridging neuroscience-driven research and practical data science education, currently teaching at RStudio PBC from Portland, Oregon. He translates complex experimental methods—fMRI, EEG, and behavioral RCTs—into reproducible, open-source workflows and hands-on training that empower researchers and students. With an MS in Psychology and a data science specialization, he has designed and led bootcamps, large undergraduate labs, and automated HPC workflows that improve collaboration and reproducibility. Brendan’s background in translational neuroscience gives him a unique focus on predictive modeling for behavioral health, and he’s adept at turning rigorous research pipelines into accessible teaching materials and tools.
8 years of coding experience
5 years of employment as a software developer
Data Science Specialization in Educational Leadership, Data Science Specialization in Educational Leadership at University of Oregon
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Neuroscience, Bachelor of Arts - BA, Neuroscience at Middlebury College