Hello, I am

Lenard Neander

Computational Biophysics &
Quantitative Finance

I'm a computational biophysicist with experience in risk management within the financial industry. My work focuses on complex modeling, ranging from drug design using molecular dynamics to portfolio optimization via Monte Carlo simulations. Having lived abroad and worked in international environments, I bring a highly adaptable, global perspective to problem-solving.

Selected Projects

Modeling Inhibitors Against SARS-CoV-2

Developed molecular dynamics simulations to evaluate SARS-CoV-2 inhibitors for antiviral drug design.

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Amyloid Beta Inhibitors

Dynamic simulation trajectories of Amyloid Beta inhibition processes.

Historical Backtester & Future Simulator

Portfolio Management Tool

Developed a tool for testing portfolios based on different financial products such as ETFs and stocks.

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Credit Portfolio View

Developed and tested Credit Portfolio View, the enterprise-level credit risk management software for the Sparkassen Finance Group. Estimated credit risks utilizing Monte Carlo simulations and supported partner banks in portfolio analysis (SQL, VBA, C#).

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Student Representative

Worked as a Student Representative at Studierendenwerk Berlin for an international student dormitory. Managed the dorm's bar and fostered community by organizing events such as group trips, parties, karaoke nights, and board game nights.

Volunteer Work in Peru

During high school, I successfully organized fundraising efforts in Germany to support a school in Peru, where I subsequently volunteered. This project centered around educational support, community building, and cross-cultural exchange.

Skills & Tools

Scientific Modelling & Simulations

Python R Linux SQL Java VBA Agentic Coding / LLMs Neural Networks

Finance & Risk Management

Monte Carlo Simulations Portfolio Risk Estimation Basel Regulations OpRisk Credit Risk

Interdisciplinary Communication

SCRUM Scientific Writing German English French Spanish Indonesian

Experience & Education

07/2024 - Present

Student Research Assistant

Zuse-Institute Berlin

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Developed neural network models to extract dynamic path trajectories from simulation datasets.

04/2022 - 03/2024

Student Research Assistant

Freie Universität Berlin

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  • Modeled binding free energies of SARS-CoV-2 inhibitors using molecular dynamics simulations
  • Contributed to 2 publications (JACS Au & Small)
09/2020 - 03/2022

Working Student Portfolio Risk & OpRisk

S Rating und Risikosysteme GmbH

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Estimation of credit risks with Monte Carlo simulations. Development and testing of credit risk software.

10/2022 - 12/2025

M.Sc. Computational Sciences (GPA 1.4)

Freie Universität Berlin & University of Sydney

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Courses in Machine Learning & Financial Mathematics. Thesis: Extracting reaction paths from simulations (Grade 1.0).

10/2018 - 12/2021

B.Sc. Physics (GPA 1.6)

Freie Universität Berlin & University of Hamburg

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Focus on Economics and Computational Physics. Thesis: Statistical models for polymer adsorption using simulations (Grade 1.0).

2009 - 2017

High School Diploma / Abitur (GPA 1.2)

Sophie-Barat-Schule

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Award for best student in chemistry (awarded by German Chemical Society).

Hobbies

Global Experience

For me, international exposure goes far beyond a casual hobby. While I deeply enjoy exploring new cultures and traveling the world, it's my immersive professional and academic experiences abroad that have truly shaped my globally-minded attitude. Whether I'm studying at the University of Sydney, presenting research at UBC Vancouver, or volunteering in Peru, these experiences have shaped a highly adaptable and multicultural approach to my work.

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Investing & Markets

As a natural extension of my background in quantitative finance and risk management, I have a deep passion for investing. I apply statistical models and data analysis to construct well-balanced ETF portfolios, with a particular interest in evaluating growth opportunities within the Asian market and tracking the rapid development of Artificial Intelligence.

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