Hi, I’m María Ciruelos, a sociologist and researcher focused on urban studies, social inequality, and data-driven policy. I combine qualitative methods with quantitative analyses (statistical analysis, sampling design, fieldwork) and work with tools like Python, R, SQL, and qualitative software to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights for communities and decision-makers. I’ve studied and worked across Madrid, Copenhagen, and diverse academic settings, including teaching English in multicultural classrooms and collaborating across teams. I’m passionate about applying sociological and economic knowledge to marginalized urban communities and bridging research with practical policy to foster social change.

María Ciruelos

Hi, I’m María Ciruelos, a sociologist and researcher focused on urban studies, social inequality, and data-driven policy. I combine qualitative methods with quantitative analyses (statistical analysis, sampling design, fieldwork) and work with tools like Python, R, SQL, and qualitative software to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights for communities and decision-makers. I’ve studied and worked across Madrid, Copenhagen, and diverse academic settings, including teaching English in multicultural classrooms and collaborating across teams. I’m passionate about applying sociological and economic knowledge to marginalized urban communities and bridging research with practical policy to foster social change.

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Hi, I’m María Ciruelos, a sociologist and researcher focused on urban studies, social inequality, and data-driven policy. I combine qualitative methods with quantitative analyses (statistical analysis, sampling design, fieldwork) and work with tools like Python, R, SQL, and qualitative software to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights for communities and decision-makers.

I’ve studied and worked across Madrid, Copenhagen, and diverse academic settings, including teaching English in multicultural classrooms and collaborating across teams. I’m passionate about applying sociological and economic knowledge to marginalized urban communities and bridging research with practical policy to foster social change.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Research Assistant at Voices of Periferia (Proyecto de investigación, UCM)
September 1, 2023 - Present
Research assistant and data analyst focusing on marginalized urban communities; designed sampling frames, conducted ethnographic interviews and participatory mapping sessions; synthesized qualitative and quantitative findings into narrative reports to inform academic and policy discussions; assisted in data cleaning, coding, and preparation for analysis.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Economics at Universidad Complutense de Madrid
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor's Degree in Sociology at Universidad Complutense de Madrid
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
Exchange Year – Sociology and Social Policy at University of Copenhagen
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Master’s Degree in Qualitative and Quantitative Social Research Methodology at Universidad Complutense de Madrid
January 1, 2024 - January 20, 2026

Qualifications

SQL with R Studio and Python for Relational Database Management
January 11, 2030 - January 20, 2026
Advanced Social Research Project Design Workshop
January 11, 2030 - January 20, 2026
Digital Gender Violence Awareness and Prevention Workshop
January 11, 2030 - January 20, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Non-Profit Organization