Alejandro Scaffa
Health Ai Research Intern @Institute For Experiential Ai At Northeastern University
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WORK HISTORY
Health Ai Research Intern @Institute For Experiential Ai At Northeastern University
Portland, ME, US
Conducting research in AI health, including developing and deploying deep learning algorithms, curating datasets, documenting code, and writing up results for research publications and proposals. Mentoring and coordinating students and other researchers on AI health projects, and interfacing with collaborators, including biomedical researchers and healthcare clinicians.
EDUCATION
DIS - Study Abroad
Biomedicine
Northeastern University
Master of Science - MS, Computer Science
Grinnell College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with Honors, Biochemistry
Brown University
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology
American School of Campinas (Brazil)
American and Brazilian High School Diplomas
Brown University
Master’s Degree, Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology
SKILLS
ABOUT ALEJANDRO SCAFFA
Scientist with a Ph.D. in Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology from Brown University and postdoctoral training at Merck Research Labs. Completing an M.S. in Computer Science in Aug 2026. Actively looking for computation heavy postdoctoral fellowships and assistant professorships (teaching and/or research).Ph.D. research investigated the long-term impact of supplemental oxygen exposure on premature lungs, uncovering links to cellular senescence and metabolic dysfunction. Postdoctoral work at Merck focused on the tumor microenvironment, cancer-associated fibroblasts, and senescence. Additional experience in venture capital through a rotation at the MRL Ventures Fund. Fast learner, effective communicator, and highly collaborative team member.
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