Iris Erlanger
About Iris Erlanger
Iris Erlanger is a Research Associate at NYU Langone Health with a background in biomedical and medical engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
Current Position at NYU Langone Health
As of 2021, Iris Erlanger has been serving as a Research Associate at NYU Langone Health. In this role, she has developed skills in data analysis and experimental design, contributing to various research projects. Her work involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, emphasizing the application of research methodologies in medical and biological contexts.
Educational Background in Biomedical Engineering
Iris Erlanger earned a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in 2020. Her educational journey at RPI, spanning from 2016 to 2020, was marked by her engagement in biomechanics research and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. These experiences provided her with a strong foundation in the intersection of biology and engineering.
Previous Experience at Hospital for Special Surgery
Iris Erlanger has had multiple roles at the Hospital for Special Surgery. In 2018, she worked as a BSEL Intern for 11 months in the Greater New York City Area. Earlier, in 2014 and 2015, she served as a Summer Research Intern in New York City. Additionally, in 2019, she volunteered in the Leon Root, MD, Motion Analysis Lab for 3 months. These various roles allowed her to gain hands-on experience in a clinical research environment.
Past Roles in Research and Healthcare
Iris Erlanger's career includes several positions in research and healthcare. Aside from her roles at the Hospital for Special Surgery, she was a Summer Research Intern at Weill Cornell Brain & Mind Research Institute (2015) and Eli Lilly and Company (2015). She also served as an EMT with RPI Athletics in 2020 and held an internship at ABC Animal Hospital NYC (2016-2017). Each of these roles contributed to her diverse skill set in medical research and patient care.
High School Education at Bronx High School of Science
Iris Erlanger completed her high school education at the Bronx High School of Science, obtaining her High School Diploma in 2016. This foundational education helped prepare her for subsequent studies and research in the field of biomedical and medical engineering.