Alexandra Anderson
About Alexandra Anderson
Alexandra Anderson is a Research Assistant currently employed at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. She has a background in Biology and Psychology from Carnegie Mellon University and has held various research and teaching positions in the Greater Pittsburgh Area.
Work at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Alexandra Anderson has been employed as a Research Assistant at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh since 2021. In this role, she contributes to various research initiatives, focusing on pediatric health and development. Her work supports the hospital's mission to advance medical knowledge and improve patient care through scientific inquiry.
Education and Expertise
Alexandra Anderson earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Psychology from Carnegie Mellon University, completing her studies from 2017 to 2021. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both the biological sciences and psychological principles, which are essential for her research work in pediatric health.
Background
Alexandra Anderson completed her high school education at West Springfield High School from 2013 to 2017. Following her graduation, she pursued higher education at Carnegie Mellon University, where she focused on Biology and Psychology. Her academic journey laid the groundwork for her subsequent roles in research and teaching.
Previous Experience at Carnegie Mellon University
Prior to her current position, Alexandra Anderson worked at Carnegie Mellon University in various capacities. She served as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant from 2018 to 2020, where she supported faculty and assisted students in their learning. Additionally, she was an Undergraduate Research Assistant in the Infant Language Learning Lab from 2018 to 2019, contributing to research projects focused on language acquisition in infants.
Summer Research Internship at AMCR Institute, Inc.
In 2019, Alexandra Anderson completed a Summer Research Internship at AMCR Institute, Inc. for two months. During this internship, she gained practical research experience and further developed her skills in a professional research setting, complementing her academic training.