Engineering Solutions, Leading Change: Meet Eduardo Carranza

Eduardo Carranza has combined his passions for healthcare and engineering into a career as a senior machine learning engineer at Moffitt Cancer Center. Now, he’s beginning a new chapter at Rice Business as a student in the Professional MBA–Evening Class of 2027. Continue reading Eduardo’s profile to learn more about his journey and his goals for personal growth in the MBA program.

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Tell us a little about your career and background.

Education: University of Houston, Computer Engineering

Most Recent Employer and Job Title: Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, Florida, senior machine learning engineer

Relevant Career Highlights or Industry Experience: I have been interested in research since my undergraduate studies. As an undergraduate, I had the honor of conducting research at Rice under the supervision of Dr. Richards-Kortum. In her lab, I worked on developing low-cost medical devices, which led to my first scientific publication. That same passion for healthcare and engineering has led me to what I do today. I currently work at Moffitt Cancer Center, where I research the applications of Ai in cancer. During my time at Moffitt, I have had the opportunity to present my research at conferences, as well as publish my work.

What is a fun fact about you?

I love to learn. I am currently working on learning Japanese and improving my piano skills. 

Why did you choose Rice Business?

I chose Rice not because it’s easy, but because it’s hard. Jokes aside, I chose to attend Rice because of its tight-knit community and its reputation for rigorous courses. I knew that the rigor would turn me into a better version of myself.

Why did you choose our Professional MBA program?

I chose the Professional MBA-Evening program as it aligns with my busy work schedule. It allows me to keep a good work, school and family balance while investing in myself. 

How are you feeling about starting your MBA? What are you most looking forward to?

I am excited to start my journey at Rice Business. I look forward to improving my leadership skills, business acumen and taking on extracurricular projects where I can apply these new skills in real time. 

How was your experience during launch week? What were your first impressions of the program and your classmates?

Launch week was an amazing experience. I have never been so tired and energized at the same time. I was astonished at how much we learned in a week. The professors were so engaging that I could not wait until the next lecture. I was impressed by the passion the professors expressed during the lectures, which helped with learning new concepts and set the standard for all my future classes. I was impressed by the diverse backgrounds of my classmates. It was a great feeling to be among like-minded individuals who share the same mindset of wanting to improve themselves.

Eduardo Carranza is a Professional MBA student in the Class of 2027.