Project Scientist - School of Computer Science - CBD

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Generous retirement savings program

Tuition benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Life and AD&D insurance

Transit bus pass

Family Concierge support

Fitness center access

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University’s Ray and Stephanie Lane CBD seeks a Project Scientist to determine project priorities and work with team members to achieve goals. You will frequently present research findings to sponsors at major conferences and collaborate across disciplines.

The role emphasizes leading research efforts, coordinating with other universities, and producing documentation and scientific papers. A Bachelor’s degree is required, with a Master’s preferred, and a background check is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Pre-employment background check will be completed.

Responsibilities

• Propose and lead independent research goals within the scope of projects.
• Contribute to developing and documenting research findings and writing scientific papers.
• Act as team leader, providing project management direction.
• Lead research efforts and coordinate with team members and other universities.
• Write documentation, technical papers and progress reports; participate in meetings.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Research design

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that stands among the world’s most renowned education institutions. With ground-breaking brain science, path-breaking performances, creative start-ups, big data, big ambitions, hands-on learning, and a whole lot of robots, CMU doesn’t imagine the future, we invent it. If you’re passionate about joining a community that challenges the curious to deliver work that matters, your journey starts here!

Ray and Stephanie Lane Computational Biology Department (CBD) at Carnegie Mellon University

CBD is renowned for its interdisciplinary approach to studying biological systems using computational methods. Faculty and researchers collaborate across fields such as computer science, biology, and statistics to tackle complex biological questions. Their work spans diverse areas including genomics, bioinformatics, systems biology, and computational neuroscience, driving innovation at the intersection of computation and life sciences.

Role Overview

CBD is seeking a Project Scientist to join the team. This role will be responsible for determining priorities for projects based on overall organizational goals. You will work directly with project members to ensure goals are achieved and frequently present research findings to current or potential sponsors at major national or international conferences.

Core Responsibilities

• Propose and lead independent research goals within the scope of projects.
• Contribute in developing and documenting research findings and collaborate in writing scientific papers.
• Act as team leader, providing project management direction.
• Lead research efforts within the main goals of the project and help coordinate interactions with other team members and universities.
• Write documentation, technical papers, progress reports and participate in meetings/committees.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions.
• Tuition benefits.
• Paid time off and observed holidays.
• Life and accidental death and disability insurance.
• Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass.
• Access to Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs.
• Fitness center access.

Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

We are committed to providing an accessible experience throughout our recruitment process. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the application, interview, or hiring process, please contact Equal Opportunity Services by email at [e-mail] or by phone at 412-268-5072.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA. Job Function: Engineering, Research and Project Scientists. Position Type: Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term). Full Time/Part time: Full time. Pay Basis: Salary.

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