Research Assistant - Robotics Institute

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bus pass

Family Concierge Team

Fitness center access

Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute is seeking a Research Assistant to join their team, supporting research plans to collect, record, and manipulate data in a dynamic environment. The role requires basic data analysis for reports, library research, field explorations, and preparing findings for publication, with duties including testing software prototypes and interacting with research subjects.

The position is based in Pittsburgh, PA.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• 0-1 year of data collection and analysis experience.
• 0-1 year of data entry experience.
• 0-1 year of record management experience.
• 0-1 year of research experience.

Responsibilities

• Follows research plans to collect, record, and manipulate research data, maintaining accurate records.
• May test software prototypes and interact with research subjects.
• Performs basic data analysis to produce reports; documents results and processes.
• Performs library research and field explorations.
• Prepares findings for publication.
• Reviews published literature and runs experiments.
• Supports a research project by collecting data.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data collection experience

Data analysis experience

Record management experience

Research experience

Data entry experience

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute is searching for a Research Assistant to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment.

We are seeking creative and upbeat Research Assistant that will follow research plans in order to collect, record and manipulate research data. Maintains accurate and detailed research records.

Responsibilities

• Follows research plans in order to collect, record, and manipulate research data. Maintains accurate and detailed research records and files.


• May test software prototypes. May interact with research subjects in order to perform job functions.


• Performs basic data analysis in order to product reports. Documents results and processes.


• Performs library research and field explorations.


• Prepares findings for publication.


• Reviews published literature & runs experiments.


• Supports a research project by collecting data.


• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School or GED


• 0-1 Year of Data Collection and Analysis Experience


• 0-1 Year of Data Entry Experience


• 0-1 Year of Record Management Experience


• 0-1 Year of Research Experience

A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Training

• OSHA Hazardous Materials Safety Training

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Researchers

Position Type

Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Hourly

More Information

• Please visit "Why Carnegie Mellon" to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world.


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


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