Research Assistant - School of Computer Science - LTI

Carnegie-Mellon-University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 49,594,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

Paid time off

Transit pass

Fitness center access

Family Concierge

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University’s Language Technologies Institute seeks a Research Assistant to assist in natural language processing and machine learning projects. You will conduct data analysis, document results, and support software prototype testing, contributing to a integrity-focused research environment in Pittsburgh.

You’ll collaborate with a diverse team, follow established research plans, and maintain precise records while upholding CMU’s commitment to innovation and education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, reasoning, and analytical skills.
• Previous research experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic data analysis to produce reports.
• Documents results and processes.
• May test software prototypes.
• May interact with research subjects to perform job functions.
• Follows research plans to collect, record, and manipulate data.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Research experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor'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!The Language Technologies Institute (LTI) at Carnegie Mellon University is a world-renowned research and education hub at the forefront of natural language processing, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and human-computer interaction. Established within the School of Computer Science, LTI pioneers innovative approaches to understanding, processing, and generating human language in both written and spoken forms.LTI is seeking a Research Assistant to join the team! In this role, you will assist with conducting work in natural language processing and machine learning, evaluating the ability of AI agents to collaborate on knowledge-intensive tasks such as software engineering.Core ResponsibilitiesPerforms basic data analysis in order to produce reports. Documents results and processes.May test software prototypes. May interact with research subjects in order to perform job functions.Follows research plans in order to collect, record, and manipulate research data. Maintains accurate and detailed research records and files.Performs library research and field explorations.Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree required.Previous research experience preferred.Strong problem-solving, communication, reasoning, and analytical skills.A combination of education and proven experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.Requirements :Successful completion of a pre-employment background checkJoining 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.Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!LocationPittsburgh, PAJob FunctionResearchersPosition TypeStaff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term)Full Time/Part timeFull timePay BasisHourly