Research Associate - Mellon College of Science - Biological Sciences Department

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research Associate to join their innovative team in the Biological Sciences Department. This exciting role involves managing laboratory operations, assisting in research projects, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and strong analytical skills, with opportunities to engage in independent research. Join a community that values curiosity and teamwork, and contribute to groundbreaking scientific advancements while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and more. If you are passionate about research and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings Program

Tuition Benefits

Paid Time Off

Fitness Center Access

Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit Bus Pass

Family Concierge Team Access

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 1-3 years of research experience preferred.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day lab operations and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Conduct independent scientific research and assist in training new lab members.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Basic Programming

Statistical Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Laboratory Techniques

Data Analysis Software

Job description

Research Associate - Mellon College of Science - Biological Sciences Department

Research Associate - Mellon College of Science - Biological Sciences Department

Apply locations Pittsburgh, PA time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id 2023075

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 Mellon College of Science (MCS) houses four academic departments and numerous programs and research centers that span various fields. Our innovative interdisciplinary approach allows us to address scientific challenges from unique perspectives while building upon the strong foundation in core sciences provided by our departments. Our faculty members at MCS are esteemed both nationally and internationally for their groundbreaking research in diverse areas such as polymer science, cosmology, mathematical finance, and neuroscience.

The Yttri lab in the Department of Biological Sciences is seeking a Research Associate to join the team! In this role, you will assist in the development and execution of research projects including experiment design, analysis of data collected, summarizing experiment results, and such other tasks that are assigned to you.

Core Responsibilities:

• The Research Associate will help manage day-to-day laboratory operations while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices. After receiving training in a handful of techniques, the individual will also play a key role in training new members of the lab.
• Independent scientific research in the lab can be a large component of the position, but is secondary to organizing and management of inventory, colony, and personnel. Research associate should also be comfortable performing basic perfusion and histology procedures.
• Candidate will be expected to closely follow established protocols and also troubleshoot as necessary, as an individual and as part of a team.
• Some experience in basic programming and statistical analysis is a benefit, but is not required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 1-3 years of research experience if preferred.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, reasoning, and analytical skills.
• A combination of education and relevant experience in neuroscience may be considered.

Requirements:

• Successful background check

Work Posture: This position is operating on a primarily in-person structure.

Sponsorship: Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Carnegie Mellon is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Carnegie Mellon.

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!

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function: Researchers

Position Type: Staff – Regular

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.

• Click here to view a listing of employee benefits.

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