Research Associate - School of Computer Science - CBD

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition benefits

Paid time off

Holidays

Life & AD&D

Bus pass

Family Concierge

Fitness center

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a Research Associate in the Lane Computational Biology Department to support development and execution of research projects, including experiment design, data analysis, and reporting results. You will input, manipulate, and record results using various software tools and maintain detailed records.

The role involves collaborating across computer science, biology, and statistics, presenting findings, and possibly programming software to support project needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1–3 years of research experience.
• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Uses a variety of software packages to input, manipulate, collect and record results or observations.
• Performs research experiments following experimental protocol and procedures.
• Researches and documents information by compiling and maintaining accurate and detailed records.
• Summarizes statistical information for analysis, examination or presentation; writes technical reports.
• May build and validate quantitative models.
• Identifies problems and obstacles to progress; develops strategies to solve problems.
• May program software in support of job functions.
• Attends project meetings.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Programming

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 Ray and Stephanie Lane Computational Biology Department (CBD) at Carnegie Mellon University 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.CBD is seeking a Research Associate to assist in the development and execution of research projects including experiment design, analysis of data collected and writing up experiment results. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment.Core ResponsibilitiesUses a variety of software packages to input, manipulate, collect and record results or observations.Performs research experiments following experimental protocol and procedures. Researches and documents information by compiling and maintaining accurate and detailed records.Summarizes statistical information for analysis, examination or presentation; writes technical reports. May build and validate quantitative models.Identifies problems and obstacles to progress; develops strategies to solve problems.May program software in support of job functions. Attends project meetings.Performs related duties as assigned.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.1-3 years of research experience.Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving 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