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Cmu

Research Associate III - Robotics Institute

Pittsburgh, PA, USA · Mid · Part-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 2 days ago
AlgorithmsMachine LearningData AnalysisLLMsProject ManagementRoboticsResearchExperimental DesignCommunicationProblem SolvingMentoringPublic SpeakingOSHA

About the role

  • Carnegie Mellon University's Robotics Institute is searching for a Research Associate III to join their team.
  • This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment.
  • Supervises purchasing and plans capital expenditures.

Responsibilities

  • Collects, verifies and manages data. Develops data analysis methods and protocols.
  • Independently designs experiments and research protocols. Independently sets up and performs sound experimental procedures. Suggests improvements in research methodology.
  • May develop computational modeling methods.
  • May manage IRB approval process and document IRB policies for assigned research projects.
  • May perform lab management functions including: Adheres to established lab budget and provides input to budget planning.
  • May program software in support of job functions.
  • Perform research on ML algorithms, focusing on LLMs/VLMs and RL
  • Performs complex and original data analysis in order to produce reports. Documents and processes.
  • Support the lab including work on projects and mentoring and collaborating with other students.
  • Independently sets up and performs sound experimental procedures.

Requirements

  • 1-3 Years of Research Experience
  • 1-3 Years of Research Lab Experience
  • 1-3 Years of Research Methodology Experience
  • 1-3 Years of Data Collection and Analysis Experience

Compensation

  • Salary More Information:

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.
  • Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training.

Company info

  • We are seeking creative and upbeat Research Associate III that will Independently design experiments and research protocols.
  • At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment.

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