Postdoctoral Fellow – Dietrich College

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Carnegie Mellon University’s Dietrich College is searching for a Postdoctoral Fellow to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment. You will contribute to the department by providing support by leading the development of a new behavioral data-collection enterprise, including the design and implementation of its operational, technical, and organizational components.

Requirements

• PhD required
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check

Nice To Haves

• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
• 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.
• Demonstrated independent judgment, initiative, and the ability to integrate research, operations, and external engagement
• Strong analytical, organizational, and planning skills
• Effective problem-solving and reasoning abilities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Establishing scalable systems for human subjects data collection, including participant recruitment models, data-collection workflows, and supporting infrastructure, while working closely with behavioral scientists and collaborating with computer scientists and technical teams
• Play a central role in developing the enterprise model, including contributing to business strategy, identifying and engaging external partners, and supporting early-stage commercialization of university-developed intellectual property
• Advancing both the practical deployment of data-collection systems and the broader development of a sustainable, scalable model for delivering high-quality behavioral data to external stakeholders
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
• tuition benefits
• ample paid time off and observed holidays
• life and accidental death and disability insurance
• a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
• access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs
• fitness center access

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree