Postdoctoral Research Associate - College of Engineering - Department of Mechanical Engineering

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

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! Innovation. Interdisciplinary collaboration. Complex problem solving. In Carnegie Mellon University’s Department of Mechanical Engineering, faculty members, researchers, and students are revolutionizing focus areas in advanced manufacturing, bioengineering, computational engineering, energy and the environment, product design, and robotics. In addition, they are using their expertise in interdisciplinary research centers across the university. Carnegie Mellon University’s department of Mechanical Engineering is searching for a Postdoctoral Research Associate 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 engaging in the research and development of a robotic concrete 3D printing system and other tasks that are assigned to you. 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.

Requirements

• Doctorate degree
• 1-3 years of experience
• Industry research and development related to robotics and automation
• Experience in using industrial robotic arms and mobile robot platforms
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform the research and development of robotic concrete 3D printing systems
• Write academic papers
• Assist graduate students working in the lab
• Manage the relationship with research sponsors
• Present and report the project progress to research sponsors
• Other duties as assigned

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
• 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
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What This Job Offers

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