Research Assistant - College of Engineering - Electrical and Computer Engineering

Carnegie Mellon University•Pittsburgh, PA

1d•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! The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) ranks among the best in the country. Our research programs are at the forefront of the technologies that have changed the world we live in. Our interdisciplinary approach to education and research allows faculty and student across the university and beyond to collaborate on problems that have a significant impact on the world around us. ECE is seeking a Research Assistant to join the team! This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment. 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

High School Diploma or GED required.
Previous research, data collection and analysis experience.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and reasoning skills.
A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
Successful background check

Responsibilities

Follows research plans in order to collect, record, and manipulate research data.
Maintains accurate and detailed research records and files.
Performs library research and field explorations.
Performs basic data analysis in order to product reports.
Documents results and processes.
May test software prototypes.
May interact with research subjects in order to perform job functions.
Performs related duties as assigned.