Research Assistant - Robotics Institute

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute is seeking a Research Assistant to follow research plans and collect, record, and manipulate research data while maintaining accurate and detailed research records. The position focuses on research and development for robot-assisted feeding, including implementation work, user studies, analysis, and preparation of research articles.

Requirements

• OSHA Hazardous Materials Safety Training.
• A combination of education and relevant experience demonstrating comparable knowledge may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree.
• Programming experience in Python.
• Research experience.
• IRB experience.
• Experience conducting human studies.

Responsibilities

• Develop software and hardware implementations for robot-assisted feeding.
• Conduct user study evaluations with robotics hardware and target populations for robot-assisted feeding.
• Analyze user study data and results and prepare research articles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Collect, record, and manipulate research data according to research plans.
• Maintain accurate and detailed research records.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Prescription insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Retirement savings program with employer contributions.
• Tuition benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Observed holidays.
• Life insurance.
• Accidental death and disability insurance.
• Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass.
• Family Concierge Team support for childcare needs.
• Fitness center access.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed