Research Assistant College of Engineering - Department of Mechanical Engineering

Carnegie Mellon University•Pittsburgh, PA

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 Research Assistant 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 assisting in the development of the theory for spatial-temporal model-prediction control and apply it to large-scale distributed energy management applications. 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. You should demonstrate: Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong research background Analytical skills

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Successful background check

Responsibilities

Performing research experiments following experimental protocol and procedures.
Researching and documenting information by compiling and maintaining accurate and detailed records.
Summarizing statistical information for analysis, examination or presentation.
Identifying problems and obstacles to progress; developing strategies to solve problems.
Other duties as assigned.