Research Assistant (D3 Lab) - Department of Psychology - Dietrich College

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that challenges the curious and hardworking to deliver work that matters. Our outstanding institution has distinctive areas of excellence and a culture marked by ambition and a deep, practical engagement with challenges facing society. We continue to produce versatile alumni and draw faculty and staff eager to be a part of the university’s creative, dedicated and close-knit community. We place emphasis on practical problem solving, interdisciplinary learning, a transformative spirit, and collaboration. From creative writing to statistics and data science, behavioral economics to social and political history, Dietrich College is home to 11 humanities and sciences departments, programs and institutes. Our world-class faculty and students work across subject areas to investigate and solve real-world problems. The D3 Lab within the Department of Psychology is looking to hire a part-time Research Assistant to manage a project related to physiological stress and learning. Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the Dietrich College. Collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, 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

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or a related discipline
• Successful background investigation

Nice To Haves

• Experience in behavioral research is preferred
• Experience in statistical analysis
• Experience in leading and managing projects
• Fluency in at least one non-English language is preferred but not mandatory
• A combination of education and proven experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate projects
• Perform statistical analysis
• Manage and work in and around behavioral data and analytics
• Assists in the development and execution of research including experiment design, analysis of data collected and writing up experiment results.

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, and 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, and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees