Research Engineer Intern - SPUD Lab - School of Computer Science

Carnegie Mellon University•Pittsburgh, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that challenges the curious and hardworking to deliver work that matters. Our extraordinary 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 dedicated 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. The Human-Computer Interaction Institute (HCII) is a living laboratory where we investigate the relationship between computer technology, human activity, and society. Founded in 1993, the HCII is a place where we work to understand and compose technology that harmonizes with and improves human capabilities, goals, and social environments through interdisciplinary research and education in invent, computer science, and behavioral and social sciences. The CMU SPUD lab is hiring a research engineer intern to join the efforts of the privacy through design initiative: we explore the design space of a tool for AI practitioners, who design and build consumer-facing AI products, to scaffold the critical reflection around privacy risks entailed by the requirement or the capability of AI they intend to build. Core Responsibilities: Build upon a taxonomy of privacy in AI that the research team has previously established, and use a large language model (LLM) to create tools that help practitioners contextualize each type of privacy risk to their AI product ideas. Help practitioners quickly identify relevant privacy risks and their potential severity Generate a contextualized privacy risk mitigation plan, with the goal of providing practitioners with an artifact to discuss and perform critical product reflection. Assist with the front-end and back-end development of the web-based tool Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the School of Computer Science. Collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to 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

Experience in web development (coursework, internships, and personal projects count)
Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern web development framework
Experience with database management and back-end programming (Python and/or JavaScript)
Experience with React.js
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and comfort iterating from feedback
Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with a research team
A combination of education and proven experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Experience with React Flow is a plus (https://github.com/xyflow/xyflow/tree/v11)

Responsibilities

Build upon a taxonomy of privacy in AI that the research team has previously established, and use a large language model (LLM) to create tools that help practitioners contextualize each type of privacy risk to their AI product ideas.
Help practitioners quickly identify relevant privacy risks and their potential severity
Generate a contextualized privacy risk mitigation plan, with the goal of providing practitioners with an artifact to discuss and perform critical product reflection.
Assist with the front-end and back-end development of the web-based tool

Benefits

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional 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!
For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.
At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

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