Carnegie Mellon University

Project Scientist - School of Computer Science - HCII

Carnegie Mellon University$90K — $105K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred.
  • 5-8 years of research experience required.
  • Excellent communication, project management, and analytical skills.
  • Combination of education and proven experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

  • Write documentation, technical papers, and progress reports; participate in meetings.
  • Lead research efforts and coordinate interactions with team members and universities.
  • Act as team leader, providing project management direction.
  • Contribute to research findings and collaborate on scientific papers.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.
  • Propose and lead independent research goals within project scope.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions.
  • Tuition benefits for professional development.
  • Ample paid time off and observed holidays.
  • Life and accidental death and disability insurance.
  • Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass and access to fitness center.
  • Family Concierge Team assistance for childcare needs.
Full Job Description
HCII is developing new tools to augment designer and engineer creativity using analogical reasoning, and we're seeking a Project Scientist to join the team. The project explores the use of contemporary AI systems, such as large language models and text-to-image generators, to develop new interactive systems to help people find new ideas through sketching, brainstorming, and embedding space navigation. We are currently designing and testing new systems using realistic design tasks.

Core Responsibilities
  • Writing documentation, technical papers, progress reports and participating in meetings/committees.
  • Lead research efforts within main goals of project, and help coordinate interactions with other team members and universities.
  • Acts as team leader, providing project management direction
  • Contributor in developing and documenting research findings and collaborator in writing scientific papers
  • Performs related duties as assigned.
  • Propose and lead independent research goals within scope of projects.


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.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree required. Master's Degree preferred.
  • 5-8 years of research experience required.
  • Excellent communication, project management and analytical skills.
  • A combination of education and proven experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.


Requirements:
  • Successful completion of a pre-employment background check


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.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Job Function
Engineering, Research and Project Scientists
Position Type
Staff - Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Full Time/Part time
Full time
Pay Basis
Salary
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About Carnegie Mellon University

Carnegie Mellon University is a private research university that was founded in 1900. The university is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and is known for its programs in computer science, engineering, and the arts. Carnegie Mellon has a diverse student body and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of fields. The university has a strong focus on research and has partnerships with a number of companies and organizations. Carnegie Mellon is consistently ranked among the top universities in the United States.
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