Research Assistant - College of Engineering - Department of Mechanical Engineering

About the role

Carnegie Mellon University’s Department of Mechanical Engineering is seeking a Research Assistant to support data collection and analysis using biomedical instrumentation and signal processing, as well as to conduct literature reviews and summarize key papers. The position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment focused on advanced manufacturing, bioengineering, computational engineering, energy and the environment, product design, and robotics.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection, including biomedical instrumentation.
• Assist with data analysis, including signal processing.
• Assist with literature reviews, including summarizing key papers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 0–1 years of entry‑level research experience, with a basic understanding of instrumentation and software.
• Experience with signal processing, MATLAB programming, spreadsheets, and statistics.
• A combination of education and relevant experience that demonstrates comparable knowledge may be considered.
• Successful background check required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions.
• Tuition benefits.
• Paid time off and observed holidays.
• Life, accidental death, and disability insurance.
• Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass.
• Access to a Family Concierge Team for childcare navigation.
• Fitness center access and additional perks.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA