Research Associate - College of Engineering - Materials Science and Engineering

About the Role

Carnegie Mellon University’s Department of Materials Science and Engineering is seeking a research scholar to join the Pistorius group. The researcher will develop and conduct measurement of heat flux through mold flux that is solidified onto a copper probe.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-temperature experiments
• Develop the experimental setup to perform heat flux measurements through mold flux samples
• Identify problems and obstacles to progress; develop strategies to tackle problems
• Collaborate with a doctoral student who is also working on this project
• Coordinate research with external collaborators
• Report and present results
• Participate in writing high impact papers, reports, proposals, and training
• Document procedures; curate and preserve data
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• MS Degree in Materials Science and Engineering (MSE)
• Expertise in high-temperature experiments
• Proficiency in writing skills
• Teamwork, communication, and presentation skills

A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
• Tuition benefits
• Ample paid time off and observed holidays
• Life and accidental death and disability insurance
• Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
• Access to Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs
• Fitness center access

Pay

Salary basis.

Schedule

Full time, fixed-term staff position.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA