Research Project Scientist - TEEL Lab - School of Computer Science

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that challenges the curious and hard-working to deliver work that matters. Our world-class 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 talented 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 visionary spirit, and collaboration.

The Computer Science Department (CSD) is one of the seven academic departments in the Carnegie Mellon School of Computer Science (SCS). Our environment is demanding and fast-paced, but it's also innovative, flexible and highly collaborative. Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon is also distinctive for our research style, educational programs, commitment to diversity, culture and organizational structure.

We are seeking a Research Project Scientist within our Computer Science Department/The Technology for Effective and Efficient Learning (TEEL) Lab in Pittsburgh, PA to manage research projects in computer science education, write academic papers for publication in conferences and journals, drive research efforts on teaching and learning about emerging technologies, support the lab’s executive education programs, and contribute to grant proposals and the management of current grants.

Core Responsibilities:

• Managing research projects in computer science education, technology-enhanced learning, or research on teaching and learning
• Writing academic papers in computer science education, technology-enhanced learning, or research on teaching and learning for publication in conferences and journals
• Designing experiments, workshops, and lectures on emerging technologies like cloud computing and data science
• Overseeing the development and maintenance of code review systems for large-scale research experiments and large language model (LLM)-enabled automations involving 300+ students per year, including owning the online code review (OCR) and swift code review (Swift-CR) systems as well as overseeing their maintenance and continued development
• Recruiting and mentoring student research assistants
• Preparing and delivering lectures and instructional content for executive education programs on emerging technology areas, including cloud computing and data science
• Contributing to grant proposals and management in collaboration with PIs and Co-PIs, including budgeting, recruiting, participant support, and evaluation
• Recruiting and supporting research participants

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning, or a directly related field
• One (1) year of experience in the data science field
• One (1) year of experience with each of the following:
• Research experiments in computer science education;
• Writing research papers and presenting published work on computer science education
• Designing, architecting, implementing, testing, deploying, monitoring, and maintaining cloud-based applications
• Identifying the appropriate tools and architectures to implement a cloud-based design; and
• Analyzing the trade-offs between different tools and cloud offerings to meet real-world constraints.

Requirements

• Successful background check investigation

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!

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