Research Assistant - College of Engineering - Department of Mechanical Engineering jobs in United States
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Carnegie Mellon University · 4 weeks ago

Research Assistant - College of Engineering - Department of Mechanical Engineering

positionPittsburgh, PA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that stands among the world’s most renowned education institutions. The Department of Mechanical Engineering is searching for a Research Assistant to support neurophysiology experiments, analyze data, and contribute to research publications.

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Responsibilities

Set up and operate instruments for measuring electromyography and inertial measurement data
Write and use custom software in Matlab to analyze EMG and IMU data
Write summary reports of experiments and analysis in form of primary journal articles

Qualification

NeuroscienceBiomedical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringMatlab

Required

Master's degree in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
Successful background check

Benefits

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

Company

Carnegie Mellon University

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Carnegie Mellon University is a private research university that offers degrees in technology, arts, and various other fields.
dateFounded in 1900
location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
https://www.cmu.edu

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$488.58M
Key Investors
ICANNAppalachian Regional CommissioneBPF Foundation
2025-05-29Grant· $0.45M
2024-09-05Grant· $0.5M
2024-08-29Grant· $0.05M

Leadership Team

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Amy Coutu
Assistant Vice President, Enterprise Applications
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Chirag Patel
Adjunct Professor
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