Research Scientist College of Engineering Electrical and Computer Engineering

Pittsburgh, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Carnegie Mellon University is a private global research university that stands among the worlds most renowned education institutions. With ground-breaking brain science path-breaking performances creative start-ups big data big ambitions hands-on learning and a whole lot of robots CMU doesnt imagine the future we invent it. If youre passionate about joining a community that challenges the curious to deliver work that matters your journey starts here!

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) ranks among the best in the country. Our research programs are at the forefront of the technologies that have changed the world we live in. Our interdisciplinary approach to education and research allows faculty and student across the university and beyond to collaborate on problems that have a significant impact on the world around us.

Carnegie Mellon Universitys department of Electrical and Computer Engineering is looking for a talented research scientist to work on an innovative project involving the design microfabrication and benchtop characterization of neural interfaces for multimodal recording and stimulation of the central and peripheral nervous system. The research scientist will be responsible for the design and implementation of the neural interfaces design of the experiments and performing in vivo electrophysiology experiments on rodents.

This position may be filled as part-time (# hours) or full-time (37.5 hours per week) depending on candidate availability.

Responsibilities:

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

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.

Required Skills:

Experience with multi-modal neural interface design
Experience with ultrasound imaging system design and operation
Experience with electrophysiology instrumentation
Experience with electrical neural recording and stimulation

Desired Skills:

Microfabrication
Finite element Method (FEM) simulations (piezoelectrics and acoustics)
Discrete electronic design (Analog and digital design using COTS schematic and layout design microcontroller programming PCB prototyping)

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree
Work independently and cooperatively with others and follow detailed protocols accurately
A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered

Requirements:

Successful 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; its 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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