What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Project Scientist - Robotics Institute position at Carnegie Mellon University?
Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute is searching for a Senior Project Scientist to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment.
We are seeking creative and energetic Senior Project Scientist that is responsible for determining priorities for project area based on overall organizational goals. The incumbent will direct the work of project members to ensure goals are achieved. Frequently presents research findings to current or potential sponsors and at major national or international conferences.
Responsibilities:
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!
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Job Function
Engineering, Research and Project Scientists
Position Type
Staff – Regular
Full Time/Part time
Full time
Pay Basis
Salary
More Information:
We are seeking creative and energetic Senior Project Scientist that is responsible for determining priorities for project area based on overall organizational goals. The incumbent will direct the work of project members to ensure goals are achieved. Frequently presents research findings to current or potential sponsors and at major national or international conferences.
Responsibilities:
- Acts as team leader, providing project management direction.
- Contributor in developing and documenting research findings and collaborator in writing scientific papers.
- Lead advanced research activities, ensure compliance with institutional and sponsor requirements, and support dissemination and transition of research outcomes.
- Lead research efforts within main goals of project, and help coordinate interactions with other team members and universities.
- Propose and lead independent research goals within scope of projects.
- Provide scientific and technical leadership for complex research projects, including defining project scope, milestones, and deliverables, and ensuring alignment with sponsor and organizational objectives.
- Serve as the primary technical liaison with sponsors and collaborators while mentoring and guiding junior researchers and project team members.
- Writing documentation, technical papers, progress reports and participating in meetings/committees.
- A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Master's Degree
- 8-10 Years of Research Experience
- OSHA - Hazardous Materials Safety Training
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!
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Job Function
Engineering, Research and Project Scientists
Position Type
Staff – Regular
Full Time/Part time
Full time
Pay Basis
Salary
More Information:
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