"Research Assistant - College of Engineering - Department of Chemical Engineering"

Research Assistant - College of Engineering - Department of Chemical Engineering

Company:
Carnegie Mellon University

Job Location:
Pittsburgh, 15213

Category:
Chemical Engineering

Type:
Full-Time

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that stands among the world's 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 doesn't imagine the future, we invent it. If you're passionate about joining a community that challenges the curious to deliver work that matters, your journey starts here!

Since its inception in 1905, the Carnegie Mellon Department of Chemical Engineering has been on the leading edge of research and innovation in chemical engineering. Today, this is more true than ever. With research thrusts across fields such as health and medicine, biofuels, air quality and more, CMU chemical engineering students are paving the way to healthier, cleaner, more efficient future for all.

The Department of Chemical Engineering (CHEG) is seeking full-time Research Assistant for the Gounaris research lab. In this role, research expertise in developing Python software and optimization workflows in Pyomo/PyROS is desired.

This is a fixed-term position of up to 6 months and is inclusive of competitive salary and full-time benefits. The starting date is flexible, but March 2026 is desired. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

Core Responsibilities:

• Follows research plans in order to collect, record, and manipulate research data. Maintains accurate and detailed research records and files.
• May test software prototypes. May interact with research subjects in order to perform job functions.
• Performs basic data analysis in order to product reports. Documents results and processes.
• Performs library research and field explorations.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• PhD in Chemical Engineering or related field;
• Interdisciplinary strength in Process Systems Engineering
• A strong research record including academic experience;
• Strong verbal/written communication skills;
• Highly motivated and creative, enjoys working in a collaborative research environment.
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Requirements:

• Successful Background Check

Location
Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function
Researchers

Position Type
Staff - Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Full Time/Part time
Full time

Pay Basis
Hourly

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