"Research Assistant - S3D- School of Computer Science"

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that challenges the curious and hardworking to deliver work that matters. Our extraordinary 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 versatile 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 transformative spirit, and collaboration.

The Software and Societal Systems (S3D) department within the School of Computer Science explores the vital intersection of the confluence of software, systems and society to understand how computational biology might better serve humanity. We are studying the bigger picture of computing in context in order to develop tools, policies, methods, and much more - all in the same making the world a safer, more equitable, better place to call home.

We are looking for a Research Assistant for 3- 4 months until May 2026. The research assistant for this role will help develop an LLM-aided Software Engineering framework, perform literature searches, paper writing, assist with course creation, and be asked to perform talks regarding the ongoing research.

Core Responsibilities Include:

• Perform literature search and paper writing
• Assist with course creation
• Give talks regarding the ongoing research
• Help develop an LLM-aided Software Engineering framework
• Other duties as assigned

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the School of Computer Science. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field; Master's Degree in Software Engineering preferred.
• Experience in academic environments within higher education
• Experience in a master's degree program
• Experience with writing LLM's and software development
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Additional Requirements

• Successful background check investigation

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function: Researchers

Position Type: Staff - Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Full Time/Part time: Part time

Pay Basis: Hourly