"Research Associate I (Xu Lab) - CBD - 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 talented 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 Ray and Stephanie Lane Computational Biology Department (CBD) is renowned for its interdisciplinary approach to studying biological systems using computational methods. Faculty and researchers collaborate across fields such as computer science, biology, and statistics to address complex biological questions. Their work spans diverse areas including genomics, bioinformatics, systems biology, and computational neuroscience, driving innovation at the intersection of computation and life sciences.

We are searching for a Research Associate for the Xu Lab. The position will assist in the development and execution of (automated) experimental protocol, analysis of data collected and writing up experiment results.

Core Responsibilities

• Working with and analyzing biological data
• Working with large-scale biological data
• Developing, implementing algorithms, computational tools, or frameworks
• Implementing experimental protocols and documenting research
• Conducting literature reviews to stay updated on the latest methodologies in bioimaging analysis.

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within CMU. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued proficiencies 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 Computational Biology, Computer Science or a related discipline; Master's Degree preferred
• 1 year of hands-on experience in working with biological data and programming
• Experience in writing algorithms
• A combination of education and meaningful experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Requirements

• Successful background investigation may be required.

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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