SPUR Summer Program – Dietrich College

SPUR Summer Program – Dietrich College

Company:
Carnegie Mellon University

Job Location:
Pittsburgh, 15213

Category:
Laboratory and Research

Type:
Full-Time

Carnegie Mellon University's Dietrich College is searching for four SPUR Summer Program Undergraduate Researchers to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment. You will contribute to the department by providing support by immersing themselves in psychological research and gaining hands on experience in a vibrant academic environment. This is an eight-week program designed to enhance opportunities for all students to explore academic and research careers in psychological science.

Core responsibilities include:

• Engaging directly with impactful research
• Contribute to various facets of the research process from data collection to lab meetings
• Work closely with a faculty or other research team members to conduct research
• Attending workshops that cover a variety of topics
• 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.

Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate program
• Preference is given to students from institutions with limited STEM research opportunities
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Additional Information:

• Sponsorship: Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Carnegie Mellon is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Carnegie Mellon.

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.

Location
Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function
Non-CMU Students

Position Type
Staff - Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Full Time/Part time
Full time

Pay Basis
Hourly