Predoctoral Research Associate - Engineering and Public Policy

Job overview

Predoctoral Research Associate - Engineering and Public Policy is an in-person role in Pittsburgh, PA. Compensation is not specified. The role is based in Carnegie Mellon University's Department of Engineering and Public Policy and contributes to research on critical-material supply chains and clean energy technologies. The associate collects and analyzes data, develops models, documents findings, and collaborates with faculty and researchers on papers and presentations. This work supports research into rare earth elements, permanent magnets, global supply chains, and the policy and technology changes shaping industrial transformation and decarbonization.

What you'll do

• Develop models to guide analysis and data manipulation
• use statistical packages or mathematical concepts to evaluate results
• document and present findings
• identify and collect large-scale datasets or published research
• organize data and replicate identified research
• collaborate with faculty at CMU and other universities on academic papers, presentations, and assigned projects
• support background research and analysis for related clean electricity sourcing work as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

carnegie mellon university

predoctoral research associate

engineering and public policy

energy research

critical materials

rare earth elements

permanent magnets

global supply chains

data analysis

python

stata

pittsburgh pa

part-time appointment

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Benefits-eligible employees may receive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• retirement savings with employer contributions
• tuition benefits
• paid time off and holidays
• life and disability insurance
• transit pass and fitness center access.

Why this role

The six-month initial appointment is 25–37.5 hours per week, with possible renewal; the research focuses on critical materials and clean energy supply chains.

About the employer

Carnegie Mellon University is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.