We are the Tepper School of Business, where human intelligence unlocks the power of data. As part of Carnegie Mellon University, we're uniquely positioned at the intersection of business, technology, and human creativity to tackle modern challenges.

Carnegie Mellon University’s Tepper School of Business is searching for a Research Associate to join its team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment. You will contribute to the department by investigating mathematical models of conditional promotions.

Core responsibilities include:

Theoretical work to establish situations when conditional promotions work better than traditional promotions
Simulations to understand when conditional promotions would be beneficial
Work on a draft of paper for submit to a journal
Work on grant submissions to further fund this research
Data analysis
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:

Bachelor’s degree required; PhD in Operations Management or related area preferred
1-3 years prior research experience required
Previous research on theoretical models of conditional promotions preferred
A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered**.**

Requirements:

Successful completion of a pre-employment background check

Additional Information:

This is a part-time (20 hours/week), non-exempt position based in Pittsburgh, PA.
Fixed Term: This is a fixed-term position with an estimated duration of three months.

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