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September 11, 2025

**Job Description**
Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute is seeking a Research Assistant specializing in computer vision and machine learning for human behavior analysis and modeling. The successful candidate will investigate and develop new algorithms and models to analyze and understand human behavior from video. This involves designing efficient perceptual algorithms for behavioral cue extraction and novel approaches for modeling human interaction, with applications in medical research and affective computing.

**Skills & Abilities**
• Strong programming skills
• Python
• Pytorch
• Large Vision Models
• Multimodal Foundation Models
• Transfer Learning
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong organization and planning skills
• Careful attention to detail with strong follow-through
• Ability to prioritize and organize tasks effectively to accomplish objectives in a timely manner
• Enthusiasm for collaborating with partners from multiple disciplines and institutions

**Qualifications**
Required Degree(s) in:
• Master or Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, and/or Computer Engineering with a focus on computer vision/machine learning.

**Experience**
Experience Required:
• Three years in a research environment
• At least one year in the designated specialty of research
Other:
• OSHA Hazardous Materials Safety Training

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Experience
Experience Required: • Three years in a research environment • At least one year in the designated specialty of research Other: • OSHA Hazardous Materials Safety Training
Work Level
Masters
Employment Type
Research Job
Salary
Benefits: Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance; generous retirement savings program with employer contributions; tuition benefits; ample paid time off and observed holidays; life and accidental death and disability insurance; free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass; access to Family Concierge Team for childcare needs; fitness center access.
Details
Part-time / Temporary Duration: Fixed Term
School / Department / Center / Lab
• Robotics Institute
Supervisor Email
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Carnegie Mellon University (CMU)
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