Carnegie Mellon University · Pittsburgh, PA

Postdoctoral Research Associate - College of Engineering - Civil and Environmental Engineering — Pittsburgh, PA

Full-timePittsburgh, PAPosted 2026-07-20Apply on Workday
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The Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at Carnegie Mellon offers a unique interdisciplinary program that enables you to develop imaginative solutions to real-world engineering problems. With access to cutting-edge research and technology, high achieving, energetic - yet approachable - faculty, and an innovative and flexible curriculum, we consistently rank among the top engineering programs by US News and World Report.

The Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at Carnegie Mellon is seeking a postdoctoral researcher

The work will focus on integrating AI agents into dynamic multi-modal transportation networks and supply chain networks. The postdoctoral researcher will lead funded research projects, supervise graduate research assistants, and write research proposals and reports.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Collect and analyze data, including periodical/literature search and utilizing specialized skills in related field to analyze the collected data.
  • Conduct research experiments within the predetermined research scope and methodology of department and university.
  • Lab maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies may be required depending on area and specialty.
  • Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentations. May also assist in grant writing.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • PhD Required
  • Working knowledge of at least one programming language, such as C++, Python, etc.;
  • Working knowledge of Dynamic Traffic Assignment (DTA) and large-scale network simulation
  • Have a good understanding of machine learning theories and algorithms;
  • inter-disciplinary background;
  • A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Requirements

  • Successful background check

Location

Pittsburgh, PAJob Function

Full timePay Basis

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