Carnegie Bosch Postdoctoral Fellowship - School of Computer Science - MLD
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Applications are invited for the Carnegie Bosch Postdoctoral Fellowship for the Fall Semester of 2026 in the areas of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity/privacy, robotics, and sustainability. Fellowships are sponsored by the Carnegie Bosch Institute (CBI), a world-class research center located within CMU. Applications are sought from candidates together with prospective faculty hosts.
Carnegie Bosch Fellowships are two-year awards supporting outstanding postdoctoral researchers conducting high-potential research within the excellence-driven environment of CMU. Offering benefits beyond ‘traditional’ postdoc roles, Fellows are provided with the resources, flexibility, and environment to address “grand challenge” style problems in line with their research vision together with their faculty host.
Postdoctoral positions supported by CBI provide remarkable opportunities to shape the next generation of research while offering Fellows the chance to develop their academic careers in exceptional directions. Fellowship recipients are expected to broadly disseminate their research results via active engagement with the international research community in their respective fields and will be provided resources to aid with these efforts, e.g. conference registration + travel.
Core Responsibilities
Carnegie Bosch Fellowships are intended to support researchers working in the fields of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity/privacy, robotics and sustainability. A broad range of research interests within these four areas will be considered from theory to application, with preference being given to applicants with strong Research Statements (as indicated in the Application Requirements below) demonstrating: compelling future vision (including potential follow-on opportunities), collaborative approach (connection to/ building on efforts already underway), and broader positive societal impact.
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
- Doctorate Degree required.
- Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, reasoning and analytical skills.
- A combination of education and proven experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
Application Requirements:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research Statement (maximum three pages), outlining a compelling long-term vision for a research program whose development would be supported by participation in the CBI Fellowship Program:
- How will you use the time and resources provided by your Fellowship to advance this vision?
- How will you take advantage of collaboration opportunities at CMU (and beyond)?
- What will be the eventual impact of this research beyond the core technical results? How will it impact society in a transformative way (e.g., safety, efficiency, trustworthiness)?
- Professional References (maximum three)
- Letter of Support (maximum one page) from prospective faculty collaboration host at CMU
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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.
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Location
Pittsburgh, PAJob Function
Pre/Post-Doctoral Associates & FellowsPosition Type
Postdoctoral Associate / Fellow (Fixed Term)Full Time/Part time
Full timePay Basis
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Skills Required
- Doctorate Degree
- Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, reasoning and analytical skills
- Combination of education and proven experience demonstrating comparable knowledge
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a standout, with automatic employer contributions to a TIAA-administered plan at 8% of base salary (and 9.78% for 9‑month academic appointments), plus optional employee deferrals. Vesting after three years is clearly specified, which helps set expectations for long-term value.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family support is strengthened by 100% paid parental leave for six weeks and 100% paid maternity leave for 6–8 weeks (delivery-type dependent), effective July 1, 2024. Childcare support is also referenced through a Cyert Center subsidy up to $5,000 per family, alongside no-cost EAP access.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle benefits include free Pittsburgh Regional Transit access and access to fitness classes and facilities, adding recurring non-cash value to the overall package. Pittsburgh’s relatively affordable cost of living can further increase the perceived adequacy of a given salary compared with higher-cost coastal hubs.
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