At the National Robotics Engineering Center (NREC), every team member plays a vital role in our collective success. Members of our support staff work closely with leadership, technical experts, and one another to keep daily operations running smoothly and projects progressing efficiently. Whether providing technical or operational support, both internally and externally, coordinating events, managing resources, assisting with logistics, or delivering essential administrative services, each contribution is critical to achieving our shared goals.
The Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy, based at the National Robotics Engineering Center, is seeking to hire a Curriculum Developer to assist and support in the design, writing, production, and refinement of multiple CS and STEM curricula. This exciting opportunity is ideal for someone who wants the challenge and opportunity to collaborate with a world-class team of subject matter experts, researchers, developers and educators to create authentic, approachable, hands-on lessons for learners in K-12 and beyond, on a variety of STEM topics including robotics, machine learning, and technical soft skills.
The team is supportive, active, and committed to positive change through our work. We use human-centered design, continuous improvement, and agile software development methods to ensure that we produce useful, usable, and valuable learning tools that work in the real world. This position includes frequent opportunities to visit STEM education sites across the city and country to collect user feedback and delivery training.
Your primary responsibilities include:
- Developing concrete instructional materials consistent with high-level instructional concepts and outlines.
- Designing novel lessons that meet the constraints and affordances of diverse environments.
- Organizing and running user testing sessions.
- Collecting and organizing test session data into useful insights.
- Formulating and implementing improvements into curriculum once identified.
- Coordinating additional input from stakeholders including subject matter experts, educational researchers, instructors, administrators, and students.
- Run professional development (or training) sessions using our curricular offerings
- Occasional travel to facilitate on-demand (travel) trainings
- Participating in occasional outreach events to promote programs and interact with local community
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree or equivalent experience
- At least 5 years of teaching or instruction experience.
- Experience authoring content for mixed online media, including text, animations, video, and interactive elements such as quizzes, simulations, and games.
- Technical background in a computing-related field, or a record of curriculum development for computing-related content.
- Background in instructional design or pedagogy.
- At least one completed piece in their portfolio.
We especially want to hear from you if you have experience or qualifications in any of the following areas:
- Experience with designing structured learning programs that align with organization goals and learning outcomes.
- Knowledge in both the academic world and agile team environments.
Other Requirements:
- Successful pre-employment background check
- Child Protection Clearances (Act 153)
- Motor Vehicle Records (MVR): You must hold a valid driver’s license
This position will require work on a variety of projects, including projects that involve military/defense applications and/or are funded by military/defense sponsors.
Are you interested in joining our versatile team at NREC, where you will play a vital role in operations and contribute to meaningful projects? Join a collaborative team where you will work with experts and build your career by supporting the teams that develop and deploy groundbreaking technologies in real-world operations.
Why NREC?
At NREC, you will help support the robotics revolution by contributing to projects across multiple fields. Working alongside top robotics experts, you will help ensure smooth operations and see the real impact of your contributions in the field.
NREC at a Glance:
- Located in Pittsburgh or “Roboburgh”, a hub for over 120+ robotics companies
- 30+ years of pioneering robotics research
- 150+ professionals driving innovation and real-world impact
- Part of Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute, a global leader in robotics
As part of the team, you will have the flexibility to grow your career by building expertise, supporting high impact initiatives, collaborating with others, and contributing as part of a high performing team - all while enjoying a supportive schedule and maintaining work/life balance.
Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
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 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.
At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.
Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!
Location
Pittsburgh, PAJob Function
Academic Program AdministrationPosition Type
Staff – RegularFull Time/Part time
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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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