Predoctoral Fellow - DeDeo Lab - Dietrich College

Cmu

2 months ago

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania$36KFull TimeGeneral

✓ No Weekends

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Job Description

About the Role

This is a full-time predoctoral fellowship at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, focused on the study of science, mathematics, and philosophy of mathematical discovery. The fellowship lasts from 3.5 months up to one year.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct scientific, mathematical, and philosophical research under supervision.
Publish and share research findings.
Collaborate with project members.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree completed or expected before starting.
Background or interest in cognitive science, psychology, computer science, mathematics, philosophy, or related fields.

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $35,700 per year.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Retirement savings program with employer contributions.
Paid time off and observed holidays.
Tuition benefits.
Relocation assistance.
Additional perks including free regional transit pass, fitness center access, and family concierge support.

Work Schedule

Full-time, fixed schedule.
No explicit call, weekend, or night shift requirements mentioned.

Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Predoctoral Fellow - DeDeo Lab - Dietrich College at Cmu a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all General physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

General — Physician Career Context

This General position at Cmu is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Why This Position Stands Out

No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
Transparent compensation ($36k–$36k)

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Retirement Savings Program with Employer Contributions, Paid Time Off, Life and Accidental Death and Disability Insurance, Tuition Benefits, Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit Bus Pass. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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