Postdoctoral Researcher - Computer Science - XR, AI and HCI

Postdoctoral Researcher - Computer Science - XR, AI and
HCI

Job ID: 305324

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department Information

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC TASKS AND

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Conducts research at the intersection of Extended Reality (XR),
Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI),
emphasizing intelligent, accessible, safe, trustworthy,
reproducible, and generalizable immersive technologies

2. Designs, develops, and evaluates XR systems and AI/ML methods
for accessibility and rehabilitation, balance and fall-risk
assessment and mitigation, adaptive multimodal feedback, cognitive
and behavioral modeling, privacy and security, and XR
generalizability and reproducibility

3. Develops data-driven methods using multimodal data from XR and
related sensing technologies, including head/controller motion, eye
tracking, body movement, balance, gait, and other behavioral or
physiological measures, as appropriate

4. Designs experimental XR applications, research prototypes,
software tools, datasets, and infrastructure supporting systematic
experimentation, replication, and evaluation across XR hardware,
software platforms, users, and environments

5. Contributes to human-subject research involving immersive
technologies, including protocol development, data collection,
analysis, and dissemination, in accordance with applicable IRB and
research-compliance requirements

6. Provides advanced technical and research mentorship to Ph.D.,
M.S., and undergraduate researchers in the eXtended Reality and
Intelligence (XRei) Laboratory and help coordinate related XR/AI
projects and milestones

7. Coordinates scientific and technical activities with
multi-institutional academic, clinical, and industry collaborators;
support joint studies, shared research infrastructure, manuscripts,
and collaborative research initiatives

8. Develops reusable and reproducible research artifacts, including
software, datasets, experimental protocols, documentation, and
analysis pipelines, to facilitate replication, generalization, and
broader adoption of XR research

9. Generates preliminary results and technical materials for
competitive external proposals and help develop new
multi-investigator and multi-institutional research directions in
XR, AI, accessibility, healthcare/rehabilitation, and
human-centered computing

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND
ABILITIES*:

• Advanced knowledge in one or more areas relevant to the

position, including XR (VR/AR/MR), AI/machine learning, HCI,
computer vision, multimodal sensing, data analytics, or software
engineering

• Knowledge of AI/ML methods and experience developing

computational models from behavioral, sensor, motion, visual, or
other multimodal data ¿ Able to design, implement, and evaluate XR
applications or interactive systems using relevant development
platforms and programming environments

• Able to conduct rigorous experimental research, including study

design, statistical analysis, validation, and interpretation of
quantitative and/or qualitative results ¿ Able to develop
reproducible research software, data-processing pipelines,
experimental tools, and technical documentation

• Able to mentor student researchers and coordinate research

activities involving multiple projects, investigators, and external
collaborators

• Able to collaborate effectively across computing, engineering,

healthcare/rehabilitation, accessibility, and other human-centered
research domains

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred
qualifications)

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in Computer Science,

Computer Engineering, Information Science, Human-Computer
Interaction, or a closely related discipline

• Demonstrated research experience in at least one of the

following: XR/VR/AR/MR, AI/ML, HCI, computer vision, human-centered
AI, accessibility, healthcare technologies, multimodal sensing, or
software engineering

• Evidence of research productivity through peer-reviewed

publications in relevant conferences or journals

• Experience developing XR applications using Unity, Unreal

Engine, OpenXR, or comparable immersive-technology frameworks

• Experience with machine-learning and/or deep-learning

frameworks and scientific computing or data-analysis
environments

• Experience conducting human-subject studies involving

interactive or immersive technologies is preferred

• Experience with research software development, open-source

software, reproducibility, cross- platform systems, or
collaborative grant/proposal development is preferred

Job Summary

Postdoctoral Researchers support teams of KSU faculty and students
(undergraduate and graduate students), which engage with external
collaborators from other universities, community members,
government agencies, and/or private sector entities to stimulate
innovation, capacity-building, and sustainability of research and
scholarly activity at KSU.

This position is
considered limited-term staff since it utilizes contingent funding
which is currently only secured through June 30, 2028, or 18 months
from the position start date, whichever occurs first. Employment
thereafter will be conditional based on continued availability of
funding.

Responsibilities

1. -

Plans and executes experimental activities, data analyses,
submission of reports or of manuscripts to peer-reviewed
publications, and/or attendance and presentation of research
findings at appropriate venues of dissemination

2. -

Develops and contributes to new ideas for research proposals and
directions within the research group

3. -

Develops an Individual Development Plan (IDP) in collaboration with
faculty mentor

4. -

Generates revenue by securing grants and participates in
departmental and institutional career development programs, such as
grant writing workshops

5. -

Prepares project budget and ensures funded project operates within
budget guidelines

6. -

Maintains official records and documents, and ensures compliance
with institutional policies, and federal, state and local
regulations

7. -

Establishes working relationships and cooperative arrangements with
internal and external partners

8. -

Engages in research and publication

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Ph.D. from an accredited institution of higher education or
obtainment of doctorate degree within six (6) months of hire

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in working with Extended Reality (XR),
HUman-Computer Interaction (HCI), and AI.

Proposed Salary

The budgeted salary range is $51,600 to $60,000. Offers are based
on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical,
Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement
plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit
hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Able to meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States
at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and to continue
working legally for the proposed term of the appointment

Able to handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously to meet
assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE

Demonstrated ability to carry out independent and collaborative
research on a team of faculty and students with the ability to meet
deliverables and milestones

Demonstrated creative and proactive approach towards problem
solving

Knowledge of and experience in general analytical methods
development and good analytical practices

Maintains a working knowledge of significant developments and
trends in the field

SKILLS

Outstanding proposal and paper writing skills

Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving,
organization, communication (verbal and written), time management,
project management, and presentation skills

Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with
the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)

Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills

Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Refer to the department specific Research Addendum for additional
KSA information

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity
Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and
respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and
in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy,
and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or
discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex
(including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions
related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender
expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic
information, disability, or veteran or military status by any
member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a
University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a
hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information or to file a complaint under the
provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for
employment or admission or other third parties should contact the
Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225,
eeo@kennesaw.edu, or by making a report at the following website:

https://diversity-kennesaw-advocategme.symplicity.com/public_report/index.php/pid734945?.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position does not have any financial responsibilities.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is not considered a position of trust.

This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).

This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced +

Education

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