AI Education Research Specialist – Curriculum and Lab

UCI group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine's Digital Learning Lab seeks a full-time Assistant Specialist to support research on AI-assisted education. The role focuses on curriculum development, professional development, data management, and collaboration with instructors and researchers.

Starting January/February 2027 for one year, with potential extension depending on funding. Salary commensurate with educational background and experience. Open to diverse applicants at UC Irvine.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in an education-related field and research experience on AI-assisted and agentic coding for secondary students.
• Experience developing curricula and teaching resources.
• Ability to conduct data collection and analysis in education research.

Responsibilities

• Developing curriculum for AI-assisted and agentic coding.
• Conducting professional development on teaching AI-assisted coding.
• Assisting students with AI-assisted coding tasks.
• Developing instructional resources and managing data from participants.
• Mapping project timelines and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Assisting with publications, presentations, and administrative tasks.

Skills

Curriculum development

AI education research

Data collection & analysis

Professional development delivery

Education

Master's degree in education-related field

BA/BS or equivalent

4–6 years specialized research training/experience (or BA/BS + 3+ years)

Associate Specialist: 5–10 years experience

Specialist (Full): PhD or MD; 10+ years specialized expertise

Job description

UC Irvine's Digital Learning Lab seeks a full-time Assistant Specialist to support research on AI-assisted education. The role focuses on curriculum development, professional development, data management, and collaboration with instructors and researchers.

Starting January/February 2027 for one year, with potential extension depending on funding. Salary commensurate with educational background and experience. Open to diverse applicants at UC Irvine.