Human-Robot Interaction Research Assistant (Onsite)

HireArt, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Flexible Spending Account

Disability and life insurance

401k

Job summary

Toyota Research Institute (TRI) is seeking a Research Assistant to support execution and analysis of human-robot interaction studies, focusing on human behavior and improving interactions between people and robotic systems. You will conduct in-person studies in office and field environments, collect data, and collaborate with researchers to generate actionable insights.

The role requires a strong academic research background, hands-on experience with in-person studies, and the ability to analyze

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in human factors, human‑robot interaction, cognitive science, psychology, robotics, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Hands‑on experience conducting and facilitating in-person user studies with human participants.
• Experience working in an academic research lab.
• Experience managing and analyzing quantitative data using Python or similar tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including empathy, patience, and professionalism when working with diverse participants, particularly older adults.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or collaboratively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with constructive feedback capabilities.
• Time management and prioritization; proactive in contributing to research objectives.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate user studies, including working with recruiters, developing study protocols, and organizing research materials.
• Conduct in-person user studies in office and field environments, including participant interactions, data collection, and detailed note‑taking.
• Support hands‑on research activities, including human‑robot interaction studies, robot operation, and study setup.
• Administer questionnaires, surveys, and interviews to collect participant feedback and research data.
• Analyze and interpret study data to identify insights, develop recommendations, and prepare research reports.
• Conduct literature reviews and competitive analyses to support research objectives.
• Organize, maintain, and archive participant information, study data, and research documentation.

Skills

Hands-on studies

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in relevant field

Tools

Python

Job description

Toyota Research Institute (TRI) is seeking a Research Assistant to support execution and analysis of human-robot interaction studies, focusing on human behavior and improving interactions between people and robotic systems. You will conduct in-person studies in office and field environments, collect data, and collaborate with researchers to generate actionable insights.

The role requires a strong academic research background, hands-on experience with in-person studies, and the ability to analyze