Postdoc: Learning Tech & Augmented Reality for Education

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in the HCI Institute to work on innovative educational technology projects. The successful candidate will collaborate on a project utilizing intelligent tutoring systems and Generative AI to enhance K-12 education.

The postdoc will engage in both applied research and tool development, addressing challenges teachers face in blended classrooms, and contribute to a deeper understanding of AI in educational contexts.

Minimum qualifications include a PhD in a relevant field, with preferred experience in K-12 research and AR/VR applications.

Qualifications

• PhD in learning technologies, human-computer interaction, educational data science, or a related field.
• Experience with K-12 classroom research.
• Experience designing, developing, and evaluating AR/VR applications.

Responsibilities

• Work on educational technology research and development.
• Implement and evaluate intelligent tutoring systems in classrooms.
• Research how Generative AI can enhance educational technology authoring.

Skills

Experience in implementing educational technology

Conducting educational technology research

Strong publications record

Good communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

PhD in learning technologies or related field

Tools

AR/VR application development

Interactive web application development

AI application in education

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in the HCI Institute to work on innovative educational technology projects. The successful candidate will collaborate on a project utilizing intelligent tutoring systems and Generative AI to enhance K-12 education.

The postdoc will engage in both applied research and tool development, addressing challenges teachers face in blended classrooms, and contribute to a deeper understanding of AI in educational contexts.

Minimum qualifications include a PhD in a relevant field, with preferred experience in K-12 research and AR/VR applications.