Postdoc: VR/MR Learning & AI Researcher

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher for VR/MR-based experiential learning studies at the Digital Worlds Institute. The role focuses on workforce training and education, data collection in immersive environments, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The candidate will advance AI-driven VR/MR applications, publish findings in top venues, and contribute to project reports. A PhD in a related field is required, with a strong emphasis on equity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Human–Computer Interaction, Educational Technology, or closely related field.
• Evidence of promoting access, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate VR/MR-based experiential learning studies for workforce training and education.
• Collect, process, and analyze multimodal data (eye-tracking, interaction logs) in VR environments.
• Apply machine learning to develop VR/MR workforce-training applications for assembly/manufacturing tasks.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary faculty across HCI, Educational Technology, and Electrical Engineering.
• Disseminate findings through peer-reviewed publications and conferences in HCI and Educational Technology.
• Contribute to technical and progress reports for funding agencies.

Skills

Artificial Intelligence

Research skills

VR/MR experience

Education

Doctoral degree in Computer Science / HCI / Educational Technology

Tools

VR/MR

Teleoperation

Semiconductor manufacturing & assembly

Job description

The University of Florida is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher for VR/MR-based experiential learning studies at the Digital Worlds Institute. The role focuses on workforce training and education, data collection in immersive environments, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The candidate will advance AI-driven VR/MR applications, publish findings in top venues, and contribute to project reports. A PhD in a related field is required, with a strong emphasis on equity and inclusion.