Research Engineer II-LT

Georgia Tech; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Tech is looking for a motivated Research Engineer to enhance research in Extended Reality (XR) at the H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering. This role involves leading research projects, mentoring students, and pursuing external funding, fostering a dynamic research ecosystem.

Ideal candidates should possess a Master's degree with relevant experience or a Doctoral degree, along with skills in XR, technical writing, and collaboration in interdisciplinary environments. The position offers an opportunity to impact the evolving field of XR research.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience or 5 years post-Bachelor's degree experience.
• PhD in relevant fields preferred.
• Experience in XR, HCI, or human-centered engineering systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead research projects in XR and human-centered engineering.
• Produce peer-reviewed publications and technical reports.
• Mentor students and supervise research projects.

Skills

Research in XR

Mentorship

Technical writing

Data analysis

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's degree

Doctoral degree

Tools

XR systems

Experimental design

Job description

Position Summary

The H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISyE) at the Georgia Institute of Technology seeks a highly motivated and creative Research Engineer to support and advance research in Extended Reality (XR). The Research Engineer is expected to exercise substantial intellectual leadership and play a key role in building a vibrant, externally funded research ecosystem at the intersection of engineering, XR, and human-centered systems. The Research Engineer will work closely with the Director of the Symbiotic and Augmented Intelligence Laboratory (SAIL) and collaborators across Georgia Tech to lead and support research initiatives, mentor students, and actively pursue external funding.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to research projects focused on XR, human machine/AI/robot collaboration and related human-centered engineering use cases.
• Produce high-quality scholarly outputs, including peer-reviewed journal articles, conference papers, technical reports, and public-facing demonstrations.
• Lead XR-based experimental studies, system development efforts, and validation activities in both laboratory and real-world settings.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students, including supervision of XR-related research projects and thesis/dissertation work when appropriate.
• Initiate new research directions and partnerships that expand SAIL's research portfolio.

Required Qualifications

• A Master's degree & 3 years of relevant full-time experience after completion of degree
• A Master's degree & 5 years of relevant full-time experience after completion of a Bachelor's degree, or
• Doctoral degree

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Human Computer Interaction, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience conducting independent and collaborative research in XR, HCI, or human-centered engineering systems.
• Strong track record or clear potential for securing external research funding.
• Experience publishing in peer-reviewed journals and top-tier conferences.
• Technical expertise in XR systems, experimental design, and data analysis.
• Ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary research environments.
• Experience managing or co-leading shared research facilities or labs.
• Prior industry, government, or applied research experience.
• Experience mentoring graduate and undergraduate researchers.
• Familiarity with safety, ethics, and compliance considerations in human-subjects research.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

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