Scientist - Human Computer Interaction (UX/HCI/HMI)

Innovative Embedded Systems Pvt. Ltd. (SIIC IIT Kanpur).; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Tuition reimbursement

Monthly gym allowance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A research organization is seeking a passionate senior level researcher with extensive experience in Human-Systems Integration and Human-Computer Interaction to develop innovative tools that aid users within challenging work environments. The position requires strong qualifications, including a PhD or Master’s degree, a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, and the ability to lead various research efforts. The role is based in Cambridge, MA, offering a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $170,000 and a rich benefits package, including comprehensive health insurance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience analyzing work environments and user interfaces.
• Proven record of leading research and development contracts.
• Strong written and verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a research agenda in Human-Systems Integration.
• Study and understand diverse customer needs in complex systems.
• Coordinate work of researchers and engineers in design processes.

Skills

Human-Computer Interaction

Human-Systems Integration

Cognitive Systems Engineering

Proposal Writing

Customer Interaction

Presentation Skills

Education

PhD or Master's degree in related field

Job description

Charles River Analytics has an exciting opportunity for a passionate senior level researcher with experience in Human-Systems Integration, Human Factors, or Human-Computer Interaction to develop new tools and interfaces that help users partner with technology in challenging work environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a research agenda in areas of Human-Systems Integration and Human-Autonomy Teaming
• Study, model, and understand diverse customer needs in complex systems
• Develop work‑support solutions that build on principles of human perception, cognition, and decision making
• Coordinate and oversee the work of other researchers, designers, and software engineers to implement and evaluate solution concepts as part of a user‑centered design process
• Build and maintain relationships with customers and collaborators
• Lead and contribute to proposals, technical reports, and research publications
• Present work at briefings and conferences

Areas to be Explored

• Human‑AI Teaming, Decision‑Support Systems
• Command and Control, Mission Planning, Supervisory Control, Predictive Health and Maintenance, Cyber Operations, Intelligence Operations

Qualifications

• PhD or Master's degree in Human Factors, Cognitive Systems Engineering, Interaction Design, or Cognitive Science (or a related field)
• Proven record of capturing and leading research and development contracts or grants as a Principal Investigator, Technical Lead, or Chief Engineer, or Program Manager
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience analyzing work environments and conceiving, demonstrating, and evaluating user interface
• Strong written and verbal skills and prior experience in proposal writing, customer interaction, and presentation at technical conferences; proven business development experience with DoD pursuits preferred
• U.S. citizenship
• Ability to be onsite at least 3 days per week (60% onsite / 40% remote) in Cambridge, MA

Ideal Candidate

• 10+ years of relevant experience in HCI, HSI, or similar
• Domain experience in areas related to autonomous systems, intelligence analysis, or tactical aviation
• Experience as a PI or PM capturing and leading applied R&D programs through DARPA, AFRL, ONR, ARL, IARPA or other related government organizations
• Military Service or DoD work experience
• Technical or peer‑reviewed publications in any of the above fields
• Strong design aesthetic and functional reasoning skills with superior attention to detail
• Knowledge and experience with state‑of‑the‑art machine learning algorithms and autonomy systems

Salary Range

$120,000 - $170,000. The above salary range is an estimate based on the internal job level(s) for which this role is being considered. The final salary will be decided after careful evaluation of the individual's work experience, education, and overall qualifications. This range does not include the substantial total rewards, as listed below, that you will also be eligible for as an employee at Charles River Analytics.

Benefits

Competitive compensation plus bonus and retirement contribution, with an attractive benefits package including 100% employer‑paid medical and dental insurance, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid maternity/paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, monthly gym allowance, free parking, generous paid time off, and a casual environment.