Postdoctoral Associate in Human-Centered Machine Learning

This postdoctoral position at the Laboratory for Computer-Human Intelligence (CHI-lab) at New York University Abu Dhabi focuses on advancing machine learning (ML) at the intersection of artificial intelligence and human-computer interaction. The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research in human-centered AI, including novel ML algorithms, human-AI collaboration systems, and applications leveraging diverse signal modalities like vision, speech, and physiological data. The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, with opportunities to work on assistive robotics, neuro-prosthetics, and LLM/VLM applications across scientific and organizational domains. The lab seeks researchers with a strong publication record and expertise in deep learning, reinforcement learning, or human-centered AI to drive impactful, user-centric innovations.

• Develop novel machine learning algorithms tailored for human-centered applications, including healthcare, education, and assistive technologies.
• Design and implement AI systems that integrate multimodal data (e.g., vision, speech, physiological signals) to enhance human-AI collaboration.
• Conduct research on assistive and collaborative robotics, focusing on precision, adaptability, and user interaction in dynamic environments.
• Collaborate on interdisciplinary projects leveraging LLMs and VLMs for scientific discovery, hypothesis generation, or organizational workflow optimization.
• Conduct usability studies and design user-centric AI systems informed by human-computer interaction (HCI) principles.
• Publish research findings in top-tier conferences and journals, contributing to the lab’s reputation for innovative, impactful work.
• Mentor junior researchers or students and contribute to the lab’s collaborative and interdisciplinary research culture.