PostDoc Associate – Hybrid Body: The Hybrid Body Lab at Cornell University is hiring a Postdoctoral Associate for cutting-edge research in on-skin interfaces, electronic textiles, and digital fabrication. The role involves working closely with Prof. Dr. Cindy-Hsin-Liu Kao, the lab’s director. The fully funded position is for one year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year. The lab specializes in Hybrid Skins, conformable interfaces, with a strong research focus presented at top-tier ACM computer science venues in Human Computer Interaction (HCI) and Wearable Computing.
Post Doc Associate – Hybrid Body Lab, Cornell University
Designation: Postdoctoral Associate
Research Area: On-Skin Interfaces, Electronic Textiles, Digital Fabrication
Location: Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Science, Mechanical Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction, Textile Engineering, Fiber Science and Apparel Design, or related field.
- Hands-on implementation skills; specify in the cover letter.
- For Topic A: Prior experience with manual and/or digital machine knitting (Specify in cover letter).
- Strong track record of publications in HCI, functional textiles, material science, soft robotics, or wearable computing.
- Team player with excellent communication skills, willing to collaborate across disciplines.
- Independent, creative, and motivated to conduct research in HCI and Wearable Computing.
- (Preferred) Design-related interest or experience.
Job Description:
- Hands-on design, prototyping, and evaluation of new user interfaces and fabrication techniques.
- Publishing research results in top conferences in HCI and Wearable Computing.
- Leading ongoing projects and spearheading new ones based on expertise.
- Contributing to proposals for external funding applications.
- Supervising graduate and undergraduate students.
- Supporting undergraduate and graduate teaching related to the lab.
How to Apply: Applications accepted on a rolling basis. Immediate slot to fill for August 2024; applications before April 1, 2024, are encouraged. Interested applicants must submit documents via Academic Jobs Online:
- Cover letter (2-page max) detailing topic area, envisioned work, fit for the position, relevant skills.
- Research Statement.
- PDFs of three representative publications.
- Statement on approaches to working with a diverse community.
- CV (detailed, including full publication list).
- Transcript of graduate work (unofficial is acceptable).
- Three or more reference letters (including one from your PhD advisor).
Pay Range: $56,484.00 – $80,000.00
Last Date for Apply: Rolling basis; applications before April 1, 2024, encouraged.
For more information or assistance, contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email mycareer@cornell.edu. If you require accommodation, contact Cornell University’s Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX at equity@cornell.edu.
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