Human-AI Interaction for Telerobotic Construction, Postdoctoral Research Fellow

MTSU Jobs•Murfreesboro, TN

1d•$50,000

About The Position

The School of Concrete and Construction Management at Middle Tennessee State University invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral research fellow position in Human-AI Interaction for telerobotic construction. This is a one-year temporary appointment with the possibility of renewal for an additional year. The start date may be as early as April 20, 2026. Primary responsibilities will include: 1) assisting with grant proposal development, 2) writing peer-reviewed journal papers, and 3) leading research projects, including developing AI-based systems, designing interfaces, conducting experiments, and analyzing experimental data. Our research group (PI: Dr. Jin Sol Lee) aims to augment human cognitive and physical capabilities to enhance decision-making, efficiency, and safety in remote construction environments. We welcome applicants from a variety of backgrounds who are willing to work with us to find solutions.

Requirements

A PhD in computer science, construction engineering, electrical engineering, human factors, psychology, kinesiology, or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.

Nice To Haves

Strong publication record.
Experience in construction robotics and automation, including AI, Human-Robot Interaction or robotic control.
Experience in technology/interface development (e.g., AI models, automations tools, or multimodal interfaces (visual, auditory, haptic, tactile)).
Experience in VR/AR development and human-subject experiments.
Strong analysis skills for behavioral or physiological data (e.g., eye-tracking, EEG, EMG, EDA).

Responsibilities

assisting with grant proposal development
writing peer-reviewed journal papers
leading research projects, including developing AI-based systems, designing interfaces, conducting experiments, and analyzing experimental data