School of Interactive Computing (IC) The School of Interactive Computing (https://ic.gatech.edu/), part of Georgia Tech's renowned College of Computing, is at the forefront of research areas intersecting computing with the real world. Our collaborative environment includes connections with leading centers such as the GVU Center, the Institute for People and Technology, and more.

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Position Overview: Research Scientist We are excited to invite applications for a Research Scientist position. Ideal candidates should have research interests in areas relevant to IC, such as Artificial Intelligence, Human-Computer Interaction, Machine Learning, Cognitive & Learning Sciences, Health, or other related fields. We value candidates who are ready to contribute to our mission of advancing technology and improving the human condition.

Key Responsibilities - Conducting high-level research in collaboration with faculty and other researchers. - Engaging in interdisciplinary projects and contributing innovative ideas. - Publishing and presenting research findings in prestigious journals and conferences. - Assisting in mentoring graduate and undergraduate students. - Support in preparation and execution of research grants.

Required Qualifications - A graduate degree or work experience in Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field. - Demonstrated research excellence in relevant areas. - Strong commitment to contributing to a diverse academic environment. - Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Georgia Tech’s mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:  1. Students are our top priority.  2. We strive for excellence.  3. We thrive on diversity.  4. We celebrate collaboration.  5. We champion innovation.  6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.  7. We nurture the well-being of our community.  8. We act ethically.  9. We are responsible stewards. 

Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.  The School of Interactive Computing (IC) is a part of the Georgia Institute of Technology located in Atlanta, Georgia. It is one of five schools within the College of Computing, which is ranked among the top ten Computer Science departments in the nation. The School includes 48 full-time tenure-track Faculty, 7 Faculty with joint appointments, and 132 PhD students. We work in a wide range of research areas relating to the interface of computing to the world. The School is affiliated with the GVU Center, the Institute for Robotics and Intelligent Machines, the Institute for Information Security and Privacy, the Institute for People and Technology, and the Machine Learning Center.

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