Research Engineer II-LT

Job Title: Research Engineer II-LT Location: Atlanta, Georgia Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 300310 Position Summary The H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISyE) at the Georgia Institute of Technology seeks a highly motivated and creative Research Engineer to support and advance research in Extended Reality (XR). The Research Engineer is expected to exercise substantial intellectual leadership and be eager to play a key role in building a vibrant, externally funded research ecosystem at the intersection of engineering, XR, and human-centered systems. The Research Engineer will work closely with the Director of the Symbiotic and Augmented Intelligence Laboratory (SAIL), as well as collaborators across Georgia Tech, to lead and support research initiatives, mentor students, and actively pursue external funding. Primary Responsibilities Lead and contribute to research projects focused on XR, human machine/AI/robot collaboration and related human-centered engineering use cases. Produce high-quality scholarly outputs, including peer-reviewed journal articles, conference papers, technical reports, and public-facing demonstrations. Lead XR-based experimental studies, system development efforts, and validation activities in both laboratory and real-world settings. Mentor graduate and undergraduate students, including supervision of XR-related research projects and thesis/dissertation work when appropriate. Initiate new research directions and partnerships that expand SAIL's research portfolio. Required Qualifications A Master's degree & 3 years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of degree A Master's degree & 5 years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of a Bachelor's degree, or Doctoral degree Preferred Qualifications PhD in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Human Computer Interaction, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a closely related field. Demonstrated experience conducting independent and collaborative research in XR, HCI, or human-centered engineering systems. Strong track record or clear potential for securing external research funding. Experience publishing in peer-reviewed journals and top-tier conferences. Technical expertise in XR systems, experimental design, and data analysis. Ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary research environments. Experience managing or co‑leading shared research facilities or labs. Prior industry, government, or applied research experience. Experience mentoring graduate and undergraduate researchers. Familiarity with safety, ethics, and compliance considerations in human-subjects research. Required Documents to Attach An academic cover letter A current curriculum vitae The names and contact information for at least three references. (References will only be contacted for candidates invited to a second‑round interview.) Contact Information For questions related to the job post, please contact Mohsen Moghaddam. Equal Employment Opportunity The Georgia Institute of Technology is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and educational activities. Background Check Successful candidates must be able to pass a background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia Institute of Technology