The Eindhoven University of Technology is looking to harness the power of artificial intelligence and human-centered design to create meaningful, inclusive technologies for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Requirements
- A master’s degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Industrial Design, AI, Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field
- Strong programming skills (e.g., Python), including experience with large language models
- An interest in inclusive design, accessibility, or child-AI interaction
- An affinity for working with children with special needs (ASD, ARFID)
- Experience with robotics platforms (such as NAO, QT, or ROS)
- A background in psychology, education, or interaction design
- Familiarity with multimodal interaction (gesture, gaze, speech)
Responsibilities
- Developing and refining co-design methodologies for inclusive human-AI interaction
- Designing and conducting user studies with children, families, and professionals
- Creating and evaluating human-robot interaction concepts (e.g., sensory adaptive, child-led, reciprocal AI)
- Developing LLM-driven dialogue systems integrated into robotic and/or digital platforms
- Prototyping and testing multimodal interfaces for inclusive co-creation
- Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of researchers and practitioners
- Publishing research outcomes in top-tier venues such as CHI, CSCW, TOCHI, HRI, and IJHCS
Other
- A cover letter describing your motivation and qualifications for the position
- A curriculum vitae, including education history, relevant courses (with grades), research experience, a list of publications (if available), and contact details for three references
- Excellent communication skills in English (both spoken and written)
- The ability to work independently and as part of interdisciplinary teams
- A minimum of 10% of your time on teaching tasks, with a maximum of 15% per year
