The Research Assistant supports senior researchers in designing kinetic art and futuristic interactive systemsfor architectural and robotic applications. Responsibilities include data collection, analysis, conceptual design, literature review, proposal development, and integrating avant-gardeand futuristic design/artprinciples. The role also involves exploring interactive systems, conducting surveys, writing papers, and presenting findings. This is a unique opportunity for visionary designersand artiststo merge artistic innovation with technology, redefining interactions between digital and physical environments.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Pushes the boundaries of interactive systems by designing innovative robotic systems to focuses on developing scalable and adaptable solutions.
• Spearheads the development of innovative approaches to elevate interactive environments and human-space interactions. This role involves investigating emerging technologies and methodologies, designing and piloting novel interaction frameworks, and evaluating their effectiveness.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to create groundbreaking art-driven architectural interactive and intellgent solutions.
• Communicates research findings effectively by documenting them in high-quality publications and delivering compelling presentations.
• Leads research endeavors in the integration of interactive systems, delving into innovative applications and advancements at the cutting edge of the field.
• Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to design, prototype, and analyze innovative systems.
• Gathers and analyzes data using various techniques, employing strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Maintains meticulous research records and ensures data accuracy.
• Prepares research materials, including reports, presentations, and grant proposals.
• Assists with writing research papers, including research design and methodology, literature review, data collection, conducting surveys and experiments, analysis, and evaluations.
• Assists in the advancement of pioneering design methodologies and digital technologies to enhance the efficiency of fabrication processes.
• Performs all other duties in a professional, effective, and confidential manner.
• Performs all other related duties as required or assigned by the manager.

Qualification or Competencies

• Master's degree in Architecture, Art, Product Design, Industrial Design, Interactive Architecture, Interactive Design, Interactive Art, Architectural Robotics, Robotics or related field from an accredited institute, along with a minimum of two years’ experience in research or related fields, with two to three published journal articles.