Research Assistant

Job description

HireArt is assisting Toyota Research Institute in hiring a Research Assistant to support the execution and analysis of human-centered research studies.

We are looking for someone with experience managing and analyzing quantitative data using Python or similar. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Human Factors, Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Science, Psychology, or a similar field emphasizing human performance and behavior.

As a Research Assistant, you will:

Assist with user testing preparation activities (e.g., coordinating with recruiters; writing study protocols).

Conduct user studies, collect data, and take notes, both in the office and in the field.

Assist with the physical, hands-on tasks involved in running studies, such as driving simulator operation, prototype transportation, etc.

Administer questionnaires, surveys, and interviews.

Analyze and interpret user study data a...