# Research Assistant - Human Robot Interaction > Wealth Recruitment, LLC · Cambridge, United States · Contract · Posted 2026-11-07 **Salary:** USD 99,840–114,400 **Workplace:** on_site **Department:** HireArt ## Description **Help Shape the Future of Human-Robot Collaboration!** Are you passionate about robotics, human behavior, and emerging technology? Do you enjoy hands-on research, solving technical challenges, and understanding how people interact with intelligent systems? We are seeking a **Research Assistant** to join an innovative **Human Aware Interaction Learning (HAIL)** team focused on advancing how humans and robots interact in real-world environments. This exciting opportunity combines **human-subject research, hands-on robotics, experimental design, and data analysis**. You'll work directly with research participants and robotic systems, including mobile robots, robotic arms, and four-legged robots, to help develop safer, smarter, and more intuitive human-robot interactions. If you thrive in a collaborative research environment and enjoy a mix of technical problem-solving, participant interaction, and analytical work, we'd love to hear from you! ## What You'll Do **Lead and Support Human-Robot Research Studies** - Assist in designing, preparing, and executing in-person human-robot interaction experiments. - Conduct user studies in office, laboratory, and field environments. - Coordinate study schedules, participant recruitment, research materials, and daily logistics. - Develop research protocols, questionnaires, interviews, and experimental materials. - Create research stimuli, including videos, animations, and physical mockups. **Work Hands-On with Robotics & Technology** - Set up and operate robotic systems during live research studies. - Support experiments involving mobile robots, robotic arms, and other robotic platforms. - Troubleshoot technical issues independently to keep experiments running smoothly. - Adapt quickly to unexpected challenges in dynamic research environments. **Engage with Research Participants** - Guide participants through experiments, surveys, and interviews. - Create a welcoming, comfortable, and professional research experience. - Communicate clearly with participants from diverse backgrounds, including older adults. - Ensure research protocols are followed while maintaining accurate study documentation. **Analyze Data & Deliver Insights** - Collect, organize, and analyze quantitative research data using **Python, R, SPSS, or similar tools**. - Identify patterns, interpret findings, and help translate research results into actionable insights. - Support qualitative data coding and categorization. - Conduct literature reviews and contribute to research reports. - Maintain organized research records, datasets, and study documentation. ## Requirements ## What We're Looking For **Required Qualifications** - Bachelor's or Master's degree in **Human Factors, Human-Robot Interaction, Cognitive Science, Psychology, Robotics**, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience. - **Hands-on experience participating in or conducting at least one in-person human-subject research study**, including academic research, an honors thesis, a master's thesis, or professional research. - Experience collecting, managing, or analyzing quantitative research data. - Proficiency with Python or experience using another analytical programming language, such as R or SPSS, with a willingness to learn Python. - Experience working in an academic research or laboratory environment. - Strong interpersonal, communication, and participant-facing skills. - Ability to troubleshoot technical equipment or systems independently during live experiments. - Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple research activities. ## What Will Make You Stand Out - Previous experience working with **robotic systems, mobile robots, robotic arms, quadruped robots, or autonomous platforms**. - Experience conducting human-robot interaction or human factors research. - Familiarity with survey design, experimental randomization, and survey logic. - Experience analyzing qualitative research data, including coding and identifying themes. - Strong Python skills for statistical analysis and research reporting. - Experience supporting research involving older adult participants. - A friendly, empathetic, patient, and adaptable approach to working with people. - Confidence troubleshooting technical challenges in real time. ## Benefits ## Why This Opportunity Is Exciting - **Work with emerging robotics technology:** Gain hands-on exposure to advanced robotic platforms and human-centered research. - **Make a real impact:** Help shape how people and intelligent robotic systems interact. - **Expand your research expertise:** Build valuable experience in experimental design, participant studies, robotics operations, and data analysis. - **Enjoy variety in your work:** Split your time between hands-on experiments, participant interaction, technical troubleshooting, and research analysis. - **Collaborate with innovative researchers:** Contribute to meaningful research at the intersection of robotics, psychology, and human behavior. **Pay Rate: $48 - $55 per hour** **Location: 100% Onsite, Cambridge, MA** **12-month contract with option to renew** ## Ready to Help Shape the Future of Robotics? Whether your background is in **human factors, psychology, cognitive science, robotics, or academic research**, this is an opportunity to apply your skills to cutting-edge human-robot interaction studies. **If you have hands-on human-subject research experience, enjoy working with people, and are excited about robotics, we encourage you to apply!** ## Apply [Apply at Wealth Recruitment, LLC](https://apply.workable.com/wealth-recruitment-llc/j/D440012588/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)