Postdoctoral Researcher: AI, XR, and Human-Centered Systems
Einbrain Lab · Texas A&M University
Build AI and XR systems that matter.
Bring rigorous research into real use. Work with Dr. Donggil Song and interdisciplinary collaborators to design, build, and evaluate interactive systems that address real human needs.
Einbrain Lab is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in AI, extended reality (XR), and human-AI collaboration within the Department of Engineering Technology & Industrial Distribution, College of Engineering, Texas A&M University.
At a glance
- Position
- Postdoctoral Researcher
- Institution
- Texas A&M University
- Research group
- Einbrain Lab · Dr. Donggil Song
- Initial appointment
- One-year contract (potential extension)
Research with human impact
Connect engineering depth with human benefit. The research portfolio will reflect active lab priorities and your expertise, with opportunities for technical and scholarly leadership across multiple projects.
AI & human-AI collaboration
Develop AI-enabled software, adaptive interactive systems, and tools that help people work and learn with AI.
XR & interactive computing
Create immersive environments and interfaces, integrating working systems and evaluating them in authentic use contexts.
Human-centered engineering
Translate research concepts into complete, usable systems through thoughtful design, implementation, testing, and empirical evaluation.
Get to know the lab through our projects, research, and team.
What you will do
- Lead and contribute to the design, development, integration, and evaluation of AI and XR systems.
- Translate research ideas into usable products, prototypes, and research tools.
- Develop research plans, conduct studies, analyze results, and communicate findings.
- Contribute to peer-reviewed manuscripts, conference presentations, proposals, and project reports.
- Collaborate with students, faculty, and external partners across lab projects.
- Strengthen the lab’s technical infrastructure and collaborative research culture.
Who we are looking for
We welcome candidates who have completed, or will soon complete, a Ph.D. in engineering, computer science, human-computer interaction, learning technologies, or a closely related field.
Strong candidates will bring:
- Research experience in AI, XR, interactive systems, human-AI interaction, or a related area.
- Evidence of building, deploying, or evaluating systems that serve real users.
- Sound engineering judgment and the ability to explain and validate technical decisions.
- A record of scholarly communication through peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, or comparable research outputs.
- An interest in collaborating across engineering, design, and application domains.
Appointment & funding
The appointment begins with a one-year contract (potential extension). An extension may be considered based on performance and available funding. The researcher will work under the supervision of Dr. Donggil Song in Einbrain Lab, Department of Engineering Technology & Industrial Distribution, College of Engineering, Texas A&M University.
The position is supported through the lab’s broader portfolio of active research funding.
Anticipated start date: Spring 2027 (preferred) or Fall 2027.
Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Compensation, benefits, and work-authorization requirements will follow standard Texas A&M University College of Engineering postdoctoral appointment policies and procedures. Any appointment is subject to the applicable Texas A&M hiring process and required approvals.
Take the next step
Share your research with us
Email einbrain@tamu.edu with the subject Postdoctoral Researcher Inquiry and the following materials:
- Research interests. A brief statement describing your interests and how they connect with Einbrain Lab.
- Curriculum vitae. Include publications and relevant systems or projects.
- Representative work. Links to research papers, products, code, demos, or technical writing.
Where possible, describe a system you helped bring into real use and a technical or research decision you made. This helps us understand both your contribution and how you approach research.
Email is the initial contact for research-fit inquiries. The lab will provide guidance on the applicable university application process; an email inquiry does not replace any required formal application or constitute an employment offer.
Donggil Song, Ph.D.
Director, Einbrain Lab
Department of Engineering Technology & Industrial Distribution
College of Engineering · Texas A&M University