Apple · 1 day ago
Human-Centered AI Researcher
Cupertino, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$181K/yr - $318K/yr
10+ years expApple is seeking a Human-Centered AI Researcher to join their interdisciplinary team of design researchers. The role involves designing and conducting generative and evaluative research, collaborating with various teams to prototype AI-driven interfaces, and translating insights into actionable recommendations for product development.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Design and conduct generative and evaluative research across hardware and software experiences, particularly leveraging AI technologies
Assess and shape AI system behaviors through human-centered evaluation frameworks
Collaborate with design, engineering, and our own research team to prototype and iterate on AI-driven interfaces and emerging interaction paradigms
Design and analyze surveys and mixed-methods studies; apply expertise in experimental design, psychometrics, and statistics
Make sense of AI behavior through research and translate these insights into actionable recommendations for partner teams
Create new measures and metrics that illuminate how people engage with AI, such as trust calibration and cognitive offloading
Contribute to responsible AI design: safety, fairness, explainability, inclusion, and transparency
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in both quantitative and qualitative research methods and subsequent analysis
Ability to graphically visualize concepts, conclusions and insights
Experience in a variety of technical human data capture methodologies
Experience building digital products that leverage advanced technologies (such as AI / ML) across varied engagement surfaces including web, mobile, and conversational experiences
BS/BA in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive/ Experimental Psychology, Anthropology or similarly relevant field (Master's/Doctorate preferred)
In lieu of professional degrees 10+ years experience in relevant fields
Preferred
Advanced degree in behavioral science, social science, HCI, or cognitive science (PhD preferred)
Expert in mixed methods research, with ability to triangulate qual and quant data
Deep quantitative expertise: large-scale survey design, experimental design, psychometrics, statistics
Hands-on experience working with or evaluating AI systems, models, and interfaces
Programming skills and emerging experience with AI-powered prototyping for research-through-design
Skilled at time series analysis, working with temporal data to identify patterns, trends, and insights over time and sequences of events
Strong storytelling and visualization skills for communicating findings
Ability to work across disciplines and time horizons, from early-stage visioning to productization
Familiarity with spatial computing, wearable devices, or health data is a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
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10001+ employees
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