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Apple User Research Scientist Human-Centered AI United States, Washington, Seattle 391337873
08.06.2025
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The Human-Centered AI Research team is looking for a User Research Scientist to join us. In this role, you will develop new evaluation methodologies and carry out user research that powers the development and validation of generative AI systems. You will collaborate with engineers, product managers, designers, and others, using innovative research to represent the voice and experience of Apple users. You will drive innovation by identifying new opportunities to do research that achieves impact. And you will do this as part of a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and scientific rigor.
RESEARCH STRATEGY AND PLANNING- We offer the opportunity to critically evaluate existing data, product designs, and prior research to identify strategic research gaps and opportunities.METHODOLOGY AND RESEARCH EXECUTION- Design and execute rigorous empirical studies using diverse methods (e.g., surveys, longitudinal designs, ecological momentary assessments, analysis of large-scale behavioral data) to investigate user experience with AI.- Innovate, develop, and validate novel methodologies for human-centered evaluation of generative AI models and systems.- Apply rigorous measurement principles and powerful statistical methods to ensure the validity and reliability of your findings.- Disseminate innovations and findings both internally and externally through workshops, presentations, and publications.- Mentor junior researchers and support the growth of the research organization.INNOVATION AND EXPERTISE- You will tackle ambiguous and sophisticated research challenges related to AI evaluation and user interaction, developing innovative and scientifically grounded solutions with potential impact across Apple and the industry.- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of academic research in relevant fields (HCI, behavioral science, AI/ML evaluation) and see opportunities to apply innovative ways.
- PhD in a behavioral or social science field, human-computer interaction, statistics, engineering, computer science, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in industry or a comparable applied research setting
- Strong background in conducting rigorous behavioral research
- Experience in one or more programming languages used for data processing and statistics (e.g., Python, R, SQL, etc.)
- Ability to communicate complex research findings clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences (technical and non-technical).
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Organized, highly attentive to detail, and manages time well
- 7+ years of experience in industry or a comparable applied research setting
- Prior research experience in human-centered evaluation or development of artificial intelligence or machine learning systems
- Data science experience, especially with large, distributed data frameworks (e.g., Spark, Hadoop, etc.)
- Record of publishing rigorous, high-quality research on topics in behavioral science, artificial intelligence, or related areas
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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