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Microsoft Africa Nairobi Residency Programme - Human Computer Interaction Researcher 
Kenya, Nairobi County, Nairobi 
757884984

17.09.2024
Qualifications
  • PhD degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Behavioral science (sociology, anthropology, psychology, cognitive science) field with a focus on Human Computer Interaction
  • Proven research record including publications in top computer science and HCI venues, such as CHI
  • At least 3 years experience (this can be during PhD study) in qualitative HCI research and HCI methodologies including ethnography, interviews, user studies, wizard of Oz etc.
  • Ability to design and execute on a research agenda
  • Excellent critical thinking and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multi-discipline environment

Other Requirements:

  • Please include a 1-page statement of why you are a good fit for this post with your CV.
Responsibilities

• Plan and execute qualitative field work (including ethnography and interviews)
• Come up with design implications and recommendations
• Conduct remote and in-person usability testing of prototypes and document the findings
• Work as part of a deeply integrated multi-disciplinary team
• Communicate research findings through reports, publications, presentations, and engagements with the academic and research communities including peer reviews and patents
• Collaborate with research, engineering, and other stakeholders to inform product development.
• Contribute to cutting edge research on Generative AI in Africa