Weber State University

As a University of Applied Learning, the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) works closely with industry in its research pursuits. This position is situated within the Centre for Immersification, dedicated to applied research in immersive technologies and bridging the gap between academia and industry. Research staff at the Centre have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets relevant to industry demands while working on innovative projects within the university. The research team is seeking a Research Fellow or Research Engineer with strong expertise in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and social science methodologies to lead the user research and policy development, as part of an interdisciplinary team investigating harmful user-generated content in virtual worlds as part of a national research initiative on Online Trust and Safety. The primary responsibility of this role is to develop safety guidelines such as content moderation principles for user generated content, and recommendations for pre-screening, real-time monitoring and reporting, and design experiments and interventions to investigate the effect of guidelines. The successful candidate will work with a diverse team of faculty members, engineers, and industry partners, including renown researchers at the College of Computing and Data Science (CCDS) at NTU. Technical skills, natural curiosity, versatility, and enthusiasm are highly desired traits that will enable success in this fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Manage the research project together with Principal Investigator (PI), Co-PI and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met. Design and execute surveys and interviews to collect data (including participant recruitment) to address the relevant research questions. Perform statistical analysis on survey/experimental data, and conduct thematic analysis on interview transcripts and open-ended survey responses. To lead and report research findings in a form of high-quality publications and present in international peer-reviewed conferences and journals. Design scenario-based experiments to test user responses to new reporting mechanisms Draft comprehensive security guidelines and reporting frameworks for virtual world users, regulators, and platform providers Validate these guidelines through consultations with expert panels and representative user groups to ensure cross-cultural relevance and clarity Carry out Risk Assessment, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations. Coordinate procurement and liaison with vendors/suppliers. Work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment. Job Requirements Have relevant competence in the areas of cybersecurity, human-computer interaction, communication, or psychology. Masters or Ph.D. in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Computer Science, Cyber Security, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Information Technology will be advantageous. Strong interest and passion in cybersecurity. Expert proficiency in mixed-methods research (Qualitative & Quantitative), experience with systematic literature reviews, survey design, semi-structured interviews, and experimental study design is required. Familiarity with statistical analysis software (such as SPSS, SAS, or R) and qualitative analysis packages Demonstrated abilities in managing research projects on the ground end-to-end, from defining research questions to publishing results. Able to grasp new technology concepts quickly, and combine contrarian, out-of-the-box thinking when performing security assessments. Experience with public policy-related research will be a plus factor, as well as experience in research with adolescents. Key Competencies Able to build and maintain strong working relationships with people within and external to the university. Self-directed learner who believes in continuous learning and development Proficient in technical writing and presentation  Possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills Show strong initiative and take ownership of work

Postdoctoral Researcher (PostDoc) in Coastal Design, Blue Economy Innovation, Luxury Tourism & Yachting Development Position Overview The Sustainable Real Estate Innovation Lab (SuRE In Lab) at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (Morocco) is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher with strong expertise in design-driven approaches to coastal development, sustainable tourism, and the yachting sector. The position aims to reinforce the laboratory’s interdisciplinary team and contribute to the refinement of the ongoing project “Sustainable Tourism Development: Blueprint for a Green Luxury Yacht Cluster in the Tétouan Region.” The selected candidate will focus on design, spatial thinking, and applied project development, supporting innovative visions for marine-related real estate, nautical infrastructures, luxury tourism concepts, and coastal territorial transformation. This PostDoc will integrate architectural, spatial, and service-design methodologies into blue economy and yachting development strategies, ensuring both pragmatic feasibility and visionary sustainability. Key Responsibilities Under the direct leadership of the Director of SuRE In Lab the candidate will develop the design-oriented components of the project, including: a. Concept Design for Coastal and Nautical Environments Develop spatial concepts, design scenarios, and architectural visions for coastal areas, marinas, and yacht-cluster infrastructures. Produce design frameworks integrating: Green marina models Eco-resorts and luxury tourism facilities Coastal public-space networks Biodiversity-conscious infrastructures Explore adaptive and resilient coastal design strategies in response to climate, environmental, and socio-economic pressures. b. Design of Services, Experiences & User Journeys Conceive innovative tourism and yachting service models, integrating: Luxury sustainable tourism facilities (land side and sea side) Community-inclusive coastal experiences Smart marina services and digital interfaces Mobility and accessibility systems for coastal visitors and yacht clients Map and re-design user journeys for tourists, yacht owners, crews, and local communities. c. Architectural & Spatial Integration of the Yachting Industry Develop spatial models and layout concepts for: Shipbuilding and repair facilities Marina technical zones Yachting logistics hubs Waterfront regeneration areas Propose sustainable materials, low-impact construction solutions, and ecological design guidelines. d. Systems Integration & Territorial Visioning Produce territorial design visions aligning: Blue economy strategies Coastal real-estate development Tourism infrastructure Maritime cultural and heritage enhancement Support the creation of the Green Luxury Yacht Cluster design blueprint with spatial, infrastructural, and operational clarity. 2. Applied Design Research & Innovation Develop design-driven research outputs, including vision books, masterplans, spatial analyses, and conceptual diagrams. Integrate interdisciplinary methods combining architecture, landscape design, service design, and coastal planning. Contribute creative insights into SuRE In Lab’s portfolio on sustainable and regenerative real-estate innovation. 3. Project Development, Prototyping & Visualization Create high-quality visual materials: Concept drawings, maps, 3D models, renderings, and infographics. Support prototyping of innovative marina or coastal solutions (physical or digital). Collaborate with engineers, tourism experts, and environmental scientists to ensure feasibility. 4. Dissemination & Capacity Building Present design and research outputs through exhibitions, visual reports, and conferences. Support teaching or mentoring related to: Sustainable coastal design Architectural innovation in blue economy contexts Responsible tourism development Produce visual guidelines, toolkits, and manuals. Required Qualifications   PhD in Architecture, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Industrial/Product Design, Service Design, Spatial Planning, or related fields. Demonstrated experience in coastal, maritime, or waterfront design (professional or academic). Strong design and visualization skills (manual or digital). Experience working in interdisciplinary settings (tourism, environmental sciences, maritime sectors). Excellent portfolio showcasing spatial creativity, technical rigor, and sustainability-oriented design. Strong written and visual communication skills. Fluency in English and French. Italian is an asset. Desired Additional Skills Proficiency with 3D modeling (Rhino, Revit, SketchUp, etc.) and rendering tools. Experience with GIS, coastal modelling, or environmental design tools. Knowledge of marina design, yacht-related infrastructures, or shipyard spatial planning. Familiarity with ecological design, climate adaptation strategies, or regenerative coastal landscapes. Ability to develop masterplans, design guidelines, or spatial strategies at multiple scales.

As a University of Applied Learning, the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) works closely with industry in its research pursuits. This position is situated within the Centre for Immersification, dedicated to applied research in immersive technologies and bridging the gap between academia and industry. Research staff at the Centre have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets relevant to industry demands while working on innovative projects within the university. The primary responsibility of this role is to contribute to the design, development, and deployment of an advanced content moderation framework for immersive 3D virtual environments, such as Roblox and Minecraft. The research staff will play a key role in building and integrating of AI agents into gaming scenarios (e.g., gameplay, interactions, procedural content generation, dynamic narratives), and integrating a multimodal detection pipeline, ensuring real-time performance, scalability, and deployment readiness in alignment with the project’s research objectives. The successful candidate will work with a diverse team of faculty members, engineers, and industry partners, including renowned researchers at the College of Computing and Data Science (CCDS) at NTU. Technical skills, natural curiosity, versatility, and enthusiasm are highly desired traits that will enable success in this fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Manage the research project together with Principal Investigator (PI), Co-PI and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met. Collaborate with the PI, Co-PIs and NTU team to design and develop a robust and scalable software system for autonomous agents navigating immersive 3D virtual environments (e.g., Roblox, Minecraft). Design and develop robust and scalable game agents to navigate and interact with immersive 3D virtual environments (e.g., Roblox, Minecraft). Integrate AI agents into gaming scenarios (e.g., gameplay, interactions, procedural content generation, dynamic narratives) Leverage fine-tuned Vision-Language Models (VLMs) for game scenario detection, supporting zero-shot reasoning and scene-graph inference. Ensure the system is deployment-ready by supporting benchmarking of inference speed, compute efficiency, and scalability with concurrent agents. Maintain high software engineering standards through rigorous testing, version control, clear documentation, and continuous improvement of development infrastructure (e.g., CI/CD, Docker, cloud-based services). Carry out Risk Assessment, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations. Coordinate procurement and liaison with vendors/suppliers. Work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment. Job Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or a related field. Strong programming proficiency in Python and/or C++. Demonstrable experience with machine learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow). Hands-on experience with game AI agents and/or GUI agents such as Mineflayer, Unity ML-Agents, or similar. Solid expertise in computer vision techniques, transformer architectures, and multi-modal learning. Familiarity with reinforcement learning (RL) principles, curriculum learning strategies, and the challenges of real-time systems. Working knowledge of distributed systems and container technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Communicate research findings and project progress effectively through demos, internal presentations, and contributions to external academic forums where appropriate. A genuine passion for developing AI agents for games. Roblox or Minecraft players are a strong advantage. Key Competencies Strong software development and debugging skills. Demonstrable experience with machine learning frameworks. Proficient in technical writing and system documentation. Self-directed learner with strong problem-solving and research capability.