How do humans interact with each other? How about with robots? In this project, students will work on an ongoing research project in which a human and a robot interact with each other. We use Pepper by Softbank Robotics (see the pictures below). In addition to finding and recruiting participants, students will run the experiment themselves and take leading roles in transcribing and coding data. These tasks make use of interdisciplinary perspectives using theories from psychology and methods from computer science, communication studies, and other related fields. As such, students from different fields are encouraged to apply.
Students will be closely working with the supervisors and graduate students and be responsible for various aspects of the study such as conducting experiments, and transcribing and coding data. In addition to demonstrating their knowledge of research methods into practice, students will take an active role in recruiting and communicating with participants. Students are expected to be available to work on campus at least 5 hours a week for the duration of the PURE Project (or beyond) while taking turns to have their time off.
How do I apply?
If you are interested in this project, in addition to applying through the PURE system (due January 15, 2025), we also require you to complete our original application on Qualtrics from here, by 23:59 on January 13, 2025, two days earlier than the PURE deadline.
Please also note that it would be a plus if you could start working with us before February 3, 2025.
Required qualifications:
- able to work on campus for the duration of the PURE Project at least 5 hours a week
- open to new experiences and able to adapt to new and/or changing circumstances
- interest in social psychology, human-robot interaction, and cognitive science
- intellectual curiosity and the ability to learn new skills and knowledge independently
- highly comfortable in social interactions and will take an active role in participant recruitment and communication
- team player who is not afraid to ask for help, can take feedback, and is eager to help others
- excellent communication skills in Turkish
- moderate to advanced communication skills in English
Desirable but not required qualifications:
- research experience in psychological experiments
- programming skills in Python and/or other languages
- experience in digital design and social media management
- able to start working with us earlier
Feel free to contact us at mltlab.fass@sabanciuniv.edu if you have any questions!
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