PhD Researcher, HCI – Visualization Research

Allstate Northern Ireland

. Explore new areas of technology through a mutually agreed research project in human-computer interaction or data visualization .

Posted 10/1/2026internshipToronto • CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Human-Computer Interaction through research and software prototyping, with strong capabilities in developing algorithms and conducting usability studies. Proficient in modern generative AI tools and frameworks, as well as web development technologies.

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PhD Candidate In Computer ScienceExpertise In Interactive TechnologiesSoftware PrototypingGenerative AI Tools And FrameworksUsability Studies

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Hard Skills

Algorithm DevelopmentSoftware PrototypingWeb Development3D Graphics ProgrammingExperimental DesignData AnalysisRapid PrototypingHuman-Computer InteractionUsability TestingTechnical Writing

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeamwork ExperienceConflict ResolutionEffective CollaborationAbility To Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

ReactNext.jsNode.jsFlaskUnityUnreal EngineMeta QuestApple Vision ProGPTStable Diffusion

Industry Keywords

Human-Computer InteractionData VisualizationUsability StudiesEthnographic StudiesHeuristic EvaluationsTask AnalysesStructured InterviewsSurveysPeer-Reviewed PublicationsResearch Paper

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

FlaskJavaScriptMacOSNext.jsNode.jsReactUnityUnreal Engine

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Explore new areas of technology through a mutually agreed research project in human-computer interaction or data visualization
Support research and design efforts by developing software prototypes and exploring concepts
Conduct literature reviews
Gather requirements and issues to explore and design
Develop algorithms
Build prototypes to test and explore concepts
Conduct experiments to test research ideas and hypotheses
Measure human performance and cognition limitations related to interaction with technology
Conduct usability studies, ethnographic studies, heuristic evaluations, task analyses, structured interviews, and surveys
Evaluate research findings and prototypes and make recommendations for business and product impact
Explore new prototyping frameworks and technologies
Author a full research paper
Produce an accompanying research video
Present research results externally and internally

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science or related field, specializing in Human-Computer Interaction
At least one academic term remaining after the internship
Demonstrated expertise in interactive technologies, with peer-reviewed publications in international venues
Strong communication skills and teamwork experience
Very strong technical skills in building software prototypes
Preferred: Experience with modern generative AI tools and frameworks, including GPT, Llama, Stable Diffusion, and ComfyUI
Preferred: Experience with web development and frameworks such as React/Next.js and Node.js/Flask
Preferred: Experience interfacing with unique hardware modules
Preferred: Experience developing software in Windows or macOS environments
Preferred: Experience developing software for AR or VR equipment, such as Meta Quest and Apple Vision Pro
Preferred: Experience programming 3D graphics and using Unity or Unreal Engine
Preferred: Experimental design and data analysis
Preferred: Rapid prototyping
Preferred: Ability to work effectively in a team and with minimum supervision
Preferred: Ability to manage requirements from multiple sources and resolve conflicts and compromises diplomatically
Preferred: Ability to communicate effectively and cooperate with other teams
Preferred: Ability to write clear, concise, correct technical material

Benefits

Comp & perks

16-week paid internship program running from May 24th to September 10, 2027
Tech talks and development opportunities
Flexible Workplace approach supporting office, remote, and hybrid work based on business and team needs