M.S./Ph.D. Open Positions (Updated: Mar 2026)


Applications for M.S./Ph.D. Positions [Apply Now]

If you are interested in joining our lab as a M.S./Ph.D. student, please send me an email and submit Google Form.

Please briefly describe your research interests and attach your CV, including your undergraudate transcript or GPA.

Important: Please insert “Application PhD” or “Application MS" in the subject line if you send an email.


HCI Tech Lab Introduction

As an interdisciplinary research group in Culture Technology, we build physical and digital interactive system powered by novel sensing andhaptic technologies. At HCI Tech Lab, we explore interactive technologies that bring direct benefits to real-world users. Our research process generally includes:

  • Identify gaps between interface/device and human needs
  • Bridge the gap with novel technical and social solutions
  • Evaluate the solution with research methods
  • Deploy solutions with real-world applications
See our recent publications for examples.

Potential Projects

You will work on a research project in a close collaboration with the PI and the other lab members. Here are some potential project ideas:
  • Build, collect, design physical AI dataset and models
  • Design, build, evaluate novel sensing techniques
  • Design, build, evaluate wearable haptic experiences
  • Develop creativity and authoring toolkits for human-centered interaction
  • You can also suggest new ideas!

Requirement

  • We welcome students from diverse backgrounds and majors. Ideal candidates are:
  • Eager to learn and build physical and digital interactive systems
  • Self-motivated and able to take ownership of their proposed ideas
  • Experienced in SW/HW prototyping within research projects (optional but strongly recommended)

Ph.D. Student

  • We prefer Ph.D. candidates with prior research experience and publications in related venues (e.g., top conferences listed on CSRankings).
  • If you do not yet have research experience or publications, please consider applying for the M.S. program first.
  • At KAIST, a Master's degree is required for admission to the Ph.D. program.

M.S. Student

  • (Spring 2027 Admission) We will only consider candidates who complete an internship in our lab during Summer 2026.
  • (Fall 2026 Admission) Priority will be given to candidates who complete a lab internship during Summer 2026.
  • All M.S. students are expected to conduct an individual research project and complete a thesis.
  • For official admission in Graduate School of Culture Technology, please refer to admission website.
  • For official admission in Graduate School of Metaverse, please refer to admission website.
  • For official admission in School of Computing, please refer to admission website.
  • For official admission in Robotics Program, please refer to admission website.

Conditions

  • Monthly Stipend + Research Incentive
  • Personal office space in the N5 building, with a hybrid work arrangement available as needed.
  • Standing desk and individual PC & monitor provided.
  • Prototyping-related consumables and equipment are provided.