Student Employment: Bailey Grant Research Assistant - School of Computing and Engineering AY 26-27

Position 1: AI-Powered Assistive System for Visual and Mobility Support 

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Kruti Shah 

 
Responsibilities: 

• Contribute to research that applies AI and software engineering to real-world challenges. 

• Explore topics such as assistive technologies, computer vision, human–computer interaction, and virtual and augmented reality. 

• Design and develop intelligent software tools that support accessibility, learning, and everyday activities. 

• Review existing research, conduct experiments, and evaluate system performance and user experience. 

• Collaborate with faculty and peers to develop ideas and build functional prototypes. 

• Document findings and contribute to research publications, posters, and presentations. 

Position 2: Cybersecurity and AI Research Assistant 

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Chetan Jaiswal 

Potential Research Areas: 

• AI and Human Intelligence 

• Human-AI Interaction and Trust 

• AI Safety, Privacy, and Security 

• Machine Learning and Deep Learning 

• Responsible and Ethical AI 

• Ransomware and Cyber Defense 

• AI for Social Good 

• Privacy-Preserving AI Systems 

• AI's Impact on Communication, Learning, and Decision-Making 

• Human-Centered Cybersecurity 

 
Responsibilities: 

• Conduct research in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, and Human-AI Interaction. 

• Investigate the impact of AI on human intelligence, critical thinking, communication, trust, privacy, and society. 

• Develop and evaluate AI/ML models and cybersecurity solutions. 

• Analyze datasets, conduct experiments, surveys, and literature reviews. 

• Contribute to research papers, technical reports, posters, and conference presentations. 

• Collaborate on projects focused on responsible, secure, and human-centered AI. 

Position 3: Biomedical Engineering Research Position 

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Mary Phillips Ho 

 
Responsibilities: 

• Participate in experimental work with electrolytic electroporation and pulsed electric field technologies being developed for applications such as cancer treatment and tissue engineering. 

• Perform hands-on lab work, including testing and optimizing biomedical devices. 

• Document experimental processes and results for analysis. 

• Contribute to the creation of academic papers, reports, and presentations based on research outcomes. 

Common Responsibilities Across All Positions: 

• Attend regular meetings with faculty advisors to discuss progress and next steps. 

• Maintain detailed records of research activities and findings. 

• Uphold ethical research standards and follow safety protocols in the lab. 

• Collaborate effectively with team members to achieve research objectives. 

• These roles provide a unique opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to impactful projects under the mentorship of expert faculty.