About Handshake
Empowering Gen Z to build their careers
Key Highlights
- Valued at $3.5B with $434M raised in funding
- Over 17 million active users and 650K employers
- Headquartered in San Francisco's Financial District
- Offers a six-week paid sabbatical every four years
Handshake is a leading career platform designed specifically for Gen Z, connecting over 17 million active users with more than 650,000 employers, including major companies like Google and Nike. Headquartered in the Financial District of San Francisco, Handshake has raised $434 million in funding, ac...
🎁 Benefits
Handshake offers flexible time off with no waiting period, a six-week paid sabbatical after six years of employment, and two days of volunteer time of...
🌟 Culture
Handshake fosters a student-first culture focused on eliminating inequality in hiring. The founders' commitment to fairness drives the platform's miss...
Research Scientist
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Handshake is hiring a Research Scientist in Human AI Interaction to lead research at the intersection of HCI and AI. You'll focus on defining benchmarks and evaluation frameworks for AI systems. This role requires expertise in human-centered AI evaluation.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and a deep understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs) — your experience allows you to explore how AI systems can effectively support human work. You are skilled in empirical methods for measuring human effort, time, quality, and outcomes when working with AI copilots. Your research experience has equipped you with the ability to define jobs-to-be-done benchmarks and comparative evaluation frameworks that are crucial for advancing the field of AI.
You are passionate about understanding how AI can reshape human activities and enhance productivity — you thrive on exploring the intersection of technology and human behavior. Your analytical mindset enables you to conduct rigorous evaluations and derive meaningful insights that can influence the design of AI systems. You are a collaborative team player who enjoys working with cross-functional teams, including AI labs and educational institutions, to drive impactful research.
What you'll do
As a Research Scientist at Handshake, you will lead innovative research initiatives that define how AI systems can support real human work. You will focus on developing evaluation frameworks that assess the effectiveness of AI in various tasks, ensuring that your findings contribute to the broader understanding of human-AI interaction. Your work will involve conducting empirical studies to measure the impact of AI on human performance, providing valuable insights that can guide the development of future AI technologies.
You will collaborate closely with world-class AI labs and educational institutions, leveraging their expertise to enhance your research outcomes. Your role will also involve mentoring junior researchers and contributing to the academic community through publications and presentations. You will play a key role in shaping the future of AI in the workforce, ensuring that the technology aligns with human needs and enhances productivity.
What we offer
Handshake provides a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact in the AI economy. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a growth stipend for ongoing development. Our office in San Francisco features amenities such as free lunch and gym access, fostering a collaborative and engaging workplace culture. We also prioritize work-life balance with flexible PTO and team outings to strengthen connections among colleagues. Join us in shaping the future of careers in the AI economy.
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