POSITIONS @ CORNELL UNIVERSITY HYBRID BODY LAB

For all positions: REquired application materails

To discuss opportunities, please email the following materials to Prof Kao (cindykao AT cornell DOT edu).

• If you identify as a designer, artist, craftsperson, or maker, please include (1) your CV, (2) online or digital portfolio, (3) a description of key skillsets, and (4) a list of 3 references that can be contacted via email.

• If you identify as an engineer, scientist, or researcher, please include (1) your CV, (2) representative papers and/or projects, (3) a description of key skillsets, and (4) a list of 3 references that can be contacted via email.

Feel free to include all of the above if you are a hybrid of both.

PHD and Masters Program Application Info

At Cornell University, Prof. Kao can directly advise graduate students (PhDs and Master’s) in the fields of human-centered design, information science, fiber science and apparel design, and electrical and computer engineering. Each field has its specific application requirements and processes; see the links below for details. Candidates should identify and apply for the most suitable program based on their background (you may apply to only one graduate program at Cornell).

We can only start reviewing your application after you apply to a program below.

We receive hundreds of emails about PhD and master's applicants, and we might not be able to reply to all emails individually. Thus, if you want to be considered to work with our lab as a PhD or Masters student, please apply to a program below. Please list Prof. Kao as a faculty of interest in your application / SOP for it to be brought to Prof. Kao’s attention for review.

You cannot apply for a PhD position past the deadline. Please carefully refer to each program webpage for specific due dates, which may vary each year:

PhD Programs: All Ph.D. positions are fully funded.

• Ph.D., Human Behavior + Design: Emerging Technology for Design

• Ph.D., Information Science

Master’s (MS/MA/MEng) Programs:

• M.S. in Human Environment Relations: Emerging Technology for Design

• M.A. in Design: Emerging Technology for Design

• M.Eng in Electrical and Computer Engineering

• M.A. in Apparel Design

Cornell University Undergraduate/Graduate Students: Independent Study Opportunities

Prof. Kao has opportunities for Independent Study credits for students of all levels at Cornell University. Please email Prof Kao with the required application materials to discuss taking the credit.

Internships / VISITING SCHOLARS

We have the capacity to host a limited number of internships and visiting scholars each year. Please email Prof Kao with the required application materials listed above to discuss this opportunity.

POSTDOCS

Please view our postdoctoral scholar openings page.