Join the INTERACT Animal Lab at Northeastern University

(Boston, MA, USA) Fall 2026. 

PhD position in Animal-Computer Interaction / Voice technology / Assistive Technology

APPLY!

Deadline December 1st

About Us

We leverage technology to improve animals' experiences, creating novel ethical enrichment systems to increase animals' control over their environments and enhance interspecies connectedness. Our lab’s recent projects include sonic enrichment for zoo animals🎼📢🐒, video-calling for parrots 🦜📺🦜, and ergonomic game design for pets 📱👈🐈.

Impact

Our work has been featured in the New York Times, the Washington Post, and over 1000 media outlets. We collaborate with various institutions, our local zoo and aquarium, husbandry professionals, and industry leaders to enhance animal life quality in zoos, homes, farms, and beyond. 

What we are looking for?

  1. Creative technologist with background in Human–Computer Interaction (HCI) or related field.

  2. Well-versed in prototyping, CS, interaction design, or hardware.

  3. Enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research.

  4. Passionate about animal welfare and ethics.

  5. Interest in audio or voice technology (a plus).

No prior animal science experience required

What we offer?

Interested?

  1. Competitive PhD scholarships are available for selected candidates, covering tuition fees and providing a stipend for up to five years

  2. Student health insurance plan. 

  3. Mentorship from world experts in voice, ACI, and animal-centered technology

  4. Training in publishing and presenting at leading academic venues

  5. Part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary cohort in the heart of Boston

Send your CV, portfolio, projects and any other relevant information to applications@interactanimallab.com 

For questions or additional details, feel free to reach out! r.kleinberger@northeastern.edu