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Amazon Inc. lists this Research Scientist, Fauna opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job ID: | Amazon.com Services LLC
We are seeking a Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) Research Scientist to develop cutting‑edge interactions that make robots feel alive, personal, and fun. In this role, you will focus on verbal and non‑verbal conversational systems, social dynamics, memory, and long‑term relationship formation between robots, their environments, and the people they interact with. Your contributions will be essential in advancing robotics by enabling expressive, socially intelligent, and trustworthy interactions between robots and humans.
Basic Qualifications
PhD, or Master's degree and 4+ years of quantitative field research experience
Experience investigating the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to business problems and products
Experience analyzing both experimental and observational data sets
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of R, MATLAB, Python or similar scripting language
Experience with agile development
Experience building web based dashboards using common frameworks
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at
USA, NY, New York - 157,300.00 - 212,800.00 USD annually
Posted: April 13, 2026 (Updated 1 day ago)
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Veterans, military spouses, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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