Dr. Robert F. Siegle
Livonia,MI
Summary
Cognitive scientist and learning researcher specializing in the design, evaluation, and implementation of immersive and data-driven learning systems. Experienced in uniting human factors, educational psychology, and emerging technologies to improve engagement and performance. Proven record managing federally funded research (DoD ADL Initiative), leading cross-disciplinary teams, and applying quantitative and usability methods to real-world challenges in training and education.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Collaborator
Department of Defense Science of Learning and Readiness Initiative
01.2019 - 2025
- - Coordinated multi-institutional research efforts across psychology, engineering, and human-systems teams.
- - Managed data collection pipelines, ensured IRB compliance, and contributed to published ADL reports.
- - Established an on-site virtual reality research lab. Collecting in-person data from over 100 participants.
- - Presented findings for five years at major conferences (HFES, I/ITSEC), informing scalable training solutions.
Graduate Research Assistant
Arizona State University, Human Systems Engineering
01.2019 - 01.2025
- - Designed and analyzed experimental studies on learning in immersive VR and video-based environments.
- - Contributed to federally funded Science of Learning and Readiness and Advanced Distributed Learning initiatives.
- - Led usability testing and heuristic evaluation for training prototypes; co-authored design checklists.
- - Mentored student research teams in experimental design, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.
- - Co-authored 10+ peer-reviewed journal articles and proceedings.
Teaching Assistant
Arizona State University, Department of Psychology
01.2023 - 01.2024
- - Selected for a limited-capacity teaching assistant role for undergraduate Research Methods.
- - Delivered lectures on design, data interpretation, and applied behavioral science.
- - Developed classroom exercises linking statistical reasoning to real-world problem-solving.
- - Collaborated on over 20 conference proceedings.
Education
Ph.D. - Human Systems Engineering
Arizona State University
Mesa, AZ05-2025
Master of Science - Engineering
Arizona State University
Mesa, AZ05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Michigan–Dearborn
Dearborn, MI05-2018
Skills
- Research & Analysis: Experimental design, quantitative modeling, SPSS, PROCESS macro, R, data visualization
- Learning Technology: Unity, VR/AR design, immersive learning evaluation, instructional design, heuristic usability testing
- Project Leadership: Team coordination, grant deliverables, stakeholder communication, proposal development
- Teaching & Mentorship: Research methods, cognitive psychology, educational technology, data literacy
- Student tutoring, engagement, and classroom preparation
- Multicultural awareness, positive attitude, and calm demeanor
- Computer skills: Canvas, Excel, Work, PowerPoint, SPSS, Unity, Unreal Engine, and Oculus
- Extensive experience in grant-funded research
Affiliations
- Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES)
- Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT)
- APA Division 21 – Applied Experimental and Engineering Psychology
Publications & Recognition
- Journal of Computer Assisted Learning (2024), TechTrends (2023), Computers & Education (2023), - Dean’s Fellowship, Arizona State University, - Graduate with Honors, University of Michigan–Dearborn, - Reviewer: Computers & Education, Cognitive Science, Journal of Educational Psychology, HFES Annual Meeting
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Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Arizona State University, Department of Psychology
01.2023 - 01.2024
Research Collaborator
Department of Defense Science of Learning and Readiness Initiative
01.2019 - 2025
Graduate Research Assistant
Arizona State University, Human Systems Engineering
01.2019 - 01.2025
Ph.D. - Human Systems Engineering
Arizona State University
Master of Science - Engineering
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Michigan–Dearborn