I decode how humans think and design systems that think with them.
With a background in psychology and human factors, I research how humans understand automation and how systems can better support them before, during, and after the unexpected.
I work to simplify complex systems and human behavior into actionable understanding. Whether it is through data, visual explanation, or thoughtful design, I aim to bridge the gap between people and technology.
Let’s build something that makes sense to both humans and machines.
Education
Skills
Experience
Projects
Publication
Kim, J., Lee, J., Lee, J. D., Domeyer, J. E., & Toyoda, H. (2025). Understanding Driving Automation Limitations: A Taxonomy Bridging System Constraints and Observable Cues. In Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting (p. 10711813251367368). Sage CA: Los Angeles, CA: SAGE Publications.
Mason, J., Gaspar, J., Carney, C., Kim, J., Domeyer, J., Lenneman, J., & McGehee, D. (2023). Do drivers require education after over-the-air ADAS updates? Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES) International Annual Meeting, Washington D.C., Oct 2023
Lematta, G. J., Bhatti, S. A., Graham, H. D., Kim, J., Fazio, W. C., Holder, E., & Cooke, N. J. (2022, September). Team Communication in Pre-Mission Briefs and Effectiveness in Distributed Action Teams. In Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting (Vol. 66, No. 1, pp. 1596-1600). Sage CA: Los Angeles, CA: SAGE Publications.
Lematta, G. J., Corral, C. C., Buchanan, V., Johnson, C. J., Mudigonda, A., Kim, J., ... & Cooke, N. J. (2022). Remote research methods for Human–AI–Robot teaming. Human Factors and Ergonomics in Manufacturing & Service Industries, 32(1), 133-150.
Thesis and Dissertation
Kim, J. (2024). Driver’s Mental Model Changes on ADAS After Over-the-Air Updates (Doctoral Dissertation), University of Iowa
Kim, J. (2021). Team Situation Awareness in Next Generation Combat Vehicle (Master’s Thesis), Arizona State University
Presentation
Kim, J., Mason, J., Gaspar, J., Carney, C., McGehee, D., Domeyer, J., Lenneman, J. (2024). Transfer of Learning on Driver’s Mental Model of ADAS After OTA Updates. Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES) International Annual Meeting, Phoenix, AZ., Sep 2024.
Kim, J., Mason, J., Gaspar, J., Carney, C., McGehee, D., Domeyer, J., Lenneman, J. (2024). The Impact of System Experience on Drivers’ Mental Models of ADAS After Over-the-Air Updates. Transportation Research Board (TRB), Washington, D.C., Jan 2024
Let’s Work Together
I’m always excited to collaborate on projects that value research-informed design and thoughtful user experiences. If my approach aligns with your goals, I’d be happy to connect.
Feel free to reach out at thousandofjoy@gmail.com or connect on LinkedIn.