PhD Position on Human-AI Interaction at the IT University of Copenhagen

The IT University of Copenhagen is seeking highly motivated individuals to apply for a PhD position starting on December 15, 2023, or shortly thereafter. This position is funded by a grant from the Novo Nordic Foundation and will be led by Associate Professor Jichen Zhu.

The university is looking for applicants who are interested in contributing to their vision of creating and sharing profound knowledge that leads to groundbreaking information technology and services for the betterment of humanity. The research will also contribute to the Digital Design Department’s themes on care, creativity, participation, data, and AI.

Job Description:

This interdisciplinary project aims to contribute to the emerging field of human-AI interaction, specifically at the intersection of Human-Computer Interaction and Machine Learning, within the domain of health and well-being. The project’s goal is to explore new ways for regular users to interact with AI applications enhanced by explanations created by explainable AI (XAI).

While AI and machine learning advancements have transformative potential for personalized health and well-being, non-technical users often struggle to effectively utilize this technology. The project aims to address this by integrating user considerations and interaction design into human-centered XAI.

Location: Copenhagen, Denmark
Application Deadline: October 1, 2023

Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in areas related to Human-Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, AI/Machine Learning.
• Background in either design (interaction/UX design/HCI) or AI/ML. Interdisciplinary experience in both is an advantage.
• Proficient programming skills to prototype ML applications.

Research Environment:

The candidate will work closely with Associate Professor Jichen Zhu and join the Procedural eXpression Lab (PXL).

General Information:

The IT University of Copenhagen is dedicated to information technology and offers a dynamic environment for research and teaching. The university prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and actively pursuing a balanced gender representation among students and faculty.

Salary and Terms of Employment:

The terms of employment will be in accordance with the Ministry of Taxation’s agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC).

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Application Process:

Applicants must apply through the university’s e-recruitment system. The application should include:

• A motivated application (cover letter) with a detailed description of your qualifications.
• A statement of purpose showcasing independent thinking, novelty, and originality within the targeted research field.
• A comprehensive CV including personal details, academic background, and previous and current employment.
• Documentation of academic degrees (copy of degree certificates, etc.).
• Relevant scientific publications or the master’s thesis (if applicable).
• Contact information for two professional/academic references.

Applications that don’t include the required documents will not be considered.

Application Deadline: October 1, 2023, at 23:59 CEST.

For further information, you can contact Associate Professor Jichen Zhu at jicz@itu.dk.

The IT University invites all qualified researchers, regardless of age, gender, religious affiliation, or ethnic background, to apply for the positions.

Apply through the e-recruitment system. Make sure to read the guidelines for applicants before filling out the application form. Note that all application material will be destroyed after assessment.