PhD in Human-Centred AI for Cognitive Autonomy

Aalborg University; Aalborg; On-site; DKK 420,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Aalborg University invites applications for two fully funded PhD positions in Human-Centred Artificial Intelligence, working with Professor Niels van Berkel. The roles are three years long and include a research stay abroad, starting as early as January 2027.

Applicants should hold a master’s degree and enroll in the Technical Doctoral School of IT and Design. The project focuses on safeguarding users’ cognitive autonomy in human-AI interaction, with methods to detect cognitive load and

Qualifications

• PhD stipends allocated to individuals who hold a master’s degree.
• PhD duration is three years and enrollment at the Technical Doctoral School of IT and Design is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop methods to detect changes in users' cognitive load and design digital interventions that support cognitive autonomy.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to co-design techniques and assess impact through controlled studies.
• Contribute to scientific dissemination in leading Human-Computer Interaction venues.

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Aalborg University invites applications for two fully funded PhD positions in Human-Centred Artificial Intelligence, working with Professor Niels van Berkel. The roles are three years long and include a research stay abroad, starting as early as January 2027.

Applicants should hold a master’s degree and enroll in the Technical Doctoral School of IT and Design. The project focuses on safeguarding users’ cognitive autonomy in human-AI interaction, with methods to detect cognitive load and