Postdoc: Human-Centred AI for Cognitive Autonomy

Laplace Expert Ltd; Aalborg; Remote; DKK 357,000 - 580,000; Full time

Job summary

Aalborg University invites a two-year postdoctoral researcher to advance safeguarding users' cognitive autonomy in human–AI interaction. The role combines empirical, methodological and technical HCI work, focusing on detecting cognitive load changes and designing interventions within AI-assisted workflows.

The position demands a PhD in a related field, strong collaboration, and the ability to translate theory into practical, user-centered insights.

Qualifications

• Completed or near-completed PhD in human–computer interaction, computer science, applied artificial intelligence or cognitive psychology.
• Strong collaboration, communication and ability to learn new methods and technologies are required.

Responsibilities

• Detect changes in cognitive load and design timely digital interventions to help users retain independent reasoning when interacting with AI recommendations.
• Carry out empirical, methodological and technical HCI research grounded in cognitive theory.
• Collaborate across disciplines and communicate findings clearly to academic and non-academic stakeholders.

Skills

Human-computer interaction

Human-AI interaction

Cognitive load assessment

Digital intervention design

Applied artificial intelligence

Empirical research methods

Research collaboration

Scientific communication

Independent research direction

Methodological development

Education

PhD in human–computer interaction, computer science, applied artificial intelligence, or cognitive psychology

Job description

Aalborg University invites a two-year postdoctoral researcher to advance safeguarding users' cognitive autonomy in human–AI interaction. The role combines empirical, methodological and technical HCI work, focusing on detecting cognitive load changes and designing interventions within AI-assisted workflows.

The position demands a PhD in a related field, strong collaboration, and the ability to translate theory into practical, user-centered insights.