Postdoctoral Researcher in Human-Centred Artificial Intelligence

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

Postdoctoral Researcher in Human-Centred Artificial Intelligence

Aalborg University · Technical Faculty of IT and Design, Department of Computer Science – Human Augmentation and Collaboration group

Apply by 13 Nov 2026

About This Opportunity

Aalborg University seeks a two-year postdoctoral researcher for a DFF-funded project on safeguarding users' cognitive autonomy in human–AI interaction.

The project will detect changes in cognitive load and design timely digital interventions that help users retain independent reasoning when interacting with AI recommendations. The post combines empirical, methodological and technical HCI research grounded in cognitive theory.

human-centred AI cognitive autonomy human-AI interaction cognitive load HCI digital interventions

Position Details

Level Postdoc

Time Commitment Full-time

Start Date Dec 31, 2026

Duration Two-year postdoctoral appointment

Field Human–AI Interaction

Specialization Artificial Intelligence & Data Science

Organization Type University

Funding & Compensation

Amount Paid

Funding Type Salary

Funding Status Paid

Period Per Month

Requirements

Education

Completed or near-completed PhD in human–computer interaction, computer science, applied artificial intelligence, cognitive psychology or a related field. Applicants awaiting completion may provide confirmation from their supervisor or doctoral school.

Experience

Strong collaboration, communication and ability to learn new methods and technologies are required. Research potential and fit with empirical, methodological and technical HCI contributions are central to assessment.

Technical Skills

Human-computer interaction Human-AI interaction Cognitive load assessment Digital intervention design Applied artificial intelligence Empirical research methods

General Skills

Research collaboration Scientific communication Independent research direction Methodological development