Professor or Associate/Assistant Professor

The International Society for Bayesian Analysis; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Helsinki is seeking a Professor or Associate/Assistant Professor specializing in artificial intelligence. The role involves conducting high-level research, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and contributing to the academic community through teaching. A strong research record and ability to engage with related fields such as neuroscience and cognitive science are essential for this position. The application deadline is November 30, 2019.

Qualifications

• Proven research expertise in artificial intelligence.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Experience in teaching and mentoring at the university level.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on artificial intelligence and its relation to human cognition.
• Lead interdisciplinary research initiatives.
• Collaborate with other departments and faculty members.

Skills

Strong scientific track record in computer science

Interdisciplinary experience in neuroscience

Interdisciplinary experience in cognitive science

Interdisciplinary experience in psychology

Education

PhD in a related field

Job description

Professor or Associate/Assistant Professor

Professor or Associate/Assistant Professor to carry out research into the fundamentals of artificial intelligence, combining computer science with studies of the brain and the mind.

The position is part of the University of Helsinki profiling action on ‘Mind and Matter – foundations of information, intelligence and consciousness,’ aiming to strengthen new interdisciplinary research areas at the university.

The successful applicant may be appointed to a permanent full professorship or a fixed-term assistant/associate professorship (tenure track), depending on his or her qualifications and career stage.

The person to be chosen must have a strong scientific track record in the computer science of artificial intelligence, and preferably also interdisciplinary experience with fields such as neuroscience, cognitive science or psychology. The University of Helsinki, and the Mind and Matter action in particular, offer excellent potential collaborators in the relevant areas.

The deadline for applications is November 30, 2019. For more information on the position and applying, please visit https://www.helsinki.fi/en/open-positions/professor-or-associateassistant-professor-in-artificial-and-human-intelligence