Umeå University is offering a Postdoctoral Position in Focus on Human Interaction with AI. This two-year position allows researchers to explore interdisciplinary projects related to psychology, education, and computer science. Applicants with a recently completed doctoral degree (within three years) and a strong interest in human-AI interaction are encouraged to apply.
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in psychology or a related field, completed within three years of the application deadline, with allowances for special circumstances like parental leave or military service.Established in 1965, Umeå University is a prominent public research university located in Umeå, Sweden. It serves as the flagship institution of northern Sweden and offers a diverse range of educational programs across various disciplines, including medicine, science, social sciences, arts, and humanities. The university is home to approximately 37,000 students and over 4,000 staff, fostering a collaborative and innovative academic environment.
Umeå universitet Information
Founded in 1965, Umeå universitet (Umeå University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Umeå (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Vasterbotten County. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Örnsköldsvik, Skellefteå. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Utbildningsdepartementet, Sverige (Ministry of Education and Research, Sweden), Umeå universitet (UmU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Umeå universitet (UmU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 54 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Offered Benefits
The scholarship provides a monthly salary for the postdoctoral position, covering a two-year period at Umeå University. International research stays during the postdoctoral period are encouraged. The position allows collaboration with the Department of Psychology and other departments, including Computer Science and Education.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following documents:
- Research plan (max 4 pages) detailing the proposed research and how it aligns with Umeå University’s research focus.
- A cover letter (approx. 2 pages) outlining research interests and relevant expertise.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV), including a complete list of publications.
- Doctoral degree certificate and other academic transcripts.
- Doctoral thesis and up to five scientific publications.
The application deadline is 2024-09-30. Applications must be submitted online, and interviews may take place before the deadline.