Utrecht University is offering a PhD position in the field of Human-Centred AI in Education, focusing on improving transparency and control in AI-supported educational technologies. The successful candidate will co-design and evaluate AI explanation and control interfaces, combining technical, design, and human-centred approaches to enhance learning experiences.
This PhD position is open to international applicants holding a master’s degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related discipline. Applicants should demonstrate experience with both quantitative and qualitative research methods, including data science and statistics.
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( votes)Utrecht University (UU), established in 1636, is one of the oldest and most prestigious public research universities in the Netherlands and Europe. Located in Utrecht, it is a member of the League of European Research Universities and hosts over 39,000 students from more than 110 countries. The university comprises seven faculties, offering around 200 programs at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with a significant number of courses taught in English. Notably, UU has produced 12 Nobel Prize winners and is recognized for its high-quality research and teaching, ranking within the top 200 universities globally.
Application Deadline: 3 February 2025
Brief Description
- University or Organization: Utrecht University
- Department: Department of Information and Computing Sciences
- Course Level: PhD
- Award: Gross monthly salary between €2,901 and €3,707 (full-time employment)
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: 1
- Nationality: International applicants are welcome
- The award can be taken in the: Netherlands
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: All nationalities are eligible to apply
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The PhD will be awarded in the field of Human-Centred AI in Education
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following criteria:
- A recently completed or close-to-completing Master’s degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field.
- Demonstrable interest or experience in education-related research.
- Experience with quantitative and qualitative research methods, including data science, statistics, and randomized controlled trials.
- Fluency in spoken and written English (C1 level).
- Motivation to develop teaching skills and coach students.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online via the Utrecht University application portal. The following documents should be enclosed with the application:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Scans of BSc and/or MSc certificates (with certified English translations if applicable)
- MSc thesis (or BSc thesis or course paper) with a brief English abstract if necessary
- Optional: Names and emails of at least two referees
- Optional: Portfolio of work related to the position (e.g., a personal website)
- Motivation letter (max 2 pages) addressing the following questions:
- What do you hope to learn or achieve during your PhD?
- What aspects of this PhD project excite you and relate to your academic interests?
- Which skills and knowledge gained during your Master’s studies will be most helpful for this project?
- Describe a research challenge you faced and how you resolved it.
Benefits
- A four-year PhD position
- Competitive monthly salary
- 8% holiday pay and 8.3% year-end bonus
- Pension scheme and partially paid parental leave
- Flexible employment terms and additional benefits through Utrecht University’s employee schemes.