The Department of Computer Science at the University of Copenhagen invites applicants for a two-year postdoctoral position in Human Centred Computing. Start date is expected to be July 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Recent advances in AI and robotics have enabled many new assistive technologies for the visual impaired. This project we will explore the possibility of creating new ‘hybrid senses’, ways of combing sensing and actuation to support the visually impared in new ways. Our project combines a focus on understanding what sensing is, with the possibilities that robots and AI provide. For example, could drones scan the ground to support a visually impared person walking through a forest? Or could computer vision enable perception and sensing of a retail outlet?
We are looking for a researcher who combines both the ability to develop and configure prototype research systems, with the ability to design and study these prototypes. The project draws on concepts from ethnomethodology concerning senorality and action, and we particularly invite applicants who have any experience in applying concepts from ethnomethodology and conversation analysis. We are also interested in candidates who have expertise in developing robotic systems along with studying these systems in practice. It is required that candidates have a PhD in a related field, as well as a publication record in either studying or developing robots systems. Familiarity with research around the visually impared, and different concepts of sensing would be an advantage.
Further information on the Department is linked at https://www.science.ku.dk/english/about-the-faculty/organisation/ . Inquiries about the position can be made to Barry Alan Brown, barry@di.ku.dk.
The position is open for two years from 1 July 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.
The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
Terms of employment
The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.
Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.
Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.
The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.
Please include
- Curriculum vitae
- Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
- Research plan – description of current and future research plans
- Complete publication list
- Separate reprints of 3 particularly relevant papers
The deadline for applications is Friday 21 March 2025, 23:59 GMT +1.
After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.
You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/ .
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