PhD Position in Human-Centred AI in Education: Utrecht University is inviting applications for a PhD position focused on enhancing transparency and control in AI-supported educational technologies. This hands-on role will involve co-designing and evaluating explanation and control interfaces with various educational stakeholders, with a multidisciplinary approach encompassing computer science, education, and human-centred design.
Designation:
PhD Candidate in Human-Centred AI in Education
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Human-Centred AI, Educational Technologies |
| Location | Utrecht University, Netherlands |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Recently completed or near completion of a Master’s degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field; demonstrable interest in education-related research; experience with quantitative and qualitative methods; fluent in English (C1 level). |
| Job Description | – Contribute to the research on AI’s role in education. – Co-design explanation and control interfaces. – Evaluate interfaces in real classroom settings. – Work across disciplines combining technical, design, human-centred, and educational skills. |
| How to Apply | Interested applicants should submit their CV, academic certificates, MSc thesis (or alternative work), motivation letter, and optionally, contact details for referees and a portfolio of related work via the university’s application portal. |
| Last Date to Apply | 3 February 2025 |
Research Area:
The project addresses the challenges of transparency and control in AI technologies applied within educational contexts, focusing on designing user interfaces that enhance understanding and improve user interactions.
Location:
Utrecht University, Utrecht, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification:
- A recently completed or close to completed Master’s degree in relevant fields.
- Interest and preferably experience in education-related research.
- Demonstrated experience with both quantitative (data science, statistics) and qualitative (interviews, thematic analysis) research methods.
- Fluent in spoken and written English (C1 level).
- Motivation to develop teaching skills and coach students.
Job Description:
The PhD candidate will:
- Engage in co-designing explanation and control interfaces for educational stakeholders.
- Create and evaluate educational technology interfaces based on human-centred design principles.
- Conduct studies in lab and classroom settings to measure impacts on understanding, trust, learning, and motivation.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team across the university and beyond.
How to Apply:
To submit your application, please visit the Utrecht University application portal and include the following materials:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Scans of BSc and/or MSc certificates, including grades (translated to English if necessary)
- A copy of your MSc thesis (or BSc thesis/course paper)
- A motivation letter (max 2 pages) addressing specific questions related to your academic interests and experience
- Optional: names and emails of at least two referees, and a portfolio of your work (e.g., personal website)
Last Date to Apply:
All applications must be submitted by 3 February 2025.
For more information, visit Utrecht University or contact Jeroen Ooge at j.ooge@uu.nl.
