Postdoctoral Researcher Position at the Center for Human Nature, AI, and Neuroscience, Hokkaido University, Japan

Summary:

Hokkaido University is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to contribute to groundbreaking research in the field of artificial intelligence and nonverbal communication. This position focuses on interdisciplinary collaboration within the project “Establishing Nonverbal Communication Channels to Promote Human–AI Coexistence and Collaboration.”

Postdoctoral Researcher Position at the Center for Human Nature, AI, and Neuroscience, Hokkaido University, Japan

Designation:

Postdoctoral Researcher

Eligibility/Qualification:

1. Education: Ph.D. or Doctorate degree by the appointment date.
2. Experience:

• Excellent research record in relevant fields.
• Interest in interdisciplinary collaborative research.
• Experience in simulation research using deep learning.

1. Skills:

• Effective collaboration with research groups.
• Strong commitment to the research conducted at CHAIN.

Job Description:

• Engage in research on the development of cognitive models for nonverbal communication channels between AI agents.
• Perform various duties related to the research project under the guidance of Associate Professor Hiroyuki Iizuka.
• Collaborate with other researchers, including Professors Taro Maeda and Norihiko Saga.

How to Apply:

• Submit the following documents online:

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
2. List of Research Achievements/Publications
3. Summary of Past Research (approx. 1,000 words)
4. Three representative publications (PDF files)
5. Statement of Research Plans and Aspirations (approx. 1,000 words)
6. Contact information for two referees

• All documents (except item 4) should be combined into a single PDF for submission. The three representative publications must be in separate files and compressed into a ZIP file.

Last Date for Apply:

• Applications will be accepted until June 15, 2026, or until a suitable candidate is found.

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