PhD Position in AI and Meaning-Making: Join the Institute for Logic, Language, and Computation (ILLC) at the University of Amsterdam for a challenging PhD position focusing on AI and Meaning-Making. Explore the relationship between Artificial Intelligence and the nature of sense-making in a dynamic and innovative setting.
Designation:
PHD POSITION IN AI AND MEANING-MAKING
Research Area:
Artificial Intelligence, Meaning-Making, Large Language Models, Human-Machine Interaction
Location:
University of Amsterdam, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s degree in social sciences, linguistics, communication science, media studies, artificial intelligence, or related fields
- Strong research skills demonstrated through outstanding Master’s thesis and potential for publication in high-ranking journals
- Interest in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of technology, culture, and society
- Familiarity with ethnomethodology or other relational perspectives on meaning-making
- Methodological skills in conversation analysis
- Fluency in English and excellent communication skills
Job Description:
- Develop and submit a PhD thesis within the appointment period
- Publish peer-reviewed articles
- Present research results at workshops and conferences
- Engage in knowledge dissemination activities
- Participate in training programmes
- Conduct theoretical and empirical research on meaning-making in relation to AI
- Explore varied research themes related to human-machine interaction and sense-making processes
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents in a single PDF via the online application link below:
- Motivational letter (750 words) and academic CV
- List of Master-level modules with grades transcript
- Research proposal (1000-1200 words)
- Writing sample (e.g., paper or Master’s thesis chapter)
- Names and email addresses of two references
Last Date for Apply:
20th November 2024
Apply now: Online Application Link
Join us in reshaping the debate on the boundaries between humans and machines through rigorous academic exploration and interdisciplinary collaboration at the University of Amsterdam.
For inquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Davide Beraldo at d.beraldo@uva.nl. Apply before the deadline to seize this exciting scholarship opportunity!
