Summary
The University of Copenhagen is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to work on understanding the mechanisms of AI reasoning, specifically how Large Language Models (LLMs) acquire, integrate, and reason over evolving knowledge using mechanistic interpretability methods. This position is part of an ERC Starting Grant and the Pioneer Centre for AI, offering a vibrant research environment within the CopeNLU group.
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area
- Mechanistic Understanding of AI Reasoning
- Natural Language Processing (NLP)
- Machine Learning
- Explainable AI
- Interpretability and Explainability
- Fact Checking
Location
Department of Computer Science, Faculty of SCIENCE, University of Copenhagen, central Copenhagen, Denmark.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Hold a PhD degree or equivalent in Computer Science or a related field.
- Good written and oral English skills.
- Strong assessment based on previous scientific publications and relevant work experience.
- Ideal candidates will have an educational background, prior research, or work experience in Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, and/or Explainable AI.
Job Description
The core duty of the postdoctoral researcher will be to advance the understanding of how LLMs acquire, integrate, and reason over evolving, pluralistic knowledge using mechanistic interpretability methods. This involves the development of novel conceptual frameworks, methods, or empirical studies. A small portion of duties will also include teaching or supervision. The position is offered within the context of an ERC Starting Grant held by Isabelle Augenstein and the Pioneer Centre for AI. The successful candidate will join the CopeNLU group, focusing on fair and accountable NLP, interpretability, explainability, and bias detection.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted electronically by clicking the “APPLY NOW” link (not provided in the source for direct embedding, but implied by the original page structure). Applications submitted by email will not be considered. Please include the following documents in your application, in English:
- Cover Letter: Detailing your motivation and background for applying for this position.
- Research Plan: Description of current and future research plans.
- Curriculum Vitae: Including information about your education, experience, language skills, and other skills relevant for the position.
- Diplomas: Master’s and PhD degree or equivalent.
- Complete Publication List.
- Separate Reprints: Of 3 particularly relevant papers.
- References: Names and contact details of three references.
Further information about the recruitment process can be found at http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.
Last Date for Apply
30 September 2026, 23:59 CET
Apply Link
The original source indicates an “APPLY NOW” button, which is not directly extractable as a URL from the provided text. Please refer to the original job posting page for the direct application link.
Contact
Inquiries about the position can be made to Isabelle Augenstein at augenstein@di.ku.dk.
