PhD and Postdoc Positions in Natural Language Processing and Large Language Models at University of Oslo University of Oslo in Norway

The Language Technology Group (LTG) at the University of Oslo, Norway, is inviting applications for both a PhD and a postdoctoral research fellow position in the field of Natural Language Processing (NLP). The group is renowned for its research in computational linguistics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, with a particular focus on large language models (LLMs).

The PhD position centers on training data composition for LLMs, offering an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in NLP. The postdoctoral position is part of the Integreat - Norwegian Centre for Knowledge-driven Machine Learning, focusing on preference learning for LLMs. Both positions are supervised by a team of leading researchers, including Stephan Oepen, Andrey Kutuzov, Yves Scherrer, Lilja Øvrelid, Erik Velldal, Arnoldo Frigessi, Valeria Vitelli, and Ida Scheel.

Applicants for the PhD position should hold a master's degree in computer science, computational linguistics, or a related discipline, with demonstrated experience in NLP or machine learning. The postdoctoral position requires a completed PhD and a strong research background in NLP, LLMs, or machine learning. Proficiency in programming and English is essential for both roles.

These are fully funded positions at the University of Oslo, with salary and social benefits according to Norwegian university standards. The research environment is international and collaborative, providing access to state-of-the-art resources and expertise in NLP and AI.

For more information and to apply, visit the official job postings linked in this announcement. The application process is managed through the University of Oslo's recruitment portal. Interested candidates are encouraged to contact the supervisors for further details.