Postdoctoral Researcher in Criminal Law Philosophy, AI Ethics, and Law (ERC ROBOCRIM)

The Jagiellonian University in Kraków, Poland, is inviting applications for a full-time Assistant Professor (Research Staff) / Postdoctoral Researcher position at the Faculty of Law and Administration, Department of Criminal Law. This opportunity is part of the European Research Council (ERC)-funded project “Philosophical Foundations of Criminal Law in the Age of Robots (ROBOCRIM)”. The successful candidate will join a dynamic research team to conduct independent theoretical research on topics including responsibility and AI and robots, AI ethics, philosophical foundations of criminal law, criminal responsibility, culpability, punishment, and the integration of phenomenological approaches within criminal law theory. The role emphasizes collaboration with the ERC ROBOCRIM research team, publication in leading international journals, and participation in conferences and workshops. Research Areas: criminal law, AI ethics, philosophy of law, responsibility and AI, phenomenology, culpability, punishment, philosophy of technology. Eligibility: Applicants must have a PhD in Law or Philosophy, a strong publication record in law, philosophy, or ethics, and research interests aligned with criminal law philosophy, AI ethics, and philosophy of technology and law. A very good command of English (minimum B2) and experience in academic or project-based research are required. Funding: The position is fully funded by the ERC, offering a base salary of PLN 15,055 – 18,065 gross per month (approximately €3,270 – €3,930 per month) on a full-time employment contract for 24 months. Application Process: Submit the required documents by email to dr hab. Kamil Mamak, professor at Jagiellonian University ([email protected]), with the subject line 'Postdoc Robocrim'. The application deadline is 30 April 2026, and the expected decision date is 15 May 2026. For more information, refer to the provided links. This is an excellent opportunity for scholars interested in the intersection of law, philosophy, and technology to contribute to cutting-edge research on the philosophical and ethical challenges posed by AI and robotics in criminal law.