PhD Positions in AI for Social Sciences, NLP, and LLMs at Johns Hopkins University Johns Hopkins University in United States

Multiple PhD positions are available in the Department of Computer Science at Johns Hopkins University, supervised by Assistant Professor Kristina Gligorić. The research group focuses on artificial intelligence for social sciences and human behavior, with particular emphasis on social NLP and the application of large language models (LLMs) to real-world domains. Projects span topics such as making AI more socially aware, developing AI methods for understanding and simulating human behavior, and applying NLP to high-impact social applications including diet and health. The lab is affiliated with the Data Science and AI Institute and the Center for Language and Speech Processing at Johns Hopkins. Applicants should have a strong background in computer science, AI, NLP, or related areas, and be passionate about research that bridges technology and social impact. The start date for these positions is Fall 2026, and the opportunity is based in Baltimore, USA. Funding is typically provided for PhD students, including tuition and stipend, but candidates are encouraged to check the official application page for details. To apply, visit the provided link, prepare your application materials, and reach out to the supervisor if you have questions. This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in advancing AI for social good and working in a leading research environment.