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PhD Position in AI Ethics and Human-AI Interaction at AI LEARN, University of Bergen University of Bergen in Norway
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Fixed-term PhD position for 3 years, financed by the Research Council of Norway. Annual salary is NOK 593,700 before taxes according to the state salary scale, with possible higher salary for specialist education. Includes enrolment in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund and good welfare benefits.
Deadline
Sep 29, 2026
Country
Norway
University
University of Bergen
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University of Bergen (UiB), Norway, is advertising a PhD position in Human-AI Interaction / AI Ethics at SLATE, Faculty of Psychology, linked to the national AI LEARN centre. The project sits in the cluster on Ethics, Governance and Regulation and focuses on the reconfigurations, practices, networks, and collaborations that emerge in human-AI constellations.
The successful candidate will investigate ethical issues such as human dignity, social justice, human agency, and human flourishing in relation to AI (including generative AI) across learning contexts such as K-12, informal/formal training, vocational education, and professional development. The work involves qualitative empirical research grounded in relevant theory, with the aim of informing ethical frameworks, policy, professional development, curriculum development, and pedagogy.
This is a 3-year fixed-term PhD position financed by the Research Council of Norway. The post is based in Bergen, Norway, and includes participation in AI LEARN activities and centre life. The advertised salary is NOK 593,700 per year before tax, with pension and welfare benefits.
Eligibility highlights: applicants must hold a relevant master’s degree in social sciences, education, STS, philosophy, or another relevant field; a grade of B or higher on the master’s thesis or equivalent average is normally required for PhD admission. Strong English skills, independence, structured working style, and collaboration skills are required. Interest in AI ethics in learning contexts is an advantage. Applicants must not already hold a PhD or have previously held a fixed-term PhD Research Fellow appointment at UiB.
Application materials include a motivation statement, a 5–8 page project proposal with theory, methods, and progress plan, confirmation of contact with the supervisor, two referees, CV, transcripts/diplomas, translations if needed, HK-dir recognition documents for foreign degrees, certificates, publication list, and any publications to be considered. Apply through Jobbnorge by 2026-09-29.
Funding details
Fixed-term PhD position for 3 years, financed by the Research Council of Norway. Annual salary is NOK 593,700 before taxes according to the state salary scale, with possible higher salary for specialist education. Includes enrolment in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund and good welfare benefits.
What's required
Applicants must hold a relevant master's degree in social sciences, education, science and technology studies (STS), philosophy, or another relevant field at the time of applying. A grade of B or higher on the master's thesis, or the average grade of the qualifying degree, is normally required for admission to the PhD programme at the Faculty of Psychology. Applicants must be able to work independently and in a structured manner, have good collaboration skills, and possess excellent written and oral English skills. Evidence of interest in ethical issues raised by AI in learning contexts is an advantage. Applicants must not have previously held a fixed-term PhD Research Fellow appointment at the University of Bergen and must not already hold a PhD.
How to apply
Prepare a brief motivation statement, a 5–8 page project proposal with topic, research problem(s), theory, methods, and progress plan, confirmation that you have contacted the PhD supervisor, two reference contacts, CV, transcripts and diplomas, certified translations if needed, HK-dir recognition documents for foreign education, relevant certificates, publication list, and any publications you want assessed. Upload the application and appendices in Jobbnorge before the deadline.
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