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Aalto University

Postdoc in Autotelic Creative AI (ACAI) at Aalto University Aalto University in Finland

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Postdoc

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

2-year postdoc position funded by the Research Council of Finland. The post does not mention stipend amount, tuition, or other financial details.

Deadline

Sep 11, 2026

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Finland

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Aalto University

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Keywords

Computer Science
Psychology
Cognitive Science
Information Technology
Artificial Intelligence
Media Studies
Motivation
Human-computer Interaction
Art

About this position

2-year postdoctoral position in Autotelic Creative AI (ACAI) at the Autotelic Interaction Research (AIR) group, Department of Computer Science, Aalto University, Finland.

The project is funded by the Research Council of Finland and focuses on creative AI, cognitive science, artificial life, and human-computer interaction. The postdoc will contribute theoretical research on the foundations of creativity in AI and living beings, including agency, motivation/teleology, and value grounding. There is also room to pursue your own ideas, as long as they connect to the broader interests of the group.

The role involves close interaction with the PI, a media artist, and the wider AIR group, plus opportunities to collaborate with international researchers including Tom Froese (OIST), Takashi Ikegami (University of Tokyo), and Jon McCormack (Monash University).

Eligibility highlights: the post is for one postdoc for 2 years; the post does not list detailed degree or test requirements in the social post itself. Deadline: Friday 11 September 2026.

Location: Aalto University, near Helsinki, Finland.

Apply: follow the application link and review the full requirements before submitting.

Funding details

2-year postdoc position funded by the Research Council of Finland. The post does not mention stipend amount, tuition, or other financial details.

What's required

Applicants should be interested in theoretical research on the foundations of creativity in AI and living beings, including agency, motivation/teleology, and value grounding. The role also expects the postdoc to develop their own ideas that align with the wider interests of the AIR group and to work closely with the PI, a media artist, and collaborators. A 2-year postdoctoral appointment is advertised; no specific degree, test, or GPA requirements are stated in the post.

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Assist. Professor in Creative Tech

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Artificial Intelligence

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Generative Modeling