Gonzalo Ramos

PhD opening at Sorbonne Université / ISIR in GenAI tools for thought , human-centered AI , human-computer interaction , and cognitive support systems . The project is hosted at ISIR (Institut des Systèmes Intelligents et de Robotique) , Sorbonne Université, in Paris, and is supervised by Gonzalo Ramos and Baptiste Caramiaux . It explores how generative AI can be designed not as a cognitive surrogate, but as a cognitive substrate that extends reasoning, preserves human agency, and supports metacognition and skill development. Research topics include GenAI , tools for thought , interactive systems , reasoning , metacognition , cognitive science , and human-centered AI . The project combines system design and engineering, algorithmic investigation, and empirical studies. It aims to produce interactive prototypes, design principles, and evaluation frameworks that measure reasoning quality and learning trajectories rather than only output quality. Eligibility highlights: a master’s degree in computer science, HCI, AI, or cognitive science; experience building interactive systems; familiarity with qualitative and/or quantitative HCI methods; and strong English writing skills. Experience with GenAI or language models is a plus. Funding: 3-year funded doctoral position (contrat doctoral, EDITE ED-130 competition), starting October 2026 , based in Paris. The working language of the lab and supervision is English. Deadline: applications are open until 2026-05-01 . How to apply: use the application link provided in the post and submit before the deadline. Review the ADUM project page for the full description and requirements.