Open PostDoc position on Human-centered AI for preventing online violence

*POSTDOCTORAL POSITION *
We offer a full-time fully funded postdoctoral position in the Big Data &
Emerging Technologies Research Group at Vestlandsforsking, Norway.

*Postdoc description*
The focus of the postdoc will be to contribute to the implementation of a
real-time platform utilizing methods of artificial intelligence in
innovative and new ways for monitoring and preventing online violence. The
postdoc will perform cutting-edge artificial intelligence research in the
context of a consortium composed of renowned academic partners from Norway
and USA. Thus, the postdoc must be motivated to work in an
interdisciplinary and international team.

*Requirements*

   1. A PhD in Computer Science or associated subject is desirable.
   2. We're looking for a prospective candidate with a strong background
   and skills in the following areas: Web Information Systems, Text Mining.
   3. NLP  - a plus.
   4. A sound publication track record.
   5. Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills
   in English.

*General information*

   - Beautifully located in the Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest
   fjord
   - Sogndal has a magnificent nature and excellent offers for those who
   like hiking, mountain biking or skiing
   - The region has large and small industries, a vital business community,
   an airport, a university college, cultural activities and a rich sports
   environment that is easily accessible
   - Strong cutting-edge big data and ICT enabling technologies (like AI)
   research
   - Fully international group culture
   - Professional, stimulating, and innovative working environment,
   excellent cooperative networks, flexible working hours, very good salary,
   pension and insurance schemes and good welfare schemes

*The application must be sent electronically as one combined PDF file
including the following to*: Prof. Rajendra Akerkar, *rak@vestforsk.no
<rak@vestforsk.no>  *

   - Curriculum vitae
   - Cover letter (Maximum 2 pages)
   - List of publications
   - Certified copies of transcripts and diplomas (in English or Norwegian)
   - At least 2 names of reference persons

Deadline for applications: *15 January 2024*