At the Technical Faculty of IT and Design, Department of Sustainability and Planning a position as Postdoc in Generative AI for Student Learning is open for appointment from 01. October 2025 or soon hereafter. The position is a fixed term (12 months) and will be based in Aalborg.
The department was established in 1975. Today, we are located in two beautiful harbour-front locations in both Aalborg and Copenhagen. We have more than 250 employees and approximately 1,200 students across the two cities.
Our research and study programmes are rooted in sustainability and the green transition. This means we conduct research in areas such as the circular economy, technology, urban, energy, and environmental planning, as well as sustainable transition and design. Sustainability is central to our work in environmental assessment and marine management.In surveying and land use, sustainability is reflected in our efforts in nature restoration and climate adaptation.
As society continues to develop digitally, we also focus on responsible technology development, addressing real-life challenges. Our problem-oriented approach and close collaboration with businesses and public organisations form the foundation of all our study programmes. Additionally, our engineering programmes are among the best in Europe.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The main research area will be in exploring the impact of using generative AI to provide feedback on student learning.
The position will be located in the Aalborg Centre for Problem Based Learning in Engineering Science and Sustainability under the auspices of UNESCO (UCPBL). The researcher will be working in a cross-disciplinary team of researchers, who are committed to the vision and mission of the Centre (https://www.ucpbl.net/about/).
Applicants should demonstrate research experience in evaluating student learning in STEM environments. The ideal candidate would demonstrate competence with a mix of methodologies, including primary data capture (eg interviews and surveys) as well as the ability to analyse secondary data (eg access logs, transcripts from interactions, assessment outcomes). Prior experience with the use of generative AI in a learning context would be an advantage but is not essential.
A minor portion of the position may involve teaching, including PBL courses, workshops, and consultancy services across all Engineering and Science programs at Aalborg University, spanning various study levels. Knowledge of engineering education and teaching experience from a PBL environment is an advantage.
You may obtain further information from Professor Euan Lindsay, +45 6196 7135, edl@plan.aau.dk
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QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Appointment as postdoc requires academic qualifications at PhD level.

Please refer the Job description for details