Duisburg
Research Center Trustworthy Data Science and Security
Post Doc Position (f/m/d, No. 320-26)
13 TV-L (gross 57.112 € - 81.176 €)
The Research Alliance Ruhr, a collaborative initiative by the three major universities in the Ruhr area, was established through the Ruhr Conference. It encompasses four research centers: “One Health Ruhr,” “Chemical Sciences and Sustainability,” “Trustworthy Data Science and Security,” and “Future Energy Materials and Systems.” Additionally, it includes a “College for Social Sciences and Humanities.”
The Research Alliance Ruhr is appointing up to 50 research professors and offers numerous positions for research assistants. Join us in creating innovations for the future within Europe’s most densely populated yet greenest university landscape, where a diverse range of scientific and industrial partners are readily accessible.
01.12.2026
2 years
39 h 50 min (100%), full time position, part time is possible
- Develop and pursue an independent research agenda within the broad scope of Human Understanding of Algorithms and Machines HU[AM] (see also below)
- Design and execute rigorous empirical studies, including behavioral experiments, large-scale surveys, and/or experience sampling methods
- Independently analyze quantitative data and contribute to open science practices (pre-registration, replication, transparency)
- Collaborate with researchers from different disciplines to develop innovative approaches to understanding human-AI dynamics
- Contribute to the group's scientific community through publications, conference presentations, and knowledge exchange
- PhD (completed or close to completion) in psychology, behavioral economics, political science, communication science, HCI, or a related (social science) field
- A track record of peer-reviewed publications
- An independent research agenda that connects with HUAM's work
- High proficiency in English, both written and spoken
- German language proficiency is desirable but not required
You will work in a multidisciplinary team on collaborative research projects envisioned by leading international experts from various domains.
The position is embedded in a creative, dynamic, and internationally renowned research environment. Your research will play a crucial role in developing our new Research Center and promoting trustworthy technology to the general public. Our extensive international network of researchers and industry partners ensures a seamless transition into your next career step, whether in academia or international research institutions.
We prioritize a balanced, family-friendly work-life balance, offering flexible working hours and part-time remote home-office arrangements.
2026-09-03
320-26
If you are interested in this position, please send your application (important: you need to mention the Ref-No. 320-26 in the subject) to: [email protected]
Please provide the following documents as a single PDF:
a) Motivation letter (max. 1 page) describing your background and fit with HUAM
b) Research proposal (max. 1 page) structured as follows:
- What is the topic you want to do research on, and why does it matter?
- What do we already know about this topic?
- Which gap in knowledge does your project address?
- Which methods do you plan to use?
c) CV including a list of publications (if applicable)
d) Contact details of two referees willing to provide reference letters or are available for short phone calls upon request
Further information about the group Human Understanding of Algorithms and Machines led by Prof. Nils Köbis can be found at: https://rc-trust.ai/groups/human-understanding-of-machines-and-algorithms
