Assistant professor in AI at Computer Science
The Department of Computer Science at The Technical Faculty of IT and Design invites applications for one or more positions as assistant professor as per January 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is a fixed term 3-years full-time position.
Job description
The Department of Computer Science in Aalborg is now inviting applications from researchers
specializing in probabilistic and neuro-symbolic AI.
Areas of interest include, but are not limited to:
• Probabilistic machine learning
• Deep probabilistic graphical models
• Relational (deep) learning
• Graph neural networks
• Reinforcement learning
These domains are central to our mission of advancing intelligent systems through principled,
data-driven approaches. Successful applicants will join a dynamic academic environment committed to cutting-edge research and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Department of Computer Science
Department of Computer Science at Aalborg University is highly regarded among researchers,
students, and external partners because of our leading research, education, and collaboration. The
department currently has more than 170 scientific staff, 20 administrative staff, and 1,100
students.
Our research is recognized internationally and nationally to be at the highest level of excellence
according to community standards, prioritizing quality over quantity. We balance applications and
theory, and societal and scientific impact, applying research to solve real-world problems, while
also conducting foundational research with potential long-term impact. As part of this, we are
acknowledged and respected for close collaboration with industry and for applying research to
create impact and value for society.
Our educations are problem-based and recognized for producing highly skilled graduates with very high employability, who are experienced with project work on solving real-world problems in
diverse teams and able to think critically about the technologies they develop.
You can read more on www.cs.aau.dk, and you can read more about the TECH faculty here.
Your job responsibilities
We offer an attractive career opportunity for promising and talented researchers from around the
world. The position is a career development position with the possibility of transition to a tenured
associate professorship. We will work together with you to develop your research talent through
supervision, professional networks and pedagogical upgrading.
As an assistant professor your primary tasks will be research and research-based
teaching. You will teach and supervise students at bachelor's and master’s level, and you will
contribute to the development of the department through research of international quality. In your
daily work, you will work closely with both Danish and international colleagues.
Your main tasks will consist of:
- Independent research of the highest international quality, including publication
- Teaching, guidance and examination of bachelor’s and master’s degree students, as well as
- possible supervision of PhD students.
- Some degree of contribution towards attracting external research funding.
- The opportunity to collaborate with relevant national and international research
- environments.
You will report to the Head of Department, Peter Axel Nielsen.
Your competences
We are looking for applicants with independent research-related qualifications at a high
international level and a PhD degree in computer science or a related field, and you show potential to become one of the best in the academic field of the position. You are a clear communicator with potential of becoming a skilled group leader, and you can, under guidance, organize and conduct supervision and teaching at bachelor’s and master’s degree level. Completed pedagogical courses in supervision or similar will be a plus, as will experience with external research collaborations. We also draw attention to a stay or employment at one or more internationally recognised research institutions.
As a person, you have good interpersonal skills, are inclusive and team-oriented and able to
contribute to a good work environment.
We expect you to be able to write and speak English at the academic level.
To be assessed qualified for an assistant professor position, you must meet these academic criteria.
Shortlisting will be used.
Questions about the position
If you have any questions about the position, please contact Head of Department Peter Axel Nielsen, institutleder@cs.aau.dk.
Your place of work will be the Department of Computer Science, at the Aalborg Campus.
Denmark builds on a welfare system and while taxes are high there are plenty of welfare services
including free education and healthcare including pay during paternity/maternity leave and during
sickness. Find more information at the International Staff Unit and they also offer a spouse/partner
programme.
The application must contain the following:
- A motivating text outlining your reasons for applying, and intentions and visions with the
position.
- Your curriculum vitae, including personal data, educational background, scientific
qualifications, dissemination skills, participation in committees and boards, and additional
qualifications relevant for the position.
- Copies of relevant diplomas (Master and PhD - both in English).
- A complete list of publications.
- Publications you wish to be considered by the assessment committee. Up to 5 publications
may be included.
- Teaching qualifications relevant to the position.
- References/recommendations.
Your application including attachments must be sent electronically by clicking the “Apply online”
The application must be written in English.
Salary and terms of employment
The employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities (the Appointment Order) and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities (in Danish) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities (in Danish).
Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement) (only in Danish) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities (only in Danish).
Aalborg University - Knowledge for the world
Aalborg University is an international workplace with more than 3,700 employees. We offer real-world-oriented education and create world-class research results through collaboration between researchers, students, and public and private companies. This is how we achieve insights, new solutions to societal problems, and knowledge that changes the world. Our main campus is in Aalborg, but we also have campuses in Esbjerg and Copenhagen.
INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:
- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:
Aalborg Kommune
-Virksomheden tilbyder:
-Arbejdsgiver:
Aalborg Universitet, Selma Lagerløfs Vej, 9220 Aalborg Øst
-Ansøgning:
Ansøgningsfrist: 01-11-2025;
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