Department of Computer and Systems Sciences

With over 200 employees and 4,500 students, the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences (DSV) is a strong and dynamic research and educational environment. The field of computer and systems sciences bridges technology, humanities, social sciences, and behavioral sciences, with great relevance for how we should live today and in the future. Our research focuses on how new information and communication technology can be designed to benefit people, organizations, and entire societies.

DSV offers a stimulating research community in an international environment. Many of our projects are interdisciplinary, and our researchers often collaborate with colleagues at other institutions, in the private sector, and in public service. Our research is conducted in nine areas: Business Processes and Business Modeling, AI and Data Science, Cybersecurity, Digital Games and Simulation, Digital Transformation and Governance, Human-Computer Interaction, Language Technology, Risk and Decision Analysis, and Technology-Enhanced Learning.

More information about us can be found at: https://www.su.se/institutionen-for-data-och-systemvetenskap/ (https://www.su.se/institutionen-for-data-och-systemvetenskap/).

Project Description

The position is for a postdoctoral researcher in the field of ethnomethodological conversation analysis (EMCA) within the project CAI-BLUE – Nordic Perspectives on Collaborative AI for Blue-collar Work. The research project aims to understand how AI agents can be effectively integrated into collaborative work environments in professions involving practical work, based on Nordic values regarding work life and equality, as well as a justice-oriented perspective. The project also emphasizes responsible AI design, participatory work methods, and professional well-being.

Job Responsibilities

You will conduct field studies in Swedish small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Ethnographic research focusing on understanding underlying work practices, social interactions, and multilingual hierarchical constellations will be combined with interventions using methods from human-computer interaction (HCI) to both design and evaluate new technical support systems for this type of work environment.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the position of postdoctoral researcher, a completed doctoral degree or a foreign degree deemed equivalent to a relevant doctoral degree is required. The degree must be obtained by the time the employment decision is made.

Assessment Criteria

It is advantageous if the doctoral degree or equivalent has been obtained no more than three years before the application deadline. If there are special reasons, an earlier obtained degree may also be considered advantageous. Special reasons include leave due to illness, parental leave, trust assignments within trade unions, service in the total defense, or other similar circumstances, as well as clinical service or relevant service/assignments for the subject area.

In the appointment process, particular importance will be attached to scientific competence. The ability to conduct ethnomethodological conversation analysis (EMCA) across multiple languages and existing contacts with a wide range of Swedish small and medium-sized enterprises in professions involving practical work is highly meritorious.

About the Position

The position is full-time and is permanent, but for at least two years and at most three years, with the possibility of extension if there are special reasons. Start date by agreement.

We Offer

With us, you will experience the dynamics of the interplay between higher education and research that makes Stockholm University an exciting and creative environment. You will work in an international setting and receive favorable conditions.

Stockholm University is committed to being a workplace free from discrimination and providing equal rights and opportunities for all.

Contact

Inquiries about the position can be made to Associate Professor Donald McMillan, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]).

Application

You apply for the position via Stockholm University's recruitment system. Attach a personal letter and CV as well as the requested documents in the application form. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that the application is complete and that it reaches the university by the application deadline.

Instructions for applicants can be found on the website: https://www.su.se/om-universitetet/jobba-på-su/att-söka-en-anställning (https://www.su.se/om-universitetet/jobba-p%C3%A5-su/att-s%C3%B6ka-en-anst%C3%A4llning).

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