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Post-doc Researcher

Postdoc position in Artificial Intelligence

Join the HAICu project at the University of Groningen and help transform how we engage with history. As a Postdoc in Artificial Intelligence, you will advance continual machine learning and human-in-the-loop systems to analyze diverse digital heritage collections. This multidisciplinary position offers opportunities to collaborate with leading researchers and major Dutch cultural institutions, with a focus on developing algorithms for deep, multimodal understanding of historical documents. If you are a motivated researcher eager to connect AI and the Humanities in a renowned research environment, we encourage you to apply to help make cultural heritage more accessible and advance AI research.

Faculty of Science and Engineering

Apply no later than: 15 March 2026 23:59 Dutch local time

0.8 - 1 FTE

€4.241 - €4.241

Postdoc position in Artificial Intelligence

Academiegebouw van de RuG in Groningen

https://werkenbij.rug.nl/vacature/postdoc-position-in-artificial-intelligence-1759/?langlang=en

What are you going to do?

In this role, you will lead the development of machine learning and deep learning algorithms with continual learning capabilities to improve the analysis of complex historical manuscripts. As part of the HAICu research project, you will collaborate with PhD researchers and digital humanities experts to design systems that integrate human labeling and machine-based clustering. Your work will address multimodal challenges, including layout analysis, logical reading order, and the detection of specialized textual and graphic patterns. In addition to research, you will publish your findings in international journals and make your algorithms available to project partners under open-access conditions.

Faculty of Science and Engineering

Closing date: 15 March 2026

€4.241 - €4.241

Who are you?

• a PhD degree in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or Computer Science (or a related discipline with specialisation in machine learning or continual learning)
• a proven publication record showcasing your ability to produce high-quality research published in international, peer-reviewed journals
• good programming skills and hands-on experience with machine learning techniques and deep neural networks
• excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• high motivation to work in multidisciplinary contexts
• an integrative and cooperative personality with excellent communication and social skills
• Fluent proficiency in English - written and oral. Knowing Dutch is beneficial. (Standard English proficiency test might be required by the University of Groningen)
• Experience supervising BSc/MSc/PhD students is an advantage.

What can you expect from us?

• In accordance with the collective labor agreement for Dutch universities, we offer a salary of at least € 4.241 up to a maximum of € 4.241 (schaal 10.4) gross per month for a full-time employment contract.
• 232 vacation hours per year, based on a 38-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). You can also work more or fewer hours in exchange for more or fewer free hours. For example, with a 40-hour workweek, you save 96 extra free hours, and with a 36-hour workweek, you lose 96 hours.
• End-of-year bonus of 8.3% and 8% holiday allowance.
• Extensive opportunities for personal and professional development.
• 3-year position
Academiegebouw van de RuG in Groningen

Where will you be working?

At the University of Groningen (UG), researchers from all fields of academia and technology are working on academic challenges and societal questions. Lecturers prepare their students for meaningful careers within or outside the academic world. Interdisciplinary research and teaching, sharing of knowledge, collaboration with businesses, government institutions, and societal organizations are aspects that are of the utmost importance to this European top university. The UG aims to be an open academic community with an inclusive and safe working climate that invites you to add your value.

The Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE) provides teaching and research across a wide range of disciplines, from physics and biology to artificial intelligence, mechanical engineering, and pharmacy. In close collaboration with partners from industry, healthcare, and society, we contribute to the urgent challenges of our time, such as energy, sustainability, digitization, and medical technology. Our community is open and informal, with more than 7,000 students, 1,000 PhD students, and 1,400 staff members from all over the world. If you would like to learn more about the Faculty of Science and Engineering, visit rug.nl/fse .

You will be based at the University of Groningen, an internationally recognized institution founded in 1614. You will join the Department of Artificial Intelligence within the Bernoulli Institute, part of the Faculty of Science and Engineering. As a member of the HAICu project (Work Package 2), you will work in a multidisciplinary environment under the supervision of Dr. , Prof. Jilles Dibangoye, and Prof. (Emeritus) Lambert Schomaker. Your role includes collaborating with PhDs and postdocs from both the University of Groningen and the University of Twente. You will also engage with digital humanities researchers and partners from leading Dutch cultural heritage institutions, such as the Nationaal Archief, Collectie Overijssel, and Groninger Archieven.

Application procedure

Step 1: Your application

After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation by email.

Step 2: Selection

The selection committee assesses your application and you will be notified as soon as possible whether you are invited for an interview.

Step 3: First interview

We would like to get to know each other better in a first interview, which can take place either online or on location.

Step 4: Second interview and possible assessment or guest lecture

We may schedule a second interview with you. Depending on the position, this interview can be complemented with an assessment or guest lecture.

Step 5: Terms of employment meeting

After a positive interview, we will discuss the terms of employment together. When everything is completed, we are happy to welcome you at the University of Groningen!

Interested?

Does this vacancy appeal to you? If so, click on the button below and apply straightaway.

Please add the following documents to your application:

• A letter stating your motivation to apply and your key qualities relevant to this position,
• Curriculum vitae with a full list of publications,
• Diplomas (BSc, MSc, PhD (if available))
• Contact information of three referees.