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This postdoctoral position requires a PhD in law with a focus on the legal and ethical aspects of artificial intelligence, particularly within the healthcare sector. The candidate should possess expertise in analyzing EU legal frameworks, especially the EU Artificial Intelligence Act (AIA) and associated ethics guidelines, with an emphasis on transparency and fairness in AI applications for mental health screening such as Major Depressive Disorder. Strong interdisciplinary research skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team are essential. Excellent communication skills are required to convey complex legal and ethical concepts to both scientific and general audiences. Experience in AI and healthcare law is highly desirable. The role involves conducting comparative legal analyses, contributing to teaching duties, and engaging in collaborative research activities. Physical presence at the University of Copenhagen's Frederiksberg Campus is expected, although some remote work flexibility is offered. The ideal candidate demonstrates a rigorous academic background, a commitment to trustworthy AI principles, and an interest in bridging law, ethics, and technology in the mental health domain. Familiarity with EU regulations governing AI and healthcare technologies will significantly enhance the candidate's fit for this role.
About the role
- 2-year postdoc position in AI and Law at the Department of Food and Resource Economics (IFRO), University of Copenhagen
- Part of the TrustMind project funded by the Lundbeck Foundation
- Focus on legal and ethical aspects of AI algorithms for mental health screening (Major Depressive Disorder)
- Analyze EU Artificial Intelligence Regulation (AIA) requirements, especially transparency and fairness
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (law, ethics, economics, sociology, philosophy)
- Located at Frederiksberg Campus
Responsibilities
- Research on legal aspects of trustworthy AI in the EU context
- Analyze and compare AIA requirements with EU ethics guidelines
- Collaborate with other researchers in the project
- Teaching duties
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- PhD in law
- Interest in interdisciplinary research and collaboration
- Good communication skills (scientific and general audiences)
- Preferably, experience analyzing EU legal frameworks for AI in healthcare
- Physical presence at IFRO expected, with some flexibility for remote work
Nice to Have
- Experience relevant to AI and healthcare law
Benefits
- Welcoming, interdisciplinary research environment
- Social events and supportive work culture
- Flexibility and possibility to work from home
- Salary and terms according to Danish academic agreements
- Possibility for salary negotiation
How to Apply
- Application must be in English and submitted electronically
- Include:
- Curriculum vitae
- Diplomas (Master and PhD or equivalent)
- Research plan (current and future research)
- Complete publication list
- Separate reprints of 3 relevant papers
- Deadline: 12.01.2026, 23:59 GMT +1
- Interviews at the end of February 2026
- For inquiries, contact Associate Professor Sune Holm ([email protected])
- Read about the recruitment process: http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/
- Applicants may be subject to security screening for international collaborations
- Please mention in your application that you found the job at Jobindex
Additional Information
- Position open from April 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter
- The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background
- More about IFRO: https://ifro.ku.dk/english/
- More about the TrustMind project: https://lundbeckfonden.com/news/120-million-dkk-interdisciplinary-brain-research/melanie-ganz-benjaminsen
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