Postdoctoral Researcher Position in Literature and Generative AI at University of Bergen, Norway
About the Position/Job
The Center for Digital Narrative (CDN) at the University of Bergen is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher Position in Literature and Generative AI. This exciting opportunity aligns with the prestigious ERC-funded AI STORIES project, investigating how generative AI models replicate and reshape deep cultural narrative structures. The position supports interdisciplinary research at the intersection of literary studies, digital humanities, and artificial intelligence, and contributes to the University’s vision of leading innovation in digital culture and narrative research.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Postdoctoral Researcher Position
- Institution: University of Bergen
- Department: Department of Linguistic, Literary and Aesthetic Studies
- Research Field: Literature and Generative AI
- Location: Bergen, Norway
- Number of Post: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (Postdoc)
- Start Date (Anticipated): November 2025 or as agreed
- Working Hours: 40 hours per week (approximate full-time academic schedule)
- Salary Range: NOK 645,000 per annum (gross)
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research Area
- Digital Narrative
- Generative AI
- Literary Studies
- Computational Literary Analysis
- Digital Culture
- Narrative Theory
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in literary studies, digital humanities, computational linguistics, computer science, or a related field
- Experience with programming
- Excellent English communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with literary theory and computational literary analysis
- Familiarity with fine-tuning and using large language models
- Skills in digital data analysis and visualization
- Demonstrated interest in interdisciplinary research
Key Responsibilities
- Design and conduct experiments with generative AI models
- Use both qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze AI-generated narratives
- Collaborate with PhD students and researchers within the AI STORIES project
- Co-author academic papers and present findings at international conferences
- Organize and participate in academic workshops and outreach events
- Follow open science principles by publishing datasets, code, and research results
- Contribute to teaching and dissemination activities (25% of the position)
Application Process
How to Apply
Apply electronically via the University of Bergen job portal by clicking “Apply for this Job” on the official listing.
Required Documents:
- Project outline (max 2 pages)
- Bibliography for the proposed project
- Cover letter describing motivation and research interests
- Updated CV
- Transcripts and diplomas (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD or PhD submission proof)
- Summary of PhD thesis (up to 3 pages)
- Full publication list
- Up to five key academic works
- Two references (including PhD supervisor)
All documents must be submitted in English or a Scandinavian language. Other languages require certified translations.
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Already Open
- Deadline: 15th June 2025
- Interview Date: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview
Useful Links
- Institution Website: https://www.uib.no/en
- Job Posting: Postdoctoral Research Fellow on Literature and Generative AI at the Center for Digital Narrative (280778) | University of Bergen
- Apply Now: Apply via Jobbnorge
