[DL] JOB Posting: 2 year postdoc position in "AI: LLM, Ontologies and KGs" at Jönköping University, Sweden

[Maria Hedblom]

Postdoc Researcher in AI: Language Models, Ontologies and Knowledge GraphsThe
School of Engineering, Department of Computing / Jönköping AI Lab

*We invite you to apply for a 2-year postdoctoral position in the area of
hybrid AI, combining modern language models (LMs) with ontologies and
knowledge graphs (KGs). *The position is part of a newly funded 4-year
research project starting in 2026, focused on domain-specific, trustworthy,
and explainable AI systems.
Work tasks

Recent advances in foundation models have demonstrated impressive
capabilities, but they still face critical limitations in reasoning,
explainability, robustness, and domain adaptation. This project explores
integrations of  modern LMs with ontologies and knowledge graphs to address
these challenges.

The research will investigate:

   - Ontology- and KG-enhanced language models
   - Domain-specific language models and retrieval-augmented generation
   - Knowledge grounding, constraint-aware generation, and explainability
   - Evaluation methodologies for knowledge-intensive AI systems

The project will be driven by real-world domain applications in materials,
casting, and manufacturing, developed in close collaboration with domain
experts, ensuring both scientific depth and applied impact.
What We Offer

   - Freedom to shape research directions and co-develop the project agenda
   - Opportunities for high-impact publications and open-source
   contributions
   - Collaboration with PhD student, domain experts and international
   partners
   - Support for conference travel and research networking
   - A stimulating interdisciplinary research environment

More information about Jönköping University as a workplace, conditions and
benefits on https://ju.se/en/about-us/work-at-jonkoping-university.html
Required Qualifications

Applicants must have been awarded a PhD in Computer Science, Artificial
Intelligence, Engineering disciplines with demonstrated research in AI, or
a closely related field, completed by the start date and no more than three
years before the application deadline.

Strong research background in at least one of the following areas:

   - Ontologies, Knowledge Graphs, and Knowledge-based Systems, or
   - Natural Language Processing, Large/Small Language Models, and/or
   Transformer-based Architectures

Demonstrated ability and interest in working across methodological
boundaries

   - Solid programming skills (e.g. Python) and experience with
   research-oriented software development
   - Evidence of research excellence (publications, open-source
   contributions, or comparable output)

Desired Qualifications

Experience or strong interest in the integration of language models with
structured knowledge. Familiarity with one or more of the following:

   - Knowledge graph construction, querying, or reasoning
   - Ontology engineering and semantic modeling
   - Retrieval-Augmented Generation or knowledge grounding
   - Fine-tuning or adaptation of language models
   - Interest in domain-specific and explainable AI applications

You will find generell information about a postdoc position and the
recruitment process at JU, in the Appointment procedure.
Employment details

The position is a fixed-term employment, for two years, full-time (100%),
with a *start from 1 September 2026*, or according to agreement. Individual
salary setting and collective agreement applicable.
Application

We look forward to receiving your application by *March 10, 2026*,
including the following documents:

   - Cover letter
   - CV
   - Certified copies of certificates and diplomas
   - Verified list of qualifications
   - References
   - List of publications
   - Other (optional)



*Full details and application instructions are available
here:https://ju.varbi.com/se/what:job/jobID:891496/where:4/
<https://ju.varbi.com/se/what:job/jobID:891496/where:4/>*

Jönköping University is a modern institution, characterised by
internationalisation and an entrepreneurial spirit. We attract highly
qualified, inventive and enterprising people from all around the world. We
develop new knowledge and share our expertise through solid collaborations
with industry and business, the public sector and other higher education
institutions. We offer an equal and inclusive workplace and we welcome
applicants with diverse backgrounds. For more information, visit www.ju.se
<https://ju.se/en.html>
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