Postdoc in Writing for Publication and Generative Artificial Intelligence

Organisation/Company

Chalmers University of Technology

Research Field

Computer science » Other
Language sciences » Linguistics
Language sciences » Other
Psychological sciences » Psychology

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Application Deadline

30 Mar 2026 - 21:59 (UTC)

Country

Sweden

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team in the interdisciplinary research project:

Knowledge making in the era of Artificial Intelligence: the social regulation of writing for publication processes and products

Become part of our innovative project and contribute to exciting research on writing for publication and generative artificial intelligence within a collaborative and dynamic environment. The project is funded through a grant awarded by the Swedish Research Council with focus on the social consequences of digitalisation (Dnr. 2025-03827). It aims to investigate how AI tools are reshaping writing for publication, the social regulation of writing processes, and the linguistic and rhetorical characteristics of published research texts. Read more here .

About us 

You will be part of the Division for Language and Communication at the Department of Communication and Learning in Science, and a member of our graduate school Communication and Learning in STEM. The division’s research is situated at the intersection of higher education pedagogy, communication pedagogy, applied linguistics, and diversity and internationalisation studies.

The advertised position will be located at the intersection of our two research themes:

• Digital Learning and Teaching, and
• Writing in doctoral education, scientific writing, and science communication.

Working across these themes, you will join a team of researchers investigating how digital advancements are transforming scientific communication, writing practices, and learning in STEM.

The division offers ample opportunities for collaboration and networking, both within Chalmers and through our strong national and international research networks. As a postdoctoral researcher, you will be encouraged to take an active role in this vibrant research environment, shaping your work in dialogue with ongoing research and interdisciplinary collaborations.

About the research project  

Artificial Intelligence is increasingly embedded in writing for publication. While Generative AI tools may support efficiency and access, they also raise critical questions about authorship, agency, collaboration, and the diversity of scientific discourse.

This project examines:

• How AI affects self-regulation, co-regulation, and socially shared regulation during writing for publication.
• How AI-assisted writing may shape rhetorical conventions, linguistic diversity, and homogenization in published research.

The project combines micro-ethnographic, multimodal analyses of writing processes (e.g. keystroke logging, screen capture, stimulated-recall interviews) with corpus-based and genre-oriented analyses of published academic texts.

Who we are looking for The following requirements are mandatory: 

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English  

Qualifications required

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate who meets the following qualifications:

• Educational background: A PhD degree in a field relevant to the project, such as applied linguistics, educational psychology, computational linguistics, psychology/cognitive science with a focus on writing, or educational sciences.
• Research experience: Strong knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods and a demonstrated interest in multimodal and/or longitudinal research designs.
• Language proficiency: Fluency in English (spoken and written) is required. Additional proficiency in Swedish and/or any other language is considered an asset.
• Personal qualities: Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential, as the project involves designing and managing demanding data collections.

What you will do 

As a Postdoctoral researcher, your primary responsibility will be to carry out data collection and analysis in close collaboration with the researchers on the project. You key responsibilities include:

• Co-lead longitudinal data collection with early career researchers across disciplines (recruitment, scheduling, participant communication, and fieldwork coordination).
• Collect and manage multimodal process data on writing-for-publication, including keystroke logging, screen capture, interviews/stimulated recall, and text drafts.
• Conduct micro-ethnographic and qualitative analyses of writing regulation processes (SRL, CoRL, SSRL), identifying triggers, interaction patterns, and trajectories over time.
• Support and co-lead Strand 2 corpus work, including compiling and documenting the corpus (selection criteria, inclusion/exclusion, metadata) and contributing to rhetorical/linguistic analyses (genre analysis and/or computational/AI-assisted text analysis).
• Collaborate in interpretation and theorization with the project team, integrating micro-level process findings with macro-level disciplinary and sociocultural contexts.
• Produce research outputs: co-author peer-reviewed journal articles, conference presentations, and contribute to project reports and dissemination materials. 

Contract terms  

The position is a temporary full-time employment for two years with the possibility of a one-year extension. 

The position requires physical presence throughout the entire employment. A valid residence permit must be presented by the start date, otherwise the offer may be withdrawn. 

For more information about working at Chalmers and moving to Sweden, including information about visas and residence permits, healthcare, housing, banking, childcare and schools, please visit Chalmers' page For you who have accepted a position at Chalmers . 

What we offer 

• As a postdoc at Chalmers, you are an employee and enjoy all employee benefits. Read more about  working at Chalmers  and our benefits   for employees. 
• A dynamic and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg . 
• Read more about Sweden’s generous parental leave, subsidized day care, free schools, healthcare etc at Move To Gothenburg.  

Chalmers is dedicated to improving gender balance and actively works with equality projects, such as the GENIE Initiative for gender equality and excellence . We celebrate diversity and consider equality and inclusion as fundamental aspects of all our activities. 

If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses to help you settle in. 

Application procedure 

The application should be written in English be attached as PDF-files, as below. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files. 

Required documents:

1. Curriculum Vitae (please name the file CV, Family name), including:

• Information on previous employment, leadership qualifications, and positions of trust
• Names and contact details of two references

2. Personal letter (please name the file Personal letter, Family name). 1–3 pages where you:

• Introduce yourself
• Describe your previous experience relevant to the position (e.g., education, PhD thesis work, and any other research activities)
• Outline your main research interests and research goals.

Other documents

• Copies of PhD thesis.
• Copies of 2-3 relevant publications.
• Attested copies of transcripts and certificates of completed education, grades, and other merits.

Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.  

Please note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered. Contact details to references will be requested after the interview. 

We welcome your application no later than March 30, 2026

Starting date: August 2026 

For questions please contact: 

Raffaella Negretti, negretti@chalmers.se

Baraa Khuder, Khuder@chalmers.se

We look forward to your application! 

*** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. ***  

Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level. The university has 3100 employees and 10,000 students, and offers education in engineering, science, shipping and architecture. With scientific excellence as a basis, Chalmers promotes knowledge and technical solutions for a sustainable world. Through global commitment and entrepreneurship, we foster an innovative spirit, in close collaboration with wider society. 
Chalmers was founded in 1829 and has the same motto today as it did then: Avancez – forward. 

Chalmers University of Technology conducts research and education in engineering sciences, architecture, mathematical sciences, natural and nautical sciences, working in close collaboration with industry and society. The strategy for scientific excellence focuses on our eight Areas of Advance; Built Environment, Energy, Information & Communication Technology, Life Science, Materials Science, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology, Production and Transport. The aim is to make an active contribution to a sustainable future using the basic sciences as a foundation and innovation and entrepreneurship as the central driving forces. Chalmers has around 11,000 students and 3,000 employees. New knowledge and improved technology have characterised Chalmers since its foundation in 1829, completely in accordance with the will of William Chalmers and his motto: Avancez!

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/chalmers-university-of-technology/2026/postdoc…

Research Field

Computer science

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Language sciences

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Language sciences

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Psychological sciences

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Chalmers University of Technology

Country

Sweden

City

Gothenburg

Postal Code

412 58

Street

Maskingränd 2

City

Gothenburg

Website

https://www.chalmers.se/en/

Postal Code

412 58

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