The Augment group is one of the research groups in the Human-Computer Interaction section of the Department of Computer Science of KU Leuven. Research in the Augment group focuses on Human-Centered AI, an emerging discipline that aims to amplify and augment human abilities and preserve human control in order to make AI systems more productive, enjoyable, and fair. The objective is to enable end-users to understand the rationale of AI models and to enable them to steer models with input and feedback. The approach is researched to increase appropriate trust, acceptance and accuracy of models and to empower users to be an active and responsive part-taker in data-driven solutions. The focus is on visualisation and interaction techniques, using the full spectrum of hardware from small mobile devices to large multi-touch displays. Applications include learning analytics, precision agriculture, healthcare, media consumption, digital humanities, food & nutrition, fintech and human resources.
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Project
We have an open PhD position (fully funded) in Explainable AI.
Although several explanation methods have been proposed, little work has been done to evaluate whether the proposed methods indeed enhance human interpretability. Many existing methods also require significant expertise and are static. Several researchers have voiced the need for interaction with explanations as a core requirement to support understanding. In this project, we will research the next generation of model-agnostic explanation methods that are tailored to the needs of non-expert users. We will also research how these explanation methods can be combined to develop more powerful explanation interfaces. We will also research how conversational explanation methods able to provide insight into model beliefs and reasoning with natural language can be used as opposed to complex visual representations.
Profile
We expect from applicants:
- an excellent Master degree in Computer Science or related discipline
- strong programming skills
- the ability to do independent research
- a good background and interest in human-computer interaction research
- a good background and interest in language models
- strong commitment and the ability to work in a team
- a high level of proficiency in English, both spoken and written.
Offer
Funding is available immediately. The research will be carried out at the Department of Computer Science of KU Leuven, campus Heverlee.
Interested?
For more information please contact Prof. dr. ir. Katrien Verbert, tel.: +32 16 32 82 86, mail: katrien.verbert@kuleuven.be or Mr. Robin De Croon, tel.: +32 16 37 39 76, mail: robin.decroon@kuleuven.be.
You can apply for this job no later than September 08, 2023 via the online application tool
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