Postdoctoral Associate
Job Summary
The Computer Science (CS) Department at CU Boulder is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to work with Professor Katharina von der Wense, starting in August of 2026. The Postdoctoral Associate will conduct research on how large language models handle uncertainty in their inputs, and investigate different training data attribution methods.
Who We Are
Founded in 1970, the Department of Computer Science at CU Boulder is passionate about real-world, interdisciplinary experiences for our students. Our researchers are making advances in computer science today that will change the world tomorrow. Via the Partnership Program, the department is now helping CU to support higher education across the state of Colorado.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research on input uncertainty and training data attribution in the context of large language models;
- Advise students on the aforementioned research topics;
- Publish on the aforementioned research topics.
What You Should Know
The Postdoctoral Associate will be expected to work both individually and as part of a larger research team.
What We Can Offer
- Salary: $42,637.50 annually;
- Benefits: Medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit.
Be Statements
Be excited. Be impactful. Be Boulder.
What We Require
- Completed PhD in natural language processing or a closely related field.
What You Will Need
- Excellent python and pytorch skills;
- Excellent English writing and communication skills;
- Experience publishing at ACL, NeurIPS, AAAI or related venues.
What We Would Like You To Have
- Experience researching input uncertainty or training data attribution in the context of large language models.
Special Instructions To Apply
- To apply, please submit the following materials: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Reference Letter(s) (Optional), Transcripts/Proof of PhD (if applicable).
To be considered, please apply by July 17, 2026. Applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs. In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.