In order to expand the Centre for Visual Data Science, the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Southern Denmark, Odense, invites applications for a Postdoc position in Computer Science with a focus on visual data science. An ideal candidate has a solid education in computer science, data science or applied mathematics as well as demonstrated research experience in one of the following topics:
extended reality (virtual reality, augmented reality)
human-computer interaction
computer vision
The capability to successfully conduct research projects in interdisciplinary collaborations with domain experts in the humanities, social sciences, biology, or health is perceived as a fundamental skill for employment at the Centre for Visual Data Science. Fluency in English and Python are required.
The successful candidate will be based in Odense, under the primary supervision of Prof. Stefan Jänicke. The appointment will be made for 2 (two) years at a competitive salary.
Deadlines and Contact Information
The proposed starting date is 1 February 2026.
For further information, please contact Professor Stefan Jänicke <stjaenicke@imada.sdu.dk>.
About the department
Based in Odense, the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers an inclusive and international working environment with state-of-the-art facilities as well as a strong tradition for collaboration across departments and faculties, and with other educational institutions, municipalities, and industries. The degrees offered by the department include bachelor, masters, and PhD in computer science, and a masters in data science. Our assistant and associate professors have very reasonable teaching loads.
About the university
The University of Southern Denmark was founded in 1966 and now has more than 27.000 students, almost 20% of whom are from abroad. It has more than 3,800 employees, and 115 different study programs in the fields of the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, health sciences, and engineering. Its main campus is located in Odense, the third largest city in Denmark. Odense provides family-friendly living conditions with the perfect combination of a historic city center with an urban feel and yet a close proximity to beaches and recreational areas. Its location on the beautiful island of Funen is ideal with easy access by train or highway to the bigger cities of Aarhus and Copenhagen. As the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen, Denmark’s famous fairytale author, the city is home to a vibrant and creative population that hosts numerous festivals and markets throughout the year.
Application deadline: 24. december 2025 at 23:59 hours local Danish time
Please see the full call, including how to apply, on www.sdu.dk
INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:
- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:
Odense Kommune
-Virksomheden tilbyder:
-Arbejdsgiver:
Syddansk Universitet, Campusvej, 5230 Odense M
-Ansøgning:
Ansøgningsfrist: 24-12-2025;
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