Postdoctoral Researcher in Human-Centered Health Technology for Long-Term Care

KU Leuven is one of Europe’s leading universities, renowned for its high-quality research and education. The Faculty of Engineering Technology offers practice-oriented academic education in an inspiring, international environment. The Group T Leuven Campus is known for its strong focus on project-based learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and close ties with industry and healthcare partners. Within this context, the e-Media Research Lab conducts research at the intersection of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), digital technology, and societal challenges such as healthy ageing.

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Responsibilities

We are looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to strengthen our research and educational activities in the domain of human-centered digital health and HCI in general. The position focuses on the design and evaluation of accessible technologies to support physical activity, health, and wellbeing of older adults.

This is a part-time (80%) appointment for one year, starting in September 2026.

Research assignment:

·       Designing and evaluating user-centered technologies for older adults

·       Developing wearable, mobile or vision-based systems

·       Applying AI and data-driven methods

·       Conducting participatory research and publishing research results

Teaching assignment:

·       Teaching and coaching first-year students in the Integrated Labs of Engineering Experience

·       Guiding student teams in the Engineering experience courses

·       Supporting HCI courses within the programme

Profile

·       PhD in HCI field

·       Expertise in HCI and digital health

·       Experience with sensors, data or AI

·       Strong interest in education

·       Excellent English communication skills

·       Excellent knowledge of Dutch is required

Offer

80% AAP position as a postdoctoral-assistant (1 year), dynamic environment, competitive salary (barema 44)

Interested?

For more information please contact Prof. dr. Bert Lagaisse, mail: [email protected].

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