Published on
April 2, 2026
Last update: April 2, 2026
Join the SUSAI Project as a Student Assistant
Career Opportunity: Join the SUSAI Project as a Student Assistant
Are you fascinated by the evolving relationship between humans and technology? Do you want to uncover why some people remain skeptical of Artificial Intelligence? The research project Suspicious of Artificial Intelligence (SUSAI), led by Dr. Glenda Hannibal, is looking for motivated student assistants to join the team!
About the Project
SUSAI explores a critical yet often overlooked aspect of the digital age: mistrust in AI. While most research focuses on how to build trust, SUSAI investigates the roots of unwillingness to trust. By combining extensive literature reviews with expert interviews, the project aims to develop a conceptual model of mistrust applicable to everyday Human-AI Interaction (HAII).
Your Contribution
As a Student Project Assistant, you won’t just be watching from the sidelines—you will be an active part of the research process. Your activities will include:
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Literature Research: Identifying, screening, and coding academic papers.
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Expert Interviews: Preparing protocols, transcribing, and analyzing themes.
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Scientific Writing: Contributing to research papers and reporting results.
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Project Collaboration: Participating in planning meetings and dissemination strategies.
Key Details
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Start Date: June 1st, 2026
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Workload: 10 or 20 hours per week
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Duration: Up to 12 months
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Gross Salary: €689.80 (10h) | €1,379.60 (20h)
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Location: University of Salzburg (PLUS)
Who are we looking for?
We welcome students (Bachelor or Master) from various disciplines, including Computer Science, AI, Human-Computer Interaction, Philosophy, Psychology, and Sociology.
Requirements:
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Fluent in spoken and written English.
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Familiarity with the LaTeX typesetting system.
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Interest in trust/technology research and willingness to learn MAXQDA.
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Strong self-organization and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted in English and include a short statement of motivation, your CV (PDF), and contact info for two references.
Please send your documents as soon as possible, but no later than May 15th, 2026, to:
This is a unique chance to gain hands-on experience in high-level academic research and build professional skills in one of the most relevant fields of our time. We look forward to your application!
