The Delegation Paradox: How AI Assistance Changes Human Agency, Competence and Responsibility
Abstract
How does delegating to AI change human agency, competence and responsibility? This PhD investigates how AI assistance influences judgement, learning and people's participation in decisions. It connects psychological science with the design of tools that distribute activity between people and AI. Controlled experiments and repeated interaction will examine the benefits and consequences of different forms of assistance. The project suits a student with programming and quantitative research skills who can build AI-assisted interfaces and turn psychological questions into behavioural experiments. Findings will inform technologies that enhance performance while supporting human capability and accountability.
How to Apply
Please contact Dr Nejra van Zalk if you are interested in applying for this project.
For more information on submitting a PhD application, please consult our application pages here. When you submit your application, please cite this project title in the 'how you are planning to fund your PhD' section.
The deadline for submitting your application is 11 January 2027.