Simon Enni has recently been promoted to Assistant Professor at the Center for Humanities Computing (CHC) at Aarhus University. In his new role, he contributes as a technical lead on the lex.llm project, bringing both continuity and a renewed long-term perspective to his work at the centre.

With a background in computer science and machine learning, Simon approaches his research from a distinctly interdisciplinary angle. His work is grounded in technical expertise but shaped by an openness to methods and perspectives across fields, reflecting a broader commitment to bridging computation and the humanities.

At CHC, Simon plays a key role in the lex.llm project, where the integration of AI into an established knowledge institution has proven to be as much a design challenge as a technical one. This insight has led the project toward participatory design approaches, involving close collaboration with editors at Lex to develop editorial standards for AI systems. Alongside his technical contributions, Simon is actively engaged in coordinating development processes, facilitating workshops with collaborators, and disseminating research findings.

His research trajectory reflects a combination of academic and industry experience. After completing a PhD on fairness, accountability, and transparency in machine learning, Simon spent several years working in applied settings, including roles at the Danish Technological Institute and Trifork. These experiences have shaped his approach to research, equipping him with practical insights into project management, collaboration, and software development, which he now brings back into academia.

With his promotion, Simon looks forward to engaging in longer-term collaborations and developing research perspectives that unfold over time. He is particularly motivated by interdisciplinary exploration and by building connections between research, public institutions, and industry partners.

At CHC, Simon’s work strengthens the centre’s capacity for collaboration and innovation, contributing to its mission of advancing research at the intersection of computation and the humanities. We are delighted to congratulate Simon on his promotion and look forward to the continued impact of his work at CHC.