Research Assistant (m/f/d)

In the research group Dependable and Autonomous Cyber-physical Systems (DACS) on Institute for Software and Systems Engineering (ISSE) at Clausthal University of Technology has an immediate vacancy for a

research assistant (m/f/d)

(TV-L E 13)

in the field of Reliable (Safe and Protected) Autonomous Driving in Clausthal-Zellerfeld, initially for a period of up to 3 years on a full-time basis. The position is generally suitable for part-time work. As part of the job, the opportunity to do a doctorate at Clausthal University of Technology is offered.

The Institute for Software and Systems Engineering (ISSE) is one of the two computer science institutes at Clausthal University of Technology and is home to several research groups. You can find more information about the ISSE Institute on our website: https://www.isse.tu-clausthal.de/.

Your tasks are

• Research and development in the above mentioned topics.
• Design and implementation of prototypes.
• Publication of your results at national and international conferences.
• Support in the preparation of lectures, supervision of exercises and of students (in our B.Sc. and M.Sc. programs).

Your profile:

• Very good/good degree (Master, Diploma) in computer science, business informatics, mathematics or similar with interest in scientific work as part of a doctorate.
• Independent, structured way of working, quick comprehension and the ability to familiarize yourself quickly with new concepts.
• Enjoyment of scientific work.
• Very good/good programming skills (at least in Python and C++).
• Good written and spoken German (at least C1 level) and English.
• In-depth experience in software engineering, with a sound understanding of key principles and best practices.

Knowledge of the following areas is desirable:

• Experience and/or prior knowledge in one of the following areas: software testing, runtime monitoring or diagnostics combined with a desire to embed these in today's assurance processes.
• Knowledge of software development methods (especially agile methods such as Scrum) and modeling of system structures and behavior.
• Experience with common software development tools, for example Git, IDEs, CI/CD and issue tracking.

We offer:

• A family-friendly and collegial working environment in committed teams as well as interdisciplinary and varied areas of responsibility.
• The opportunity to develop innovative approaches and solutions independently.
• The opportunity to evaluate your results directly in industrial projects.
• The opportunity to do a doctorate in cooperation with national and international research partners and companies.
• Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work remotely.
• Lounge lab, table football and social events.
• Regular training and further education.

Remuneration is based on the collective agreement for the public service of the federal states
(TV-L). The TV-L provides for an annual special payment at the end of the year. In addition, we offer a separate supplementary pension scheme in the form of a company pension (VBL).

Clausthal University of Technology supports the compatibility of career and family through flexible working time models within the scope of official possibilities and is a member of the university association "Family in the University".

Equality in all its facets, equal opportunities, diversity and family friendliness are important to Clausthal University of Technology. People with disabilities are given priority if they are suitable. Applications from people of all nationalities are welcome.

Please send your application with the usual documents (at least consisting of CV, Master's degree certificate and transcript of grades from the Master's program) by e-mail (in a single PDF file) by 15.04.2025 to:
info@isse.tu-clausthal.de

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Please note our information on data protection in the application process at https://www.tu-clausthal.de/universitaet/karriere-ausbildung/stellenangebote/hinweise-zum-datenschutz-im-bewerbungsverfahren.

Application costs cannot be reimbursed. The application documents will be destroyed after completion of the selection process in compliance with the statutory provisions.