PhD Student – Scientific Employee (m/f/d) in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Intelligent Robot Systems

The Multimodal Intelligent Interaction group at the University of Bamberg aims to fill, at the next possible date, a position as

PhD Student – Scientific Employee (m/f/d)
in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Intelligent Robot Systems
(Full-time, salary according to E13 TV-L)

initially limited to 2 years with the option of extension and the goal of a doctoral degree.

The Multimodal Intelligent Interaction group performs research in the field of intelligent systems and human-robot interaction (HRI). The focus is on hybrid AI approaches, machine learning methods, generative AI, foundation models, and multimodal interaction. Application areas include the intuitive instruction of robot systems and cobots for SMEs, service robots, social robots, humanoid robots.

Your Role:

Research in the area of embodied AI and the intersection of robotics and AI in the context of cobots and human-robot interaction
Independent scientific work on a research topic
Participation in research and teaching at the chair
Presentation of research results at international conferences and publication in internationally recognized journals
Realization and further development of robot demonstrators in research and teaching
Participation in teaching courses and supervision of seminar papers and theses

Your Profile:

Good completed university degree (Master or equivalent) in computer science
Excellent knowledge and experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, computer science, mathematics, or related areas
Very good programming skills (e.g., C++, Python)
Experience in programming with AI frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, Keras, Tensorflow)
Experience in programming distributed robot systems (e.g., Robot Operating System, Franka Research 3)
Strong interest in interdisciplinary research
Strong ability to work analytically, conceptually and independently as well as good communication and teamwork skills
The ability to teach in German and in English is required

General Information:

The University of Bamberg has a strong focus on artificial intelligence with eight core AI professorships, including initiatives such as the Bamberg Center for Artificial Intelligence (BaCAI). Numerous other AI-related professorships are connected via the Hightech Agenda Bayern, with a total of 30 professorships in the field of computer science.

The University of Bamberg aims to increase the ratio of women in research and teaching and therefore strongly encourages suitably qualified women to apply. Applicants with disabilities will have preference at otherwise equal qualifications.

The University of Bamberg has been certified by the Hertie Foundation as a family-friendly university. It focuses on the compatibility of family and career. The city of Bamberg is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and, according to surveys, one of the most beautiful and livable cities in Germany.

Application:

Please send your complete application documents (letter of motivation, CV, academic certificates and transcript of records for Bachelor's and Master's degrees, Bachelor's and Master's theses) via e-mail in the form of a single PDF file (max. 8 MB), stating your earliest possible starting date and the reference number "MII-202506-AI", to the following address: jobs.mii(at)uni-bamberg.de

In case of further questions, please contact Prof. Dr. Markus Rickert.

Application Deadline: 31 July 2025

Contact:

University of Bamberg
Multimodal Intelligent Interaction
Gutenbergstr. 13
96045 Bamberg
E-Mail: jobs.mii(at)uni-bamberg.de
Homepage: www.uni-bamberg.de/mii