Technical Employee (Cognitive Systems Research) | Technische/r Angestellte/r (m/w/d)

Technische Universität Chemnitz

Chemnitz, Sachsen, Sachsen, Deutschland
Published Oct 2, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role involves supporting research within the UNITAS project at Chemnitz University of Technology, focusing on chemical physics and cognitive systems. The Technical Employee will primarily prepare and conduct perceptual psychology studies, specifically concerning the haptic perception of material surfaces. Key day-to-day tasks include performing statistical analysis of study results, documenting findings, creating graphical representations, and assisting with programming using MATLAB and C++ within the CHAI3D framework. Candidates must possess a university degree in Sensor Technology and Cognitive Psychology or a comparable field, coupled with strong expertise in perceptual psychology and practical experience in conducting human subject studies. The position requires an analytical, structured, and cooperative working style, offering an opportunity to contribute to innovative scientific development in a university setting.

Required Skills

Education

University degree (FH, Bachelor, or Professional Academy degree) in Sensor Technology and Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Sciences, or a comparable field

Experience

  • Professional experience in conducting perceptual psychology studies with test subjects
  • Extensive knowledge and experience in haptic and visual perception
  • Extensive knowledge and experience in statistical analysis of perceptual psychological studies
  • Experience with programming using MATLAB and C++ with the CHAI3D framework

Languages

German (Very good)English (Very good)

Additional

  • Temporary contract for 1 year (within the framework of the third-party funded project UNITAS); Part-time employment (50%)