Research Associate (PhD Position) | Wissenschaftliche:r Mitarbeiter:in (m/w/d), EG 13 TV-H

Universität Kassel

Kassel, Hessen, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Nov 2, 2025
Part-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This part-time, fixed-term Research Associate position offers a challenging opportunity for a professional seeking a doctorate focused on digital innovation and generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). The successful candidate will join an innovative research team dedicated to developing methods and tools for managing Big Data and AI, specifically exploring how generative AI can be used to create sustainable societal value and service innovations. Day-to-day responsibilities include taking early ownership in an interdisciplinary team, researching and implementing data-driven value creation approaches, designing generative AI systems (such as co-pilots), and conducting independent empirical studies. Key qualifications include a completed scientific university degree in Information Systems or Business Informatics, experience collaborating with companies, and strong knowledge of empirical and quantitative research methods, including software like Python or R. This role provides extensive support for doctoral studies, connecting academic research directly with practical application in future-proof technologies.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree or equivalent scientific university degree in Information Systems or Business Informatics

Experience

  • Experience collaborating with companies
  • Professional experience in applying new technologies (e.g., Generative AI, Machine Learning)
  • Professional experience with empirical research methods (e.g., experiments, econometrics)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Part-time employment (20 hours per week), Fixed-term contract until July 31, 2028 (pursuant to Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz), Required degree must be obtained by the start date (December 1, 2025), High resilience (Belastbarkeit)