Research Associate / Postdoctoral Researcher | Research Associate / PostDoc (m/f/x)

Technische Universität Dresden Arbeitsstätte Dresden

Dresden, Sachsen, Deutschland
Published Nov 12, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This position is for a Research Associate or Postdoctoral Researcher at the TUD Dresden University of Technology, within the Faculty of Computer Science's Chair of Machine Learning for Robotics. The successful candidate will define and lead new research directions, focusing primarily on Robotic Manipulation, Robot Learning, Touch Sensing, and Machine Learning. Day-to-day activities involve significant research leadership, supervising Bachelor, Master, and PhD students, engaging in teaching, and supporting administrative tasks like grant writing. Key requirements include a PhD in Computer Science, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field, coupled with practical experience in Machine Learning algorithms, robot control and operation, and strong programming skills (ROS, C/C++, Python, PyTorch). This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in robotics and AI within a University of Excellence, fostering innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Required Skills

Education

PhD degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related fields

Experience

  • Professional experience defining and leading new research directions
  • Professional experience with Machine Learning algorithms and systems
  • Professional experience with robot control and operation
  • Professional experience in operation and administration under Linux
  • Experience in student supervision and academic teaching

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Fixed-term contract until March 26, 2028; Employment governed by the Fixed Term Research Contracts Act (WissZeitVG); High degree of independence and commitment required