Research Associate (PhD Candidate) in Big Data Analytics | Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in (Doktorand*in) Ausschreibungs-ID: fb12-0018-wmz-2025

Philipps-Universität Marburg

Marburg, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Dec 4, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role is a three-year, full-time Research Associate position focused on a DFG-funded project called "Metaserve," which aims to develop an advanced Data Profiling system capable of automatically identifying structural metadata patterns (like functional dependencies and inclusion relationships) in relational data. The successful candidate will contribute to scientific services in research and teaching, execute R&D tasks within the Metaserve project, and publish findings at international conferences. Key requirements include a Master’s degree in Computer Science or Data Science, strong programming skills, algorithmic understanding, and foundational knowledge of database technologies and data management disciplines. This position offers the opportunity for independent scientific work, leading to a PhD qualification in Data Engineering, supported by a highly motivated team and modern research infrastructure.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Data Science, or comparable field, completed with a very good average grade.

Experience

  • Demonstrated aptitude for independent scientific work (e.g., through thesis or publication)
  • Professional experience in software development and programming (ideally demonstrable through completed projects)
  • Teaching experience in courses or tutoring (advantageous)

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Commitment to pursuing scientific qualification (e.g., a PhD project in Data Engineering).