Research Associate in Virtual/Augmented Reality (PhD Position) | 006/2026 Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in (m/w/d) im Bereich Virtual/Augmented Reality (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a Research Associate to join the Virtual and Augmented Reality group within the Faculty of Computer Science, focusing on a PhD project integrated into the STIMULATE research campus. The core mission involves pioneering research and development in medical visualization using VR/AR technologies. Specifically, the role centers on creating novel visualization methods, with a strong emphasis on volumetric and context-adaptive visualization of medical data for direct use in surgical decision-making processes. Candidates must possess a university degree (Master's/Diploma) in Computer Science, Visual Computing, Medical Technology, or a related field, coupled with experience in 3D data handling, VR/AR prototyping (e.g., Unity), and conducting user studies. This position offers the chance to collaborate closely with medical professionals and contribute significantly to cutting-edge human-machine interaction research.