Research Associate (Computer Science/Software Development) | Wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin/ Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter (m/w/d) 14/2026
TU Bergakademie Freiberg
Job Summary
This role is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional in Computer Science or Software Engineering to transition scientific research into a market-ready product, culminating in the launch of an innovative tech startup. Based at the Institute for Geophysics and Geoinformatics, the Research Associate will focus on developing imaging methods for non-destructive structural testing. Key responsibilities include designing the system architecture for a mobile ultrasonic data recording system, implementing interfaces between the measuring unit and the operating unit, and developing a frontend for scientific software. The position requires a Master's degree in a relevant field, experience in backend development is desirable, and a strong entrepreneurial spirit is essential for successfully building and spinning off a high-tech startup.
Required Skills
Education
University Diploma or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or comparable field
Experience
- Professional experience in software development and computer science
- Experience in backend development (desirable)
- Readiness to take on responsibility
- Experience with EXIST Research Transfer projects (implied by context)
Languages
Additional
- Must meet the requirements for fixed-term employment contracts according to the German Act on Fixed-Term Scientific Contracts (WissZeitVG). Position is conditional on funding approval (Mittelbewilligung).
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