Research Associate (Computer Science/Software Development) | Wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin/ Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter (m/w/d) 14/2026

TU Bergakademie Freiberg

Freiberg, Sachsen, Sachsen, Deutschland
Published Jan 27, 2026
Full-time
Fixed-term

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

Not specified

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).