Research Associate / PhD Candidate in Computer Science (Conversational Geographic Question Answering) | Informatiker (m/w/d)
Technische Universität Dresden
Job Summary
This role is based at the Chair of Geoinformatics within the Faculty of Environmental Sciences at TU Dresden. As a Research Associate and PhD Candidate, you will contribute to the DFG-funded project 'Chat4Data.' Your daily responsibilities will involve building and maintaining a data corpus for scientific geographic question answering, as well as designing and implementing automated testing strategies for conversational systems based on geographic knowledge graphs. Additionally, you will conduct user-centered evaluations of these systems. This position offers a unique opportunity for academic qualification, specifically towards a doctorate, within one of Germany's Universities of Excellence. The role is ideal for individuals passionate about the intersection of Geoinformatics and Human-Computer Interaction, providing a structured yet proactive research environment for three years. You will work in an international setting where diversity is highly valued, contributing to cutting-edge research in semantic web technologies and conversational AI.
Required Skills
Education
Master of Science or Diploma in Computer Science, Geoinformatics, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.
Experience
- Professional experience in scientific research within the field of Computer Science or Geoinformatics
- Experience in programming using languages such as Python, R, or Java
- Experience with Semantic Web standards like RDF and SPARQL is preferred
- Demonstrated experience in structured and proactive project work
Languages
Additional
- The position is limited to a duration of 3 years according to WissZeitVG. Candidates must meet the personal requirements for the E 13 TV-L salary group. The role is based in Dresden, Germany.
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