Research Associate (m/f/d)

Institute for

Remuneration EG 13

ID 23726WE13

Start of employment as soon as possible

Application deadline 30.11.2026

Scope full time and fixed term until 3 years

The Computer Engineering group at the Institute of Embedded Systems, Hamburg University of Technology (TUHH) is looking for a dedicated PhD researcher. We are a dynamic, international team focused on advancing Electronic Design Automation (EDA) for embedded and cyber-physical systems. Our goal is to develop tools and methodologies that rigorously yield high-quality, reliable results for increasingly complex system designs. Specifically, we are having ongoing projects in security analysis, testing of digital systems and AI-based modelling of cyber-physical systems. Our group is tightly coupled to the research training group CAUSE that studies the design of self-explaining systems.

As a researcher and PhD candidate in our group, you will drive state-of-the-art research in modeling, testing, verification, diagnosis, and debugging. A uniquely exciting aspect of your research will be the incorporation of recent Generative AI (GenAI). You will investigate novel design automation methods to improve efficiency and quality while adhering to rigorous guarantees on correctness.

YOUR TASKS

• Conduct independent and collaborative research projects
• Design and implement new software tools for system design
• Present research results at conferences and publish articles in peer-reviewed academic journals
• Engage in the teaching activities of the group
• Contribute to third-party funding applications

YOUR PROFILE

Requirements

• Completed scientific university studies (masters degree or equivalent) in Computer Science or a tightly related field

Desired knowledge and personal skills

• Strong skills in software engineering and computer science theory
• Interest in system and automation tool development with background in dependability
• Proficiency in both German and English to effectively participate in our bilingual teaching environment
• A rigorous, independent work ethic paired with a collaborative mindset to thrive in our international team

OUR OFFER

• Scientific qualification with the opportunity to pursue a PhD
• A job in an interesting, friendly and appreciative working environment
• Intensive introduction and onboarding
• Internal offers for health promotion and special conditions in gyms

At the heart of TU Hamburg’s research, teaching and transfer of technology is the guiding principle of developing technology for people. The TU Hamburg sees itself in this context as a family-friendly and sustainable university with high performance and quality standards that strives for excellence in all its research fields. Interdisciplinarity, innovation, regionality and internationality are binding principles in our actions. With currently around 8.000 students, 110 professors and 1.650 employees, the TU Hamburg is characterised by short decision-making processes and close cooperation between the board, the institutes, the deans of studies, the research areas and the administration. We identify ourselves with a modern leadership culture and cultivate appreciative interaction.

Note regarding the Standard Enquiry under Section 34a of the Hamburg Security Clearance Act:
The department will submit an enquiry to the State Office for the Protection of the Constitution regarding any information it holds on the person selected in the recruitment process, provided that the legal requirements are met ( and ).

For further information please contact Prof. Görschwin Fey, Tel.-Nr. +49 40 30601 3697, Email: .

We value diversity, therefore all applications are welcome, regardless of gender, gender identity, ethnic origin, nationality, age, religion and belief, disability, sexual orientation and identity or social background.

The TU Hamburg stands for as well as

Please send your complete application documents (cover letter, curriculum vitae in table form, proof of completed training and/or university degree, job references or certificates of employment) via the online application system exclusively.