The University of Kassel is a modern and growing University with round about 21.000 students. The university’s wide range of expertise covers subjects in the natural, applied, cultural and social sciences.

At the University of Kassel, Department Elektrotechnik/Informatik, Institute for System Analytics and Control – Automation and Sensorics in Networked Systems Group (Prof. Dr.-Ing. Christian A. Hans), the following positions are available as of 01 July 2026:

2 Research Assistants (m/w/d), EG 13 TV-H, fixed term-position, full-time (currently 40 hours per week)

Application deadline:
17.04.2026

Date of hire: 01.07.2026

vacancy number: 39193
The job posting is subject to final approval of the project by the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR) which is expected shortly. The position is initially limited until 30 June 2029 in accordance with § 2 Abs. WissZeitVG. The opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree (PhD) is given.

At the Automation and Sensorics in Networked Systems (ASN) Group, methods from automatic control, artificial intelligence, and networked systems are combined. A major application focus of our work are complex energy systems with a high share of decentralized, uncertain, and renewable generation. Our goal is to enable future low-carbon energy systems that support sustainable economies.

As part of a new research project “FLOW”, methods for the integrated operation of water and energy systems are being developed. The aim is to efficiently coordinate the operation of hydropower plants by jointly considering generation, storage, and water management processes, while accounting for uncertainties in inflows, energy prices, and renewable energy infeed. Modern approaches in modeling, optimization, and data-driven forecasting will be applied to enable robust scheduling and well-founded operational decision-making. The developed methods are validated through simulations as well as within a practical assistance system for control rooms. To carry out this project, we are seeking dedicated and motivated researchers.

Tasks:

• Research activities within the above-mentioned project, focusing on the predictive and integrated operation of water and energy systems.
• Developing and implementing models for coupled water and energy systems.
• Developing stochastic, optimization-based approaches for the integrated operation of water and energy systems.
• Pursuing independent research within the project's thematic scope.
• Building required research infrastructure (e.g., simulation servers, lab experiments, digital twins).
• Contributing to academic activities within the group and assisting in the supervision of students.
• Preparing scientific publications and presenting research results at conferences.

Required qualifications:

• University degree (Diploma, Master) in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Technical Cybernetics, Applied Mathematics, or a comparable field. The required degree must be completed by the start of employment.
• Good knowledge of systems theory and control engineering, for example in multivariable or optimal control.
• Careful, independent, and team-oriented working style.
• Ability and motivation to work in interdisciplinary teams.
• Very good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in German, or a willingness to learn German.

Further desirable qualifications:

• Knowledge of model predictive control (MPC) and numerical optimization.
• Knowledge in the field of artificial intelligence.
• Experience in modeling and identification of dynamic systems.
• Familiarity with energy systems with a high share of renewable energy.
• Knowledge of hydrological and hydraulic systems.
• Skills in visualization of probabilistic information.
• A high level of organizational skills.

For further information please contact Prof. Dr.-Ing. Christian A. Hans, Tel.: +49 561 804-6112.

In the event of any differences between the German and English versions of this call for application, the German wording is legally binding.

Our Offer:

As an employee of the University of Kassel

• you will be offered an interesting and diverse range of tasks within the framework of a modern and ambitious university,
• you will be part of an interdisciplinary team with a good and collegial working atmosphere,
• you will have the opportunity to participate in professional and interdisciplinary further education measures,
• is your workplace with good connections to public transport, which you can currently use free of charge.

In addition, you will benefit from the advantages of employment in the public service such as:

• an additional company pension (VBL),
• an optional child supplement in accordance with TV-Hessen, a family-friendly university (including childcare for emergencies),
• an annual bonus
• an entitlement to capital-accumulation benefits,
• a promotion of voluntary commitment,
• low-cost participation in university sports and a full range of fitness activities as part of Unifit, as well as workplace health management

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Please send your application with the usual informative documents, stating the reference number in the subject line, via the online form. We have compiled further information for you in our .

In exceptional cases, we will also accept your application documents in paper form addressed to: The President of the University of Kassel, 34109 Kassel, Germany, or via mail to , stating the reference number.

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The University of Kassel is very interested in the professional satisfaction of its employees. It is distinguished as a family-friendly university and, in the interests of equal opportunities, strives to offer everyone the same opportunities for development and to counteract existing disadvantages. It promotes the Family Welcome Service and also the Dual Career Service for positions that are scientifically and academically filled. One of the strategic goals of the University of Kassel is to significantly increase the proportion of women in research and teaching. Applications from women are therefore particularly welcome. Seriously handicapped and equivalent applicants are given preference if they have the same suitability, qualifications and professional performance. Full-time positions are generally divisible (except when filling civil servant positions). Applications indicating the Position Number, which may be in digital form, should be sent to the President of the University of Kassel, 34109 Kassel, Germany quoting the applicable reference number.