Research Associate in Computer Engineering
Conduct research on reconfigurable processor architectures and AI-assisted hardware while pursuing a PhD at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin.
Best for:Best for computer science or engineering graduates with strong German proficiency interested in reconfigurable architectures and hardware research.
Overview
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin invites applications for a Research Associate position in Computer Engineering within the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. The successful candidate will focus on reconfigurable processor architectures, developing and evaluating novel hardware and programming software. In addition to research responsibilities and contributing to grant applications, the holder will engage in teaching activities and work toward obtaining a doctorate. The position is fixed-term for up to four years with a scheduled start date of January 1, 2027.
What you'll do
- Conduct academic research in computer engineering focusing on reconfigurable processor architectures.
- Design, implement, and evaluate novel hardware systems, including AI-assisted hardware and corresponding programming software.
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present results at scientific conferences.
- Perform teaching duties amounting to four teaching hours per week.
- Assist with administrative tasks for the chair and contribute to research grant applications.
- Pursue personal scientific qualifications leading to a PhD degree.
Requirements
Degree required: Master’s degree or equivalent in engineering, computer science, or a comparable technical field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: German; excellent command, both written and spoken (at least C1-level)
Instruction: German and English
- Strong background in computer engineering or computer science
- Experience with hardware design, implementation, or evaluation
- Knowledge of reconfigurable processor architectures
- Ability to write and publish academic papers
- Hold a completed university Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant technical discipline
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-11 (Europe/Berlin)
Prepare your complete application materials into a single PDF file. Submit your application via email to Prof. Michael Hübner referencing job ID AN/229/26 before the deadline.
- Letter of motivation
- Tabular curriculum vitae
- Proof of required qualification
- Work references or evaluations
Contact
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