Research Assistant (m/f/d) - Research Data Management

Research Assistant (m/f/d) - Research Data Management

The University of Rostock offers a diverse, varied and challenging position in a tradition-conscious, yet innovative, modern and family‑friendly university in a lively city by the sea.

At the Faculty of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering, Institute of Communications Engineering, Chair of Communications Engineering we are filling the following position, subject to budgetary regulations, for a limited period of three years starting on October 1, 2026 or at the earliest possible date.

Start date: October 1, 2026 or at the earliest possible date
Working hours: full‑time with 40 hours
Remuneration: pay group 13 TV‑L
Location: Rostock / Campus Südstadt
Tender number: W 85/2026
Limitation: limited for 3 years, the goal is to continue employment
Application time: 2026‑08‑31

These are your tasks:

• research in the area of communications engineering with the goal of a scientific qualification (Ph.D.)
• publishing research results, including in academic journals and at conferences
• preparing grant proposals to secure external funding
• academic, research‑based teaching totaling approximately 4 SWS in the form of seminars and lab sessions in the field of communications engineering, with the goal of equipping students to conduct independent academic work
• supervision of theses
• preparation, supervision and correction of examinations

This makes you a good fit:

• completed academic degree (Diplom, Master’s or equivalent) in electrical engineering, information technology, physics or a related field, with at least a “good” grade
• in‑depth knowledge of communications engineering
• strong programming skills in Python, MATLAB, or C
• fluency in spoken and written English; basic knowledge of German or a willingness to acquire it quickly
• willingness to work seriously and with dedication on a project aimed at advancing your own academic qualifications
• ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams
• communication skills for presenting research results and conducting courses

Equal opportunities are important to us. We welcome applications from suitable severely disabled people or people from traditionally underrepresented groups. We aim to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching and therefore encourage suitably qualified women to apply. We welcome applications from people of other nationalities or with a migration background.

Contact:

HR department:
Pia‑Lucy Dahl
Phone number: 0381/498‑1291
E‑mail:

Department:
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Volker Kühn
Phone number: 0381/498‑7330
E‑mail: