Research Manager AI & Data, Simulation and Quantum (m/f/d)

As Research Manager you will lead interdisciplinary R&D programs at the edge of AI, data science, and engineering, collaborating with top universities and industry partners to turn research into impact. You will shape projects that bridge academia and industry, manage international consortia, and translate insights into scalable technologies. You will represent TWT at major conferences and mentor rising researchers, contributing to breakthroughs across automotive, aerospace, AI, and robotics.

• Flexible working culture
• Sustainable mobility options
• Interdisciplinary environment
• Collaboration with world-class universities and companies

• Lead international R&D programs across AI, data science, and engineering
• Build and run multi-stakeholder consortia with universities, tech companies, and public institutions
• Identify emerging research opportunities and drive competitive funding proposals (EU & national)
• Translate complex scientific insights into technologies that redefine industries
• Represent TWT at major conferences and review panels
• Mentor exceptional young researchers and foster internal excellence

• PhD or Postdoctoral degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related fields
• Proven success in coordinating international and interdisciplinary research programs
• Strong grasp of AI, data-driven engineering, or simulation-based design
• Experience with EU or national funding programs (Horizon Europe, DFG, BMBF)
• Fluent in English and German; strong communicator across cultures and disciplines
• Growth mindset, strategic thinking, and ability to turn research into reality

• growth mindset
• strategic thinking
• strong communicator across cultures
• AI
• data-driven engineering
• simulation-based design