Data Scientist – Computer Vision

Institution: German Primate Center - Leibniz Institute for Primate Research

Department: Primate Data Science platform

Description:

The German Primate Center (DPZ) – Leibniz Institute for Primate Research in Göttingen is a world-renowned competence and reference center for research on and with primates. It pursues cutting-edge research on the physiology, behavior, welfare, and genetics of non‑human primates. In addition to its laboratories in Göttingen, it manages four field stations in the tropics. The DPZ is one of 96 research and infrastructure facilities of the Leibniz Association.

Data Scientist – Computer Vision (m/f/d)

Our research with primates at the DPZ involves a combination of behavioral, physiological, imaging, and genetic data. Such data sets allow categorically novel questions and scientific approaches.
The central task of PRIDAS is to develop and provide data science services in support of the DPZ’s mission. This includes methods for data processing and analysis, as well as the management of highly complex multimodal data.

This role will focus on providing, developing, evaluating, and productizing computer vision methods for the analysis of video and imaging data that are generated as part of the research at the DPZ.

Candidates ideally fulfill the following requirements:

• Minimum of a Ph.D. (or exceptional M.S. plus 4 years’ experience) in computer science, data science, machine learning, mathematics, physics, or a similar field
• Experience in Python and at least one deep learning framework like PyTorch or TensorFlow
• Experience with analyzing large data sets or in advanced computer vision
• Very good communication skills
• High motivation to support scientific research by implementing innovative data science approaches in a wide range of scientific questions
• Very good English skills (written and spoken)

We offer the opportunity to expand one’s skills in an attractive scientific environment, with modern IT infrastructure, flexible and family‑friendly working hours, and the opportunity to be directly involved in multiple research projects. We adhere to the Leibniz diversity standards and welcome applications from all qualified persons, regardless of their ethnic, cultural, social background, gender, religion, ideology, disability, age, or sexual identity. Registered disabled applicants with equal aptitude and qualifications will be given preferential consideration. We kindly ask you to indicate a disability in your application.

Employment at the DPZ is based on the civil service rules and regulations. The salary is based on the German TV‑L system, including the VBL pension scheme. The position is suitable for part-time work.

Please send your written application, including the keyword “PRIDAS data scientist – computer vision” with a CV, motivation letter, and list of references via E‑Mail to mailto: Applications received until November 28 th, 2025 are considered for this position.

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Name: German Primate Center - Leibniz Institute for Primate Research

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