Research Associate / Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in at the Institute of Technical Logistics

Overview

Research Associate (m/f/d) - Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in

Institute of Technical Logistics (ITL) at Hamburg University of Technology is researching what the logistics systems of the future will look like – from autonomous transport systems and intelligent warehouse technology to sustainable production processes. Our team combines engineering, digitalization, and innovation—in a practical, creative way and with a great deal of enthusiasm for technology. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a communicative and organized personality to join us on May 1, 2026, who will complement our team as a researcher in the field of robotics and human-machine-interaction.

Remuneration : EG 13 TV-L

ID : 7926WW6

Start of employment :

Application deadline :

Scope : full time and fixed term until

Responsibilities

• Research in the field of mobile robotics and human-machine-interaction
• Conception and implementation of demonstrators (mobile robots/ manipulation/ humanoid robots)
• Development, training and deployment of AI-models for control, perception and navigation in robotics
• Coordination, consultation and project acquisition with project partners and student assistants
• Publication of research results in scientific journals and at conferences together with project partners

Qualifications

Requirements

• Completed scientific university studies, in particular in the subject Mechatronics, Media, Informatics or Industrial Engineering

Desired knowledge and personal skills

• Expertise in the development and use of mobile robots, particularly in the areas of localization, navigation, and mapping
• Programming skills in Python and ROS2 (Robot Operating System) and knowledge of the programming language C++ and ROS2
• Problem-solving skills and creativity
• Systematic, communicative and reliable way of working

Our Offer

• Opportunity to obtain academic qualifications in the form of a doctorate
• Possibility of mobile working
• 30 days vacation per year (5 days a week)
• Comprehensive training and further education programs
• Internal offers for health promotion and special conditions in fitness facilities

Additional information

At the heart of TU Hamburg’s research, teaching and transfer of technology is the guiding principle of developing technology for people. The university is family-friendly and sustainable with high performance and quality standards. interdisciplinarity, innovation, regionality and internationality are binding principles.

For further information please contact Hendrik Wilhelm Rose, Tel. , Email:

We value diversity, therefore all applications are welcome, regardless of gender, gender identity, ethnic origin, nationality, age, religion and belief, disability, sexual orientation and identity or social background.

The TU Hamburg stands for equal opportunities as well as appreciative and respectful cooperation.

Please send your complete application documents (cover letter, curriculum vitae in table form, proof of completed training and/or university degree, job references or certificates of employment) via the online application system.