Institute RemunerationEG 13 ID: 10626WE24 Start of employment as soon as possible Application deadline 19.05.2026 Scope full time and fixed term until 4 years

As part of the school of Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, and Mathematics (EIM), the Institute for Autonomous Cyber-Physical Systems (ACPS) conducts research on novel methods, protocols, and computer algorithms for low- and zero-power wireless communication and energy management for regeneratively powered and intermittent devices with a special focus on smart infrastructure. We conduct fundamental research on in- and through-metal acoustic communication, and we study underwater communication and localization for sensor networks and swarms of micro autonomous underwater vehicles (uAUVs) for monitoring and inspection of underwater habitats and infrastructure (such as ports, off-shore wind parks, etc.).

Within these research areas, we are seeking to fill a fully-funded position for research and teaching. In particular, we envision fundamental research that aims at devising new hardware-/software concepts for reliable intermittent computing for AI-enabled devices with a particular focus on structural health-monitoring (e.g., bridges) and passive analog backscatter communication and sensing. The applicant should outline their research ideas in context of this direction. The position is designed for pursuing a thematically related doctoral project (Ph.D.), including strong publication and presentation activity. Involvement in the institute's teaching activities is part of the employment.

YOUR TASKS

Research on execution models, analog backscatter communication and sensing, and AI techniques for intermittent devices
Design and implementation of embedded software and hardware for lab and real-world experiments
Planning, execution, and evaluation of scientific real-world experiments
Writing of scientific papers and presentation of results at conferences and other scientific events
Engagement in related teaching activities in context of the institute's teaching modules

YOUR PROFILE

Requirements

Completed scientific university studies, in particular in the subject Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Desired knowledge and personal skills

Profound knowledge in wireless communication and networking, ideally backscatter
Advanced expertise in (embedded) real-time operating systems, task scheduling, execution models, etc.
Knowledge in concepts of artificial intelligence and/or machine learning (beneficial)
Advanced experience in Embedded Systems incl. microcontroller programming (in C/C++)
Basic understanding of electronic circuits and ICs, experience in (analog) circuit design (beneficial)

OUR OFFER

Scientific qualification with the opportunity to pursue a PhD
A job in an interesting, friendly and appreciative working environment
Flexible and family-friendly working conditions
Pension scheme, capital-forming benefits
Internal offers for health promotion and special conditions in further gyms

At the heart of TU Hamburg’s research, teaching and transfer of technology is the guiding principle of developing technology for people. The TU Hamburg sees itself in this context as a family-friendly and sustainable university with high performance and quality standards that strives for excellence in all its research fields. Interdisciplinarity, innovation, regionality and internationality are binding principles in our actions. With currently around 8.000 students, 110 professors and 1.650 employees, the TU Hamburg is characterised by short decision-making processes and close cooperation between the board, the institutes, the deans of studies, the research areas and the administration. We identify ourselves with a modern leadership culture and cultivate appreciative interaction.

For further information please contact Prof. Christian Renner, Tel.-Nr. +49 40 30601 4800, Email: .

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Notice for graduates of foreign educational qualifications:
Please submit proof of all obtained university degrees and, if available, the recognition of your educational qualifications in Germany (e.g. anabin excerpts and/or acknowledgement of previous employers).