The Distributed and Ubiquitous Computing (DUS) Group at the Technische Universität (Technical University) Braunschweig has several vacancies for research assistant positions to work on ubiquitous computing / pervasive computing in the area of
- communication networks and engineering for sensor networks - sensor network protocols using simulation and evaluation in the field - sensor network devices (hardware, firmware) - middleware and services for sensor networks - applications for sensor networks - security for sensor networks - context prediction and networking in Ubiquitous Computing See also http://www.ibr.cs.tu-bs.de/dus/projects.html for more details.
Positions will become available ASAP. A good honors degree in Computer Science, Communciations Enineering, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline is prerequisite, internationally visible research results are expected. Salary will be according to level TVÖ13 of the German public service pay scale (about Euro 35.000 - 45.000).
DUS is a young and dynamic research group and offers a stimulating atmosphere for high quality research. It is well connected with distinguished International partners industry and academia, providing an excellent starting point for careers both in applied and in long term research. We are an ambitious team and above all expect initiative and motivation from each individual. DUS is a young research group and provides potential to follow unusual, individual ideas within academic projects. We assume software and/or hardware development experience in the fields described below, an ability to get things done, and good communication skills in English. Candidates with excellent (native) English communication skills are expected to aquire communication skills in German soon after starting, for all others excellent communication skills in German are mandatory. Positions are assigned to one of the National, European or International collaboration projects (EU/Chosen, Industry/ SmartWaggon, German/MoSe, Intl/KDDI, DFG/Context Prognosis) depending on the candidates research topics.
For Post Doc positions course work is optional, but the candidate is invited to establish own courses or can take part / take over existing courses. From PhD candidates, we support and expect to finish PhD work within 3-5 years.
The TU Braunschweig belongs to the 9 leading technical Universities in Germany (TU9) and is an excellent starting point for your academic or industrial career. Braunschweig was City of Science 2007 and has the highest density of researcher in Europe.
For additional information, do not hesitate to contact Michael Beigl (
). Applications should contain CV, certifications, letter of references and should be sent in electronic form to Michael Beigl (
). The Technical University of Braunschweig is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from minority group members and women.
