Junior Researcher Human-AI Collaboration for the Exploration of Large Unstructured Data (f/m/d) 

20 working hours | Research 

Within the framework of a cooperative research project between TU Wien and USTP – University of Applied Sciences St. Pölten, we offer room for a Junior Researcher to write their dissertation in the field of visualisation, machine learning, and human-computer interaction under the joint supervision of both institutions.

The position is shared by TU Wien and USTP and offers the opportunity to conduct research at both institutions and benefit from the joint supervision.

Further information on the project – USTP

Further information on the position – TU Wien

What you will be working on:

• You carry out your dissertation with a focus on visualisation / machine learning / human-computer interaction
• You design, implement, evaluate, and publish innovative solutions for the collaboration between human and AI for the explorative analysis of large unstructured volumes of data
• You independently conduct user studies in the lab and online
• You write scientific publications, hold presentations at international conferences, and offer support in the development of research proposals
• To a minor extent, you participate in teaching (max. 6 semester hours a week) and the supervision of students’ final theses

What we expect from you:

• Successfully completed master degree programme in informatics (or comparable technical studies) that enables you to undertake a PhD/doctorate
• Comprehensive basic knowledge and practical experience in the areas of visualisation, machine learning / AI, and human-computer interaction
• Very good programming skills (web-based visualisation, Python, and/or GPU programming)
• First experiences in the participation in research projects and publication activity as well as first subject-relevant professional and/or practical experience are an advantage
• Excellent English language skills / willingness to learn German (for applicants whose native language is not German)
• Strong interest in a PhD and the writing of scientific publications
• Team spirit and good communication skills

What we offer:

• Cooperative dissertation with joint disciplinary supervision by researchers of TU Wien and USTP – University of Applied Sciences St. Pölten
• Option for financed, short-term research stays at national or international project partner institutions
• Exciting and high-profile interdisciplinary research on visualisation, machine learning, and human-computer interaction
• Comprehensive computer infrastructure for AI and the analysis of large data volumes
• A gross annual salary that takes your qualifications into account: min. € 52,007.00 based on the funding rate of the Austrian Science Fund (FWF) and on full-time employment with flexitime possibility and comp time without core working hours

We look forward to your application!

Your Recruitinh Team

Gutschi Sonja

For the St. Pölten University of Applied Sciences, the variety and diversity of its staff members is the key to innovation, success, and further development. We particularly welcome and give precedence to applications by qualified women, trans*, inter* and non-binary persons and persons with disability in case of equal suitability. We explicitly invite persons with a migration background to apply. We look forward to receiving your application!