Research Assistant (PhD Candidate): The Technische Universität Berlin (TU Berlin) is inviting applications for a Research Assistant position in the Big Data Engineering group. This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in data-centric machine learning pipelines and their execution in various environments.
Designation
Research Assistant (PhD Candidate)
Research Area
Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, focusing on Big Data Engineering and data management for machine learning.
Location
Berlin, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
- Successfully completed academic university degree (Master’s degree, diploma, or equivalent) in Computer Science or related fields.
- Strong background in data management, applied machine learning, distributed systems, and software engineering.
- Programming experience in Python and Java (mandatory); C/C++ is an advantage.
- Ability to teach in German and/or English; willingness to acquire necessary language skills.
- Basic experience in research methods and scientific writing is desirable.
- Experience in teaching and didactic competence is an advantage.
Job Description
The successful candidate will join the DAMS Lab, focusing on:
- System infrastructure for data-centric machine learning pipelines.
- Efficient training and inference of Large Language Models (LLMs).
- Compilation techniques for linear algebra programs.
- Runtime kernels and parallelization strategies.
- Memory management, I/O, and support for heterogeneous hardware accelerators.
- Possible teaching responsibilities.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their application, including a cover letter, CV, transcripts, and degrees (all in one file, maximum 10 MB), via email to jobs@dams.tu-berlin.de. Please include the reference number IV-484/25 in the application.
Last Date to Apply
November 21, 2025
Note: Applications from women and qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged. The TU Berlin values diversity and equal opportunities.
