Summary:
The Hasso Plattner Institute (HPI) is seeking a researcher to join the Mosaic project, a joint research initiative with MIT funded by the Hasso Plattner Foundation. The project focuses on developing an agentic data-processing system that translates complex research questions into optimized, multisource queries across heterogeneous, multimodal collections. The role involves addressing real-world challenges in the digital humanities, specifically in provenance research and the restitution of Nazi-looted artworks.
PhD or Postdoc researcher position (f/m/x) in collaboration with MIT, Hasso Plattner Institute, USA
Designation:
PhD or Postdoc Researcher (f/m/x)
Position Overview
| Detail | Description |
| Organization | Hasso Plattner Institute (HPI), University of Potsdam |
| Partner Institution | Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Duration | Temporary (3 years) |
| Contact (HR) | Nicola Mertens (nicola.mertens@hpi.de) |
| Contact (Research) | Prof. Felix Naumann (felix.naumann@hpi.de) |
Research Area
Digital Humanities, Data Quality, Data Integration, Data Cleaning, Agentic AI, and Provenance Research.
Location
University campus in Potsdam-Babelsberg (bordering Berlin), Germany, with research stays at MIT in Cambridge, USA.
Eligibility/Qualification
- A successfully completed Master’s or PhD degree in Computer Science, Digital Humanities, or a related field.
- Experience in at least one of the following areas: data quality, data integration, data cleaning, agentic AI, or provenance research.
- Enthusiasm for academic research, publishing, and executing practice-oriented projects.
- Strong communication skills with proficiency in both spoken and written English.
- A high degree of commitment, independence, flexibility, and team spirit.
Job Description
- Conduct research within the HPI group and in close collaboration with international partners at MIT.
- Write scientific papers and present findings at top international conferences.
- Supervise Master’s students.
- Communicate research results for knowledge transfer and to the general public.
- Assist with teaching activities (optional).
How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply exclusively via the HPI career page. Applications should include:
- A motivation letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Relevant transcripts or degree certificates
- A sample of scientific work (e.g., thesis, excerpt, or publication)
- Reference letters (if available)
(Note: Email applications or résumés sent via email for preliminary review will not be considered.)
Last Date for Apply
Open until filled.
