Summary
The CISPA – Helmholtz Center for Information Security is offering fully funded PhD positions within the Windl Research Group in Germany. The group focuses on the intersection of human-computer interaction (HCI) and privacy, investigating how intelligent, sensor-rich environments and AI can respect human values and empower users to make privacy decisions.
PhD Positions in Human-Centered Privacy and HCI (m/f/d) CISPA, Germany
Overview Table
| Feature | Details |
| Position Level | PhD Candidate / Doctoral Researcher |
| Host Institution | CISPA – Helmholtz Center for Information Security |
| Research Group | Group Windl |
| Location | St. Ingbert / Saarbrücken, Germany |
| Remuneration / Funding | Full-time gross salary according to TVöD E13 scale |
| Language Requirement | Excellent English (German not required) |
| Application Deadline | Open until filled / Rolling basis |
Subject Area
- Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
- Usable Privacy and Security
- Computer Science
- Empirical Research & Prototyping (IoT, Embedded Sensors, AR, Robotics, AI)
Location
- City/Region: St. Ingbert & Saarbrücken, Saarland, Germany
- Institution: CISPA – Helmholtz Center for Information Security
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Degree: Hold a Master’s degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, Usable Privacy and Security, or a closely related field.
- Research Skills: Solid foundation in HCI and empirical research methods, with an enthusiasm for conducting user studies (interviews, surveys, field/lab experiments).
- Technical Interests: Strong motivation to investigate privacy in emerging technologies and build interactive prototypes (e.g., hardware sensors, IoT devices, augmented reality).
- Communication: Excellent command of English (German language skills are not required, as CISPA is an international research environment).
Position & Benefits Description
Selected candidates will receive:
- Salary: A competitive, full-time gross base salary under the TVöD E13 pay scale (German Federal Employment Agreement).
- Social Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance, a robust pension scheme, and 30 days of paid annual leave.
- Research Support: Dedicated travel and equipment funding, individual supervision, and access to global research collaborations.
- Professional Growth: Free German language courses, onboarding support, and personal development opportunities.
How to Apply
- Visit the official CISPA Career Job Portal.
- Click the “Apply Now!” button.
- Submit and upload all required application documents in PDF format through the online system (Applications via email are not accepted).
Last Date
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