A Full-time Doctoral Researcher on Privacy (all genders welcome)

Georg-August-Universität Göttingen; Göttingen; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Göttingen invites applications for a Full-time Doctoral Researcher on Privacy in the Computer Security and Privacy Group. This 3-year position (TV-L/100%) offers an interdisciplinary environment to pursue a doctoral degree starting as soon as possible.

The candidate will conduct privacy research across neuroimaging, multi-agent systems, pervasive computing or robotics, publish in high-quality venues, supervise students, and contribute to teaching activities.

Qualifications

• Very good M.Sc. degree in computer science, HCI, or a related field.
• Background in security/privacy, usable privacy and security, HCI or related disciplines.
• Strong programming skills in at least one relevant area (mobile, ML, vision, MRI data, multi-agent systems).
• Experience conducting user studies or empirical research.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for privacy challenges and solutions.
• Ability to work independently within an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent English; German skills are a plus.
• Motivation to pursue a doctoral degree in an interdisciplinary setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative privacy research focusing on one topic (neuroimaging, multi-agent systems, pervasive computing or robotics).
• Publish and present results at top conferences and journals.
• Supervise Bachelor’s and Master’s students.
• Support teaching activities under the NHG framework.

Skills

English proficiency

Independent researcher

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Research experience

Education

M.Sc. in computer science or HCI

Tools

Programming in one of mobile/ML/vision

Job description

At the University of Göttingen -Public Law Foundation-, Institut für Informatik, there is a position as

A Full-time Doctoral Researcher on Privacy (all genders welcome)

Entgeltgruppe 13 TV-L/100% to be filled. Starting date is as soon as possible. The position is limited to a period of 3 years.

A Full-time Doctoral Researcher on Privacy (all genders welcome) Hinweis: Nur in Englisch verfügbar

Stellen-ID: 76750

Einrichtung: Institut für Informatik

Kontaktperson: Patricia Nitzke, [e-mail], [phone]

Besetzungsdatum: Zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt

Bewerbungsfrist: 16.12.2026

The position in the Computer Security and Privacy Group, led by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Delphine Reinhardt offers an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual to pursue a doctoral degree in an interdisciplinary environment.

Your profile

• A very good M.Sc. degree in computer science, HCI, or a related field,
• Background in at least one of the following fields: computer security and privacy, usable privacy and security, HCI, human-AI collaboration, interactive systems, pervasive computing, distributed systems, robotics, machine learning, or neuroimaging,
• Strong programming skills with experience in at least one of the following fields depending on the profile: mobile devices, machine learning, computer vision, image processing, MRI data analysis, multi-agent frameworks, distributed systems, or AI simulation platforms,
• Previous experience in conducting user studies, experimental evaluations, or empirical research,
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate privacy challenges and develop effective technical solutions,
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to an interdisciplinary research team,
• Very good command of English is mandatory, advanced German skills are an advantage,
• Strong motivation to contribute to high-impact interdisciplinary research and to pursue a doctoral degree.

Your main responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research on privacy with a focus on one of the following topics:
  • Privacy in neuroimaging: Investigating privacy risks associated with sensitive neuroimaging data and developing approaches to protect individuals' privacy while enabling responsible data analysis and sharing,
  • Privacy in multi-agent systems: Investigating privacy threats in distributed and collaborative systems involving multiple autonomous agents, including AI-enabled systems, and designing mechanisms that protect sensitive information while supporting effective collaboration,
  • Privacy in pervasive computing: Investigating, designing and evaluating user-centered privacy mechanisms, interfaces, and interaction strategies that help individuals exercise meaningful control over their personal data,
  • Privacy in robotics: Analyzing privacy risks arising from robots's sensing, data collection, and interaction with people, and developing privacy-preserving approaches for robotic systems and human-robot interaction.
• Publish and present research results at leading international conferences and in high-quality journals,
• Supervise Bachelor's and Master's students,
• Active support in teaching activities according to §31 NHG and examinations.

Our offer

The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary and collaborative research group focused on topics in privacy with a strong emphasis on emerging technologies and human factors. We offer:

• A stimulating academic environment,
• A collegial and supportive team culture that fosters innovation and knowledge exchange,
• Opportunities for professional development, academic networking, and international collaborations.

The University of Göttingen is an equal opportunities employer and places particular emphasis on fostering career opportunities for women. Qualified women are therefore strongly encouraged to apply in fields in which they are underrepresented. The university has committed itself to being a family-friendly institution and supports their employees in balancing work and family life. The University is particularly committed to the professional participation of severely disabled employees and therefore welcomes applications from severely disabled people. In the case of equal qualifications, applications from people with severe disabilities will be given preference. A disability or equality is to be included in the application in order to protect the interests of the applicant.

For more information get in touch with Patricia Nitzke directly via E-Mail: [e-mail], Tel. [phone].