Professorship (W3) in Cognitive Robotics for Industrial Applications

Universität Stuttgart; Stuttgart; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic individual for a W3 professorship in Cognitive Robotics for Industrial Applications. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research and teaching within a vibrant academic environment. The successful candidate will lead initiatives in sensor technology, machine learning, and human-machine interaction, contributing to impactful projects across various sectors, including logistics and agriculture. With a commitment to work-life balance and equal opportunity, this position is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of robotics.

Leistungen

Flexible work policies

Support for work-life balance

Involvement in impactful projects

Qualifikationen

• Extensive experience in interdisciplinary research and strategic planning.
• Strong publication or patent record in cognitive robotics.

Aufgaben

• Develop and integrate cognitive robot systems for complex applications.
• Participate in research initiatives and contribute to teaching.

Kenntnisse

Cognitive Robotics

Machine Learning

Computer Vision

Interdisciplinary Research

Project Management

Ausbildung

PhD in Robotics or related field

Jobbeschreibung

University of Stuttgart Faculty of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and Information Technology

Professorship (W3) in Cognitive Robotics for Industrial Applications

INSTITUTE FOR ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE | AT THE EARLIEST CONVENIENCE

Head of the Fraunhofer-Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation IPA

Applications are invited for this dual role.

The University of Stuttgart is a leading technical university in Germany, situated in a vibrant high-tech and industrial region. It is committed to interdisciplinary research and education across engineering, natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences.

Fraunhofer IPA is one of the largest institutes within the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, focusing on manufacturing engineering, robotics, and automation, employing nearly 1,000 staff.

The university seeks candidates for a W3 professorship in "Cognitive Robotics for Industrial Applications" within the Faculty of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and Information Technology. The role involves research in sensor and actuator technology, information processing, and control, with applications in logistics, architecture, agriculture, and life sciences.

Research areas include:

1. Development and integration of cognitive robot systems for complex applications
2. Computer vision in cognitive robotics
3. Machine learning methods in cognitive robotics
4. Modeling, controlling, and adapting robot-led processes
5. Technologies for dependable, explainable human-machine interaction

The candidate will participate in research initiatives such as ARENA, excellence clusters, and innovation campuses, and will contribute to teaching and third-party funding acquisition.

This position follows the "Berliner model"—an appointment at the university with delegated research and management duties at Fraunhofer IPA. The candidate should have extensive experience in interdisciplinary research, strategic planning, and international project management, with a strong publication or patent record.

Applicants should submit a one-page description of their three most significant scientific achievements, including research, teaching, or innovation successes.

The role offers involvement in impactful projects and supports work-life balance through flexible policies. Applications should include a CV, certificates, publication list, research and teaching statements, scientific achievements, and be sent by June 16 to Prof. Kai Arras at the specified email, preferably as a PDF. Postal applications are also accepted.

The University of Stuttgart is committed to equal opportunity and encourages applications from women and disabled persons.