PhD position in Agentic AI in Computational Modeling

Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon; Geesthacht; Vor Ort; EUR 52.000 - 62.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Welcome Office

Holiday entitlement

Public transport subsidy

PhD Buddy Program

Childcare facilities

Flexible work

Work-life balance

Training opportunities

Health management

Zusammenfassung

Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon invites applications for a 3-year PhD position in agentic AI applied to computational modeling, aiming at automated, reproducible simulations with a strong emphasis on scientific communication in English.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a related field, excellent Python and C++ skills, and proven coding experience. The position is part-time (19.5 h/week) with support for international collaboration and a structured PhD program.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in a field closely related to computational modeling.
• Strong background in theoretical foundations of engineering, science, and applied mathematics.
• Knowledge of ontologies, knowledge graphs, and/or robotics is advantageous.

Kenntnisse

Python

C++

Knowledge graphs

Ausbildung

Master's degree in computational engineering / applied mathematics / computer science

Jobbeschreibung

PhD position in Agentic AI in Computational Modeling

Beginn der Ausschreibung 07.09.2026

Ende der Ausschreibung 23.09.2026

Developing computational models and running computer simulations in science and engineering still requires substantial expert knowledge. Agentic artificial intelligence (AI) offers a great opportunity to automate these demanding tasks to a large extent. We are offering a 3‑year position, as soon as possible, as a doctoral student in the area of agentic AI in computational modeling.
Equal opportunity is an important part of our personnel policy.We would therefore strongly encourage qualified women to apply for the position. The position is part-time (planned with 19.5 h/week).

Your profile

You should have a master's degree in computational engineering, applied mathematics, computer science, or any other field closely related to computational modeling in science and engineering. You have a strong background in the theoretical foundations of engineering, science and applied mathematics. It is an advantage (though not mandatory) if you have prior knowledge in ontologies, knowledge graphs, and/or robotics.
You have demonstrated your excellent skills by outstanding grades during your bachelor's and master's program, in particular in those courses related to this call. You have very good programming skills in Python and ideally also C++. Proven experience in code development is crucial and will be checked during the job interview. Moreover, you have strong skills in communicating science in English.

Our offer

• an exciting and varied job in a research center with around 1,000 employees from more than 60 nations
• International Welcome Office with guest accommodation
• 6 weeks holiday per year; company holidays between Christmas and New Year's Day
• social benefits according to the collective agreement of thepublic service and remuneration up to EG 13 (according toEntgO Bund)
• very good work-life balance; options for mobile and flexiblework
• a well-connected research campus (public transport) andbest networking opportunities, subsidy for the Deutschlandticket if certain conditions are met (job ticket),charging facilities for electric vehicles
• individual opportunities for further training
• an excellent technical infrastructure and modern workplace equipment
• PhD Buddy Program
• family-friendly company policy with childcare facilities, e.g.nursery close to the company
• Operational Health Management, e.g. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• a varied offer in the canteen on campus

Severely disabled persons and those equaling severely disabled persons who are equally suitable for the position will be considered preferentially within the framework of legal requirements.