Research Associate (all genders) – Web Technologies Audio & Multimedia

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft is one of the world's leading organizations for applied research. With 76 institutes across Germany, over 32,000 employees from engineering, science, administration, and IT work together to develop pioneering technologies for the benefit of the economy and society. At Fraunhofer, people don't just work – they aim to make a difference. For themselves, for all of us, and for the markets of today and tomorrow.

Welcome to the Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS, headquartered in Erlangen! As the largest institute within the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, we have been conducting research for over 30 years in diverse fields such as artificial intelligence, microelectronics, sensor systems, data acquisition, signal processing, and signal transmission. Talented individuals from various engineering and natural science disciplines will find a wide range of exciting research topics under one roof. Highlights of our innovative work include neuromorphic computing, 5G/6G mobile communication technologies, generative AI in speech and signal processing, and X-ray imaging for e-mobility.

In the Audio and Media Technologies division, we've been shaping global standards and technologies in the audio and film industry for over 30 years. Our developments, from the invention of MP3 to AAC and the Digital Cinema Initiative test plan, are integrated into nearly all modern entertainment electronics.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with audio and multimedia experts to develop web-accessible CODECs and standardize new interfaces.
2. Set up and maintain internal cloud-based solutions.
3. Contribute ideas to standardization efforts to improve end-user experiences.

Qualifications:

1. Completed degree or doctorate in computer science, electrical engineering, or a comparable field.
2. Ideally, initial experience with CODECs.
3. Interest in audio technologies and willingness to learn new topics.
4. Excellent communication skills in German and English, both spoken and written.

This position is suitable for motivated early-career professionals with relevant experience from internships, academic projects, or theses.