The Hasso-Plattner-Institute for IT Systems Engineering at the University of Potsdam, an internationally renowned research institution in the field of Computer Science and IT Systems Engineering, invites applications for research assistants and research associates in the fields of Computer Graphics, Software Visualization, and Geovisualization.

Research Assistants or
Research Associates
(Ph.D. or PostDoc Candidates m/f)

The broadly defined fields for these positions include:

• Real-Time 3D Rendering Techniques (Photorealistic/Nonphotorealistic)
• 3D Interaction Techniques
• 3D Labeling Techniques
• Analysis and Visualization of Software Systems
• Analysis and Visualization of Embedded Software Systems
• Analysis and Visualization of Software Evolution
• Visualization of Virtual 3D City Models
• Visualization of Spatio-Temporal Data

Responsibilities: Conducting own research in relevant fields, assistance in teaching activities related to the HPI´s Bachelor and Master programs, and participation in the development process of software frameworks. The positions are located within the Computer Graphics division of HPI (www.hpi3d.de).

A great place to work: The HPI provides an outstanding working environment, including the Future Service-Oriented Computing Lab and a number of visualization labs as well as the HPI Research School on service-oriented architectures. A moderate teaching load allows time for quality research and close involvement with students.

A great place to live: HPI is located close to Berlin, offering a wide variety of educational opportunities, recreation and tourism, and cultural events. We can offer resources to assist with your transition.

We expect candidates

• to have a strong commitment both to research and to teaching;
• to have a Master's degree in Computer Science or Mathematics or in a closely related field;
• to be experienced in software engineering and software development theory and practice;
• to have effective communication skills in English. Language skills in German are welcome.

Please send your application electronically to office-doellner(at)hpi.uni-potsdam.de with a letter of application, a complete curriculum vitae, and a short statement of research ideas and interests. Questions about the application process and the positions may be directed to office-doellner(at)hpi.uni-potsdam.de.

HASSO-PLATTNER-INSTITUT für Softwaresystemtechnik GmbH
Personalabteilung
Postfach 90 04 60
14440 Potsdam