Research Associate for the Project “BlueMat: MetaMaterialVerse (MMV): An Immersive XR Platform [...]

Research Associate for the Project “BlueMat: MetaMaterialVerse (MMV): An Immersive XR Platform for Visualizing and Exploring Blue Materials” § 28 Subsection 3 HmbHG

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Institution Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences, Department of Informatics, Human-Computer Interaction

Salary level EGR. 13 TV-L

Start date 01.02.2026, fixed until 31.01.2030 (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act [Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG]).

Application deadline 11.12.2025

Scope of work part-time

Weekly hours 75 % of standard work hours per week

Your responsibilities

Duties include academic services in the project named above. Research associates may also pursue independent research and further academic qualifications.

Join the Cluster of Excellence “BlueMat: Water-Driven Materials” (www.tuhh.de/bluemat) and contribute to one of Europe’s most exciting research initiatives. Collaborate with a dynamic, interdisciplinary team that combines science, sustainability, and technology to create a better future. Help shape the next generation of sustainable materials inspired by nature’s most powerful resource: water.

In this Cross Area Exploitation & Experiencing project, we will develop the MetaMaterialVerse (MMV), an immersive XR platform that visualizes complex volumetric data of porous, water-containing blue materials used in sustainable energy. Researchers will use the platform to analyze pore networks, water dynamics, and nanoscale structures interactively through advanced VR rendering, supporting hypothesis generation and collaboration. The candidate’s tasks include developing real-time volumetric visualization, implementing interactive analysis tools, creating data pipelines, and evaluating user performance to improve the platform. The goal is to enhance scientific insight, education, and public engagement by making the intricate behaviors of water in these materials directly perceptible.

Your profile

A university degree in a relevant field. Preferably in the subjects Human-Computer Interaction or (Media) Computer Science.

Required skills and qualifications

• proficiency in relevant research methods and techniques
• very good English skills
• interest in interdisciplinary teamwork
• independence and self-motivation
• adaptability and flexibility
• persistence and resilience in facing challenges

Experience in at least one of the following research fields

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Game Design and Development
• Interactive 3D Computer Graphics

Additional technical skills preferred for the implementation

• Unity3D, Unreal or similar engines
• object-oriented programming (e.g., C#, C ++ or Java)
• input and output devices (e.g., XR displays and/or controllers)
• statistics (e.g. R or SPSS)

We offer

• Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements
• Continuing education opportunities
• University pensions
• Attractive location
• Flexible working hours
• Work-life balance opportunities
• Health management, EGYM Wellpass
• Educational leave
• 30 days of vacation per annum

Universität Hamburg—University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle “Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age” drives collaboration with academic and nonacademic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society.

The University of Hamburg is committed to equity. Diversity enriches our university life, whether in our studies, research, teaching, education, or workplace. We therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, age, religion or belief, disability, or chronic illness.

The University of Hamburg strives to increase the number of women in academia, and encourages qualified female academics to apply.

Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.

Instructions for applying

Contact

• Prof. Dr. Frank Steinicke
  frank.steinicke@uni-hamburg.de
• Antje Lünstedt
  antje.luenstedt@uni-hamburg.de

Reference number 365

Location Vogt-Kölln-Str. 30, 22527 Hamburg

Application deadline 11.12.2025

Use only the online application form to submit your application with the following documents:

• cover letter
• CV
• copies of degree certificate(s)

If you experience technical problems, send an email to bewerbungen@uni-hamburg.de.

More information on data protection in selection procedures.

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

• Higher Education

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