PhD Student in Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Marburg 2026

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, working group "Big Data Analytics", is currently accepting applications for a Research Assistant (Doctoral Researcher/PhD). 

Tasks:

• Scientific services in research and teaching
• Fulfilment of research and development tasks in the context of the third-party funded project Metaserve
• Writing publications on novel methods and scientific findings
• Presentation of scientific findings at (international) conferences and workshops
• Participation in teaching, in particular by supervising seminars and theses

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineMarch 29, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorUniversity of Marburg
• City to studyHesse
• School to studyUniversity of Marburg
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Many years of experience in researching novel data profiling solutions, especially via the predecessor project "Metanome" and a comprehensive library of existing profiling algorithms
• Support in research and development tasks with a highly motivated team in Marburg and access to an international network of data profiling researchers
• Modern laboratory and computing infrastructure with high-performance computers for the development of distributed systems and the training of large AI models
• Flexible working hours, the possibility of working remote and extensive freedom of participation in the organisation of project work
• A wide range of qualification opportunities and extensive sports and family offers

Requirements

• You have completed a MSc-degree or equivalent in computer science, data science or comparable with a very good average grade
• You have basic prior knowledge of database technologies, are familiar with the relational data model and ideally already have knowledge of data management disciplines, such as data integration, cleaning, normalization, querying, storage, and distribution
• You can prove your ability to work scientifically by providing reference of a successfully completed, independent scientific paper, such as a Master thesis or a scientific publication, teaching experience in your own courses and tutoring activities is an advantage
• You have very good programming skills, a strong understanding of algorithms and knowledge of software development (ideally proven by completed projects)
• You are interested in data-driven research and software development, you can independently familiarize yourself with new technologies and you enjoy developing solutions to complex problems
• You have very good communication skills in English (spoken and written), you enjoy working in teams and you are characterized by a high level of commitment

Disposition to own scientific qualification (e.g. a doctorate project in the field of “Data Engineering”) is expected.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Applications are made via the Online Application Portal.

For more information, kindly visit the University of Marburg webpage.