Student Assistant (f/m/non-binary) – In the field of AI-based robotics for automation in production engineering

For decades, the WZL Machine Tool Laboratory at RWTH Aachen University has been synonymous with successful and forward-looking research and innovation in the field of production engineering. The Automation and Control Engineering Division at the Chair of Machine Tools focuses on automation and digitalization in manufacturing. The Cognitive Systems Group addresses the integration of human and artificial intelligence into smart production systems. To this end, artificial intelligence applications are developed to increase productivity and quality, often by combining AI and robotics. Additionally, the group examines the human-machine interface, for example through AR and VR in assistance systems, intelligent knowledge management, intuitive robot programming methods, or knowledge transfer via imitation learning.

Your opportunities:

• Research work on innovative topics in the field of automation technology and artificial intelligence
• Exciting industry projects
• Independent task management
• Excellent supervision and rapid onboarding
• Flexible working hours (e.g., consideration for exams)

• Currently enrolled in a university or university of applied sciences in the fields of mechanical engineering, automation technology, computer science, or a related field
• Programming skills in a high-level language (preferably Python)
• Initial experience with or interest in developing artificial intelligence applications
• Experience with ROS is a plus
• Ability to work independently and high level of motivation

To support current research and industry projects, we are looking for a student assistant to work at least 7.5 hours per week. The focus of the role is on contributing to industry and research projects with an emphasis on AI and robotics. As part of the project team, you will develop practical solutions for use in research and industry. Potential tasks include support in the programming innovative human-robot interfaces, implementing simulations in Nvidia Omniverse, or integrating and controlling robots.

Interested? We look forward to receiving your application!

The successful candidate will be employed as a student assistant.
The position is to be filled at the earliest possible date and offered for a fixed term of 12 months.
This is a part-time contract position.
The standard weekly hours will be 7,5 hours.
The salary is based on the RWTH Guidelines for Student and Graduate Assistants.
The position corresponds to a pay grade of 15.20 euros per hour.

RWTH is a certified family-friendly University. We support our employees in maintaining a good work-life balance with a wide range of health, advising, and prevention services, for example university sports. Employees who are covered by collective bargaining agreements and civil servants have access to an extensive range of further training courses and the opportunity to purchase a job ticket.
RWTH is an equal opportunities employer. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly from groups that are underrepresented at the University. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability or age. RWTH is strongly committed to encouraging women in their careers. Female applicants are given preference if they are equally suitable, competent, and professionally qualified, unless a fellow candidate is favored for a specific reason.
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