The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) currently operates 76 institutes and research institutions throughout Germany and is the world’s leading applied research organization. Around 32 000 employees work with an annual research budget of 3.0 billion euros. 
Fraunhofer SIT is one of the leading research institutions for IT security in Germany and Europe. The focus is on applied research and the development of innovative solutions for real security and data protection issues of our time. The progress of science and the publication of our results at top conferences are just as much a focus as is the transfer of our results to industry, government and society. The institute is part of the National Research Center for Applied Cybersecurity ATHENE, the largest research center for cybersecurity in Europe, and is closely linked to the two partner universities Technische Universität Darmstadt and Goethe University Frankfurt. 
We are looking for a dynamic leader to head a research department in the field of Security from and through artificial intelligence at the Institute's headquarters in Darmstadt. The position offers the opportunity to independently shape the research work of the Institute and ATHENE in this area and to build and lead a research team. In addition to research, it is also possible to participate independently in teaching at the Institute's two partner universities. The department head is responsible for setting priorities and developing the department's specialist strategy. The institute has a larger, specialized AI cluster, and machine learning methods are already applied in several scientific departments of the institute, e.g. in the areas of software and network security, forensics and disinformation detection. The department is intended to complement the existing work and, in particular, to research topics relating to the security and trustworthiness of machine learning and artificial intelligence itself.
 

What you will do

• Head of a department in the field of security of and through artificial intelligence at the Fraunhofer Institute for Secure Information Technology in Darmstadt
• Contribution to the strategy development of the institute, in particular in the subject area of the department
• Management of a scientific team, including personnel development
• Independent acquisition of third-party funds
• Conception, implementation and monitoring of research projects
• Close cooperation with the institute´s other departments and with external partners in business, administration, society and in academic and industrial research and development
• Responsibility for adherence to quality standards, budgets and schedules in all department projects
   

What you bring to the table

• PhD in a relevant field, e.g. computer science, mathematics, electrical engineering
• Several years of experience in research in the field of security of and through artificial intelligence
• Strong communication and presentation skills in English and German
• Experience in applying for and carrying out scientific projects, in supervising and mentoring junior researchers and generally in personnel management is an advantage

What you can expect

• A challenging and varied position in a dynamic, interdisciplinary and international research environment
• The opportunity to independently shape a research area and bring it to life through excellent projects
• Generous and flexible personnel and material resources (e.g. laboratories, travel funds)
• A unique opportunity for collaboration, combination of practice and theory, development of complementary skills, mentoring and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Support for personal and professional development through continuing education and training
• A motivated and dedicated team as well as an open and collegial working atmosphere
• Family-friendly working culture with flexible working hours and conditions
• Attractive performance and success-related remuneration components
• The position is initially limited to two years - a long-term cooperation is sought
   

The weekly working time is 39 hours. This position is also available on a part-time basis. We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. Appointment, remuneration and social security benefits based on the public-sector collective wage agreement (TVöD). Additionally Fraunhofer may grant performance-based variable remuneration components.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future. 

Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!
 

Fraunhofer Institute for Secure Information Technology SIT 

www.sit.fraunhofer.de 

Requisition Number: 74061                Application Deadline: