Doctoral researcher in Research Training Group HEARAZ

About us

The vision of the HEARAZ Research Training Group is the comprehensive inter- and transdisciplinary training of junior scientists for the efficient development of a new generation of networked technical assistance systems close to the ear (“hearables”) and their embedding in life and healthcare practice. This vision is realized conceptually and technologically through the networking of hearing aids with sensors and external devices.

5 positions for doctoral students are available for scientific qualification at the University of Oldenburg and at the University of Bremen 

Your tasks

The five PhD projects are described in detail on our website under 'Planned Dissertation Projects': https://www.hearaz.de/en/projects/.
Further information about the HEARAZ research training group team and ongoing projects can also be found on our website.

Your profile

Successful candidates should have completed their master studies (or complete them before signing the contract) in the fields of informatics/data science, engineering/physics, speech and audio signal processing, or closely related fields.

Required qualifications:

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field (see above)
• Substantial knowledge and proven interest in at least one of the following research areas:
  • Informatics/Data Science/AI
  • Engineering/Physics
  • Speech and Audio Signal Processing
  • Ethics and Social Sciences
• Method skills in at least one of the areas:
  • Qualitative research, e.g. interview techniques, text analysis etc.
  • Quantitative research, e.g. statistics, mathematical modelling, numerical modelling etc.
  • Programming, e.g. programming languages, tools, machine learning, AI etc.
• Excellent proficiency of English or German (C1 level)
• Interest in pursuing a PhD

Desirable qualifications:

• Strong communication skills
• Teamwork skills
• Willingness to work in an interdisciplinary team

We offer

• HEARAZ offers access to excellent facilities and laboratories, data and computing infrastructure, attractive workplaces, diverse and responsible tasks, and a wide scope of advanced training options, and flexible working time models. All doctoral students are supervised by an interdisciplinary team of at least two highly qualified professors providing their complementary expertise, infrastructure, and networks. Doctoral students are encouraged to develop their skills and networks by visiting HEARAZ partners and world-renowned institutions for extended research stays. 
• Guidance during your onboarding phase and support during your doctorate
• Payment in accordance with collective bargaining law (special annual payment, public service pension scheme, asset-related benefits) incl. 30 days annual leave
• A family-friendly environment with flexible working hours
• Benefits from the university's health promotion program and possibility to participate in the university sports program 
• See also https://uol.de/umo-benefits 

Our standards

The University of Oldenburg is dedicated to increase the percentage of female employees in the field of science. Therefore, female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. In accordance to § 21 Section 3 NHG, female candidates with equal qualifications will be preferentially considered. Applicants with disabilities will be given preference in case of equal qualification.

Contact

For general questions contact Dr.-Ing. Sandra Hellmers by email: