At the research groups “Environmental Assessments” and “AI and Land-Use Change” at Technische Universität Berlin, a joint position as Research Associate in the subproject “AI-supported modelling through the integration of novel and heterogeneous data as well as spatial optimization” within the research project “Enabling a biodiversity-positive transformation of energy planning toward climate neutrality (BIOGAIN)” is to be filled as of March 1, 2026. The opportunity to pursue a PhD in this context is given.

• Identification and evaluation of novel, heterogeneous data
• Collection of relevant datasets and preprocessing for modelling
• AI-supported modelling for optimized energy planning
• Collaboration with project partners

Further responsibilities include:

• Writing project reports and scientific publications (in English)
• Presenting project (interim) results at conferences

• Successfully completed academic university degree (Master, Diplom, or equivalent) in environmental planning, spatial/regional planning, geosciences, physics, mathematics, or computer science
• Basic programming skills (Python)
• Basic knowledge of spatial and environmental planning
• Good German and/or English skills required; willingness to acquire any missing language skills
• Programming skills in Python is desirable
• Experience in machine learning/deep learning is desirable
• Experience in analyzing geoscientific datasets is desirable
• Experience in reporting/publications is desirable
• Experience in the field of ecological impacts of the energy transition is desirable
• Commitment, ability to work in a team, and ability to work independently and responsibly is desirable

• Participation in a dynamic, motivated, and young team
• Exciting and varied tasks in a highly relevant research environment
• Openness to flexible working time models within TU Berlin’s framework for mobile work
• Support and promotion of training and professional development opportunities
• A modern, well-equipped workplace in Berlin-Charlottenburg

Please send your application with the reference number and the usual documents only by email (combined in a single pdf file, max. 5 MB) to Prof. Dr. Gesa Geißler and Prof. Dr. Annette Rudolph via doerte.grunzig@tu-berlin.de.

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To ensure equal opportunities between women and men, applications by women with the required qualifications are explicitly desired. Qualified individuals with disabilities will be favored. The TU Berlin values the diversity of its members and is committed to the goals of equal opportunities. Applications from people of all nationalities and with a migration background are very welcome.