Computer Scientist (f/m/d) Full-time

Job Opportunity at Institute for Micro Process Engineering

The Institute for Micro Process Engineering (IMVT), headed by Roland Dittmeyer, is one of the world's leading academic research institutions in the field of micro process engineering. An international team of 70 staff members from various disciplines is dedicated to advancing novel microstructures in modern process engineering and to evaluating process chains for the production of carbon-neutral fuels and chemicals through power-to-fuel technologies.

Your Tasks

You are responsible for:

• Establishing and maintaining a system for the archiving and publication of large volumes of experimental and simulation data at IMVT (research data management, big data)
• Designing, implementing, and maintaining an electronic document management system for the digitalization of the institute's entire administration in coordination with the relevant departments at KIT
• Carrying out the duties of the institute's data protection officer
• Procurement and installation of computer hardware and software

Your Profile

You have:

• A completed university degree (Master's degree/university diploma) in computer science or a related field
• Very good knowledge of data formats and databases/repositories for the storage and publication of scientific research data, preferably including experience with research data management systems
• Knowledge of and experience with methods of machine learning and artificial intelligence in the context of scientific research data management
• Very good knowledge of document management systems
• Very good knowledge of the operation of computer networks, server systems, and secure email communication
• Good communication skills in both German and English
• Strong organizational skills

We Offer

• Science for Impact: Engage with topics of societal relevance — in an excellent scientific environment that enables change.
• Flexible Working Hours: Take advantage of flexible‑hours schemes, remote‑work options, part‑time models, and a 30‑day annual leave entitlement to achieve an optimal work‑life balance.
• Career‑Building and Developmental Opportunities: We provide you with a structured onboarding program, a broad spectrum of continuing‑education options, and personalized support, thereby fostering your individual growth.
• Family-friendliness: The “KIT‑Family +” program assists you in reconciling work and family life by offering childcare services, holiday activities, a parent‑child office space, and assistance with caring for relatives.
• Stay Healthy: Under the motto “Fit at KIT – Body, Mind and Soul,” we promote your well‑being through fitness classes, mental‑health programs, and regular preventive health examinations.
• Individualized Extra Benefits: Enjoy a corporate pension (VBL), a €25 monthly contribution toward a JobTicket BW, plus a broad selection of cultural and recreational programs.

Job location: Eggenstein-Leopoldshafen (and Karlsruhe)

Salary: Salary category 13 TV-L; classification is based on personal and professional qualifications.

Contract duration: 2 years

Contact person in line-management: Prof. Dr. Roland Dittmeyer, roland.dittmeyer@kit.edu, +49 721 608-23114

If you have general questions about the application process, please contact Dominik Meschar Personalservice (PSE), dominik.meschar@kit.edu, +49 721 608-25029

At KIT we value the diversity of our employees; different perspectives and backgrounds enrich our work. We prefer to balance the number of employees (f/m/d). Therefore we kindly ask female applicants to apply for this job. Applications from recognized severely disabled individuals are given preferential consideration when qualifications are equal.

Application up to: 15.06.2026 Job posting number: 176/2026