PhD Student AI Production Jobs

Phd Student Physical AI Agents / AI Robotics Production

In the team 'Digital & AI Technologies', we shape the automotive production and ...

Location

Germany , Wolfsburg

Salary:

Not provided

Volkswagen AG

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Good to very good university degree qualifying for doctoral studies in the fields of (industrial) engineering, (industrial) computer science, or a comparable field of study
In-depth knowledge in the field of artificial intelligence (expertise in a specific area such as AI Agents and AI Robotics is an advantage)
Practical experience in the field of production and logistics (e.g., as a research assistant, working student, or through internships) is desirable
Enjoyment in working on complex issues
Experience in project management
Business-oriented thinking and acting, with high motivation and commitment
Strong team and communication skills, including intercultural competence
German or English language level C1

Job Responsibility

Identifying potential application areas of Physical AI Agents / AI Robotics for systematically realizing cost-saving potentials in manufacturing
Investigating technological options (Reinforcement Learning, Large Action Models, etc.) and developing guidelines for the level of autonomy of AI
Developing a comprehensive concept for the use of Physical AI Agents in production and validating it based on concrete use cases
Leading practical digitalization and AI projects in production and scouting the latest technologies in the context of Industry 4.0
Contributing to the further development of the department in an agile team and in a modern work environment

What we offer

Attractive salary & 30 vacation days (+ 24.12. and 31.12. off)
35-hour week, flexible working hours, remote work
Special conditions for the purchase and leasing of vehicles
Free seminars on scientific work and interdisciplinary qualifications
Participation in the doctoral network for scientific exchange with science representatives and other doctoral candidates within the Volkswagen Group

Fulltime

PhD Student Generative AI Autonomous Process Planning Systems

As a PhD candidate in our program, you will have the unique opportunity to join ...

Location

Germany , Wolfsburg

Salary:

Not provided

Volkswagen AG

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Good to very good university degree qualifying for doctoral studies in Computer Science, Information Systems, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
Solid expertise in data analysis, statistics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence
In-depth knowledge in the field of operations research and mathematical optimization
Practical experience with programming languages such as Python, R, MATLAB, or similar tools for implementing AI models and optimization algorithms
English language level B2 and German language level C1
Strong team spirit, commitment, and initiative

Job Responsibility

Developing and training a generative AI model for automated process planning, including the mathematical modeling of requirements in assembly line balancing problems and linking with mathematical optimization methods
Creating AI algorithms: Designing and programming advanced algorithms to optimize manufacturing processes in close coordination with the IT department
Implementing pilot projects: Executing and evaluating pilot projects at selected production sites to validate the developed methods
Collaborating with industry experts: Regular exchange and collaboration with industrial engineers and process planners to tailor solutions to specific needs
Documenting and presenting results: Preparing research findings for internal stakeholders and for presentation at scientific conferences

What we offer

Attractive salary & 30 vacation days (+ 24.12. and 31.12. off)
35-hour week, flexible working hours, remote work
Special conditions for the purchase and leasing of vehicles
Free seminars on scientific work and interdisciplinary qualifications
Participation in the doctoral network for scientific exchange with science representatives and other doctoral candidates within the Volkswagen Group

Fulltime

PhD Student Security Engineering AI

The digitalization of modern, highly networked vehicles requires protection agai...

Location

Germany , Berlin; Wolfsburg

Salary:

Not provided

Volkswagen AG

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Very good university degree qualifying for doctoral studies in engineering, natural sciences, computer science, or comparable fields of study
Relevant theoretical and practical experience with AI methods and technologies
Enthusiasm for cybersecurity
Initiative and ability to work in a team
Systematic and independent way of working
English and German language level B2

Job Responsibility

Analyzing, assessing, and evaluating the benefits of applying artificial intelligence methods in security engineering within vehicle development
Designing and testing the application of selected artificial intelligence methods for the creation, verification, and validation of security cases for vehicle systems
Designing and evaluating procedures for testing artificial intelligence methods in security engineering for development scopes subject to homologation and certification

What we offer

Attractive salary & 30 vacation days (+ 24.12. and 31.12. off)
35-hour week, flexible working hours, remote work
Special conditions for the purchase and leasing of vehicles
Free seminars on scientific work and interdisciplinary qualifications
Participation in the doctoral network for scientific exchange with science representatives and other doctoral candidates within the Volkswagen Group

Fulltime

PhD Student Innovative Laser Beam Welding Technology Battery Production

PhD position focusing on innovative laser beam welding technology for battery pr...

Location

Germany , Braunschweig

Salary:

Not provided

Volkswagen AG

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Good to very good university degree qualifying for doctoral studies in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, physics, or a comparable qualification
Knowledge and experience in the field of laser welding technology (specifically: aluminum alloys), optionally laser welding expert or welding engineer
Materials expertise in the field of metallurgy, ideally welding or solidification processes
Knowledge of finite element modeling and phase field modeling
Knowledge of statistical experimental validation methods and test execution
Outstanding initiative, ability to work in a team, and structured approach to work
Outstanding communication and presentation skills
English language level B2 and German language level C1

Job Responsibility

Systematically selecting and designing laser welding technologies in the battery environment
Developing a methodology for designing weld seams based on requirements and enabling the transferability of results to other geometries and material alloys
Optimizing seam geometry through modeling and optionally integrating AI methods
Establishing correlations, such as between bonding area and strength requirements of laser weld seams in battery stacks
Considering FEM analysis of material behavior

What we offer

Attractive salary & 30 vacation days (+ 24.12. and 31.12. off)
35-hour week, flexible working hours, remote work
Special conditions for the purchase and leasing of vehicles
Free seminars on scientific work and interdisciplinary qualifications
Participation in the doctoral network for scientific exchange with science representatives and other doctoral candidates within the Volkswagen Group

Fulltime

PhD Student

At Volkswagen Group Innovation, we are driving the future of robotics through in...

Location

Germany , Wolfsburg

Salary:

Not provided

Volkswagen AG

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Good to very good university degree qualifying for doctoral studies in computer science, robotics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related fields
Solid knowledge in at least one of the following areas: machine learning / deep learning, robotics / ROS / control engineering, computer vision
Programming experience (e.g., Python, C++, ROS)
Interest in interdisciplinary research and complex systems
Independent, structured working style combined with strong team skills
Ideally, initial experience with real robotic systems or simulations (e.g., Gazebo, Isaac Sim, Omniverse)

Job Responsibility

Researching and developing methods for coordinating autonomous robots in connected production environments, focusing on decentralized decision-making and multi-agent systems
Designing and implementing real-time capable AI algorithms for planning, navigation, and dynamic task allocation
Applying reinforcement learning, edge AI, and sensor fusion to create adaptive systems for changing environments
Using digital twins and Sim2Real transfer to efficiently translate simulation results to real-world robotic platforms
Developing and integrating multimodal control concepts (e.g., Vision-Language-Action Models) and designing intuitive human-robot interactions in collaborative scenarios

What we offer

Attractive salary & 30 vacation days (+ 24.12. and 31.12. off)
35-hour week, flexible working hours, remote work
Special conditions for the purchase and leasing of vehicles
Free seminars on scientific work and interdisciplinary qualifications
Participation in the doctoral network for scientific exchange with science representatives and other doctoral candidates within the Volkswagen Group

Fulltime

New

Ai/ml Phd Intern

At Sigma, we’re not just adding AI—we’re building the future of how people work ...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

80.00 - 90.00 USD / Hour

Sigma Computing

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Current PhD student studying AI/ML at a U.S. accredited university
Deep understanding of machine learning, including deep learning algorithms, model architectures and optimization
Baseline understanding of building and deploying production-grade AI/ML systems
Knowledge of the full ML lifecycle: data curation, training, deployment, monitoring
Desire to bridge research and application—bringing new AI ideas from concept to impactful deployment

Job Responsibility

Conduct original AI/ML research in search, recommendations, natural language processing, agentic workflows and more
Prototype and productionize AI systems that feel intuitive but do a lot under the hood
Tackle novel UX problems at the intersection of AI, analytics, and data apps
Contribute to the development of scalable AI/ML infrastructure for experimentation, training, and evaluation of large-scale models

What we offer

Equity
Generous health benefits
Flexible time off policy
Paid bonding time for all new parents
Traditional and Roth 401k
Commuter and FSA benefits
Lunch Program
Dog friendly office

Research Program Manager

At Furhat Robotics we believe robots, done right, can have an incredible impact ...

Location

Sweden , Stockholm

Salary:

Not provided

Furhat Robotics

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

PhD in robotics, AI, cognitive science, computer science, or related fields
3+ years of experience in research project coordination, preferably within EU-funded programs (can be during doing your PhD)
Prior experience in academia or at a research-intensive company/startup
Experience with grant proposal preparation and academic consortium management
Experience setting up and supervising successful Master's student theses
Strong organizational and communication skills
Excellent English (written and spoken)
Interest in human-robot interaction, AI, and social technologies

Job Responsibility

Manage active EU-funded projects (e.g. Horizon Europe, Marie Skłodowska-Curie, etc)
Coordinate reporting, deliverables, and partner communication
Oversee project budgets, timelines, and compliance with funding rules
Represent Furhat in consortium meetings and reviews
Prepare and submit project reports, financial summaries, and audits
Supervise or co-supervise staff (PhD and Masters students)
Develop and maintain relationships with academic labs and scientific institutions using Furhat
Track and report research publications, thesis projects, and new use cases involving Furhat robots
Identify and support promising research groups with technical and community assistance
Supervise and coordinate MSc thesis students and research interns hosted at Furhat

Full-time Lecturer at the Faculty of Computer Science and Informatics

The Full-time Lecturer at the Faculty of Computer Science and Informatics is res...

Location

Germany , Berlin

Salary:

55000.00 EUR / Year

GUS Germany GmbH

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

PhD with strong theoretical and practical knowledge in at least one of the following areas: (i) Data Analytics and Visualisation, (ii) Big Data Analytics, (iii) Machine Learning, (iv) Deep Learning, (v) Computer Vision, (vi) Chatbot Systems, (vii) Robotics and Automation Systems
Prior teaching experience in higher education at the University level
Strong working knowledge of Python Programming
Very good knowledge of Windows OS, of MS Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Microsoft Teams
Scientific publications in a related discipline
Fluent in spoken and written English (C2 level)
Knowledge of Educational Platforms (i.e., Canvas, Blackboard etc.)
Sound knowledge of study regulations and rules
Very good organisational and communication skills
High social competence and assertiveness

Job Responsibility

Teaching academic modules in Data Analytics, Machine Learning, and related AI domains
Designing and updating curricula
Creating and grading assignments and exams
Participating in school activities as directed by the Dean of the Faculty and Chief Academic Officer
Mentoring students
Providing individualised tutoring to enhance academic performance
Monitoring progress
Developing creative teaching materials to support learning in AI and data analytics
Administering, proctoring and marking all students’ assignments and exams papers of all assigned classes
Updating a Syllabus or Syllabi if required

What we offer

An international environment with a multicultural audience and a meaningful social impact
Support in achieving your professional goals and development
Opportunities for career growth alongside BSBI, including leadership roles
Extensive training to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel
Work in a young, dynamic and positive culture that fosters collaboration
Performance-based commissions to incentivise sales success
Be at the forefront of an exciting educational opportunity, leading the way forward and growing with BSBI

Fulltime

PhD Student AI Production

Volkswagen AG

Location:
Germany, Wolfsburg

Category:
Research and Development

Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
May 17, 2025

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