Faculty IV - Institute of Software Engineering and Theoretical Computer Science / Machine Learning and Security
Research Assistant - salary grade E13 TV-L Berliner Hochschulen
Part-time-employment may be possible
The position is to be filled as soon as possible and is initially limited to two years.
The Chair of “Machine Learning and Security” explores the interface between computer security and artificial intelligence (AI). The chair develops new approaches to protect learning-based systems and defend against attacks and malware. It is part of the AI Competence Center BIFOLD in Berlin.
The chair is looking for a research assistant (PhD student) for the project AIGENCY. This project investigates the opportunities and risks of generative AI (such as ChatGPT) from the persepective of computer security. It explores the attack surface of generative AI models and develops novel attack and protection mechanisms. The aim is to scientifically assess security risks and contain them at an early stage. The possibility of a doctorate exists.
Tasks
- Research and security analysis of generative AI models
- Analysis of vulnerabilities and attacks on generative AI
- Development of protection mechanisms for generative AI
- Scientific publishing
Requirements
- Successfully completed university degree (Master, Diplom or equivalent) in Computer Science or in a related technical area
- Very good knowledge and skills in the area of machine learning
- Very good knowledge and skills in the area of computer security
- Experience in the development of AI and/or security systems
- Team player with initiative and independent working style are desirable
- Good knowledge of German and/or English required; willingness to acquire the respective missing language skills
Research Environment
- Exciting and challenging research work
- Collaborative and positive academic environment
- Renowned and dedicated team
- Vivid network of researchers worldwide
How to apply
Please send your application with the reference number and the usual documents (all combined in a single pdf file, max 5 MB) by email to hashmi@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.
Technische Universität Berlin - Die Präsidentin - Fakultät IV, Institut für Softwaretechnik und Theoretische Informatik / FG Maschinelles Lernen und IT-Sicherheit
Facts
| Published | 15.08.2024 |
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| Number of employees | ca. 7000 |
| Category | Graduate position, Research assistant |
| Category TU Berlin | Research assistant without teaching obligation |
| Area of responsibility | Computer sciences |
| Start date (earliest) | Earliest possible |
| Duration | until 31/10/26 |
| Full/Part-time | full-time; part-time employment may be possible |
| Salary | Salary grade E13 |
Requirements
| Qualification | Master, Diplom or equivalent |
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| Degree Program | Engineering, Computer science |
| Language skills |
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Apply
| Application deadline | 20.09.2024 |
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| Reference number | IV-457/24 |
| By post | Technische Universität Berlin
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| By email | hashmi@tu-berlin.de |