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</b>100% full-time equivalent (part-time possible), Salary level: TV-L E13, Located at the CARISSMA Institute for Automated Driving, Human-Computer Interaction Group (Prof. Andreas Riener):</span></p>
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<b>1. Cognitive Modeling & Human Factors in Automated Driving</b>! </div>
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Your tasks:</div>
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<div role="presentation">Develop cognitive models of driver and vulnerable road user (VRU) decision-making based on psychological state/trait concepts</div>
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<div role="presentation">Design, conduct, and analyze user studies (driving simulator, MR/VR, real-world traffic) including eye-tracking, psychophysiological, and motion-capturing data</div>
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<div role="presentation">Build physical behavior models of VRUs (e.g., trajectories, postures) and integrate cognitive factors into holistic prediction models</div>
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<div role="presentation">Implement and advance machine learning and explainable AI (XAI) approaches.</div>
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<div role="presentation">Design and evaluate innovative human\u2013machine interfaces (HMI).</div>
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Your profile:</div>
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<div role="presentation">Master\u2019s degree in Computer Science, Psychology, Human Factors, Data Science/AI, Engineering, or a related field.</div>
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<div role="presentation">Strong skills in data analysis, ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow), and programming (e.g., Python, C#, R, SPSS); interest in XAI and HMI design is a plus.</div>
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<div role="presentation">Experience in empirical research and handling psychophysiological data (EEG, ECG, SpO\u2082, GSR).</div>
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<div role="presentation">Knowledge of cognitive models, traffic behavior, or state/trait psychology is advantageous.</div>
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<div role="presentation">Independent, interdisciplinary work style, with enthusiasm for vehicle safety, human factors, and human\u2013AI interaction.</div>
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<div role="presentation">Excellent English (C1) and good German skills (B2).</div>
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<span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Applications are open until </span>
<b>November 26, 2025 </b>at <span style="font-size: 12pt;"><a href="https://jobs.b-ite.com/jobposting/d8b007074c828af1f289f918488da87b622a50f60?ref=homepage">https://jobs.b-ite.com/jobposting/d8b007074c828af1f289f918488da87b622a50f60?ref=homepage</a></span></div>
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<b>2. Automated Driving Simulation and XR Research:</b></div>
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Your Tasks:</div>
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<div role="presentation">Programming and further development of driving simulations (IPG CarMaker), including sensor and actuator integration</div>
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<div role="presentation">Development of immersive XR applications (Unity, Unreal, or CARLA) including motion platform integration</div>
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<div role="presentation">Design and implementation of innovative study and interaction scenarios in AR/VR/XR</div>
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<div role="presentation">Integration of XR environments with driving simulation and psychophysiological measurement systems</div>
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<div role="presentation">Independent research, user studies, and scientific publication activities</div>
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Your Profile:</div>
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<div role="presentation">Excellent university degree (Master\u2019s or equivalent) in Computer Science or a related discipline</div>
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<div role="presentation">Strong programming skills in at least one higher-level programming language (e.g., C#.NET, Java) and substantial experience in developing XR applications</div>
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<div role="presentation">Passion for technology and research, particularly at the intersection of human\u2013machine interaction</div>
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<div role="presentation">Strong problem-solving abilities and high affinity for interdisciplinary HCI-related research</div>
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<div role="presentation">Ideally motivated to pursue academic qualification with the goal of completing a PhD</div>
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<div role="presentation">Team player with very good English skills (C1 level) and good German language proficiency (minimum B2 level)</div>
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Would you like to conduct research at the intersection of human\u2013vehicle interaction and simulation, and actively contribute to the vision of safe and autonomous mobility?</div>
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<b>December 9, 2025 </b>at<b> </b><a href="https://jobs.b-ite.com/jobposting/a2f0d11ca384d4076c8003ee8811615adedd71da0?ref=homepage" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">https://jobs.b-ite.com/jobposting/a2f0d11ca384d4076c8003ee8811615adedd71da0?ref=homepage</a></span></p>
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Thanks and best regards,</div>
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<p style="margin: 0cm; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 90, 155);">Andreas Riener</span></p>
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<b>Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt </b></span></p>
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Dr. Andreas Riener</b><br>
<i>Prof. for Human-Machine Interface and Virtual Reality</i></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0cm; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 90, 155);"><i>Academic Director for Graduate Degree Program User Experience Design (UXD-M)</i></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0cm; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 90, 155);"><i>Head of the Human-Computer Interaction Group (HCIG)</i></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0cm; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 90, 155);"><i>Charter Member of CARISSMA Institute of Automated Driving (CIAD)</i></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0cm; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 90, 155);"><i>Scientific Director of the Computer Science/AI Doctoral Center</i></span></p>
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