About the opportunity
The Chair of Mathematical Statistics at the Faculty of Mathematics, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, is offering a part-time position for a scientific assistant (WHB) with a bachelor’s degree. The research group develops the mathematical foundations of modern machine learning by combining methods from mathematical statistics, probability theory, optimization, and approximation theory. The team investigates the theoretical properties of neural networks, reinforcement learning, and modern prediction problems in the context of deep learning, aiming to build a solid mathematical understanding of current machine learning methods. The position is fixed-term for one year and requires a weekly commitment of 19 hours starting at the earliest possible date.
Salary and benefits
- Hourly wage of 16.30 €
- Part-time employment (19 hours per week)
- Fixed-term contract for 1 year pursuant to § 6 Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz (WissZeitVG)
Who can apply?
- Bachelor's degree in mathematics
- Enrollment at a German university
Required documents
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae (tabular resume)
- Certificates (e.g., employment references, degree certificates, training certificates)
When to apply
- Application deadline: September 18, 2026
- Start date: As soon as possible
How to apply
- Submit your application quoting reference number ANR 6114 via the online application portal by September 18, 2026.
Additional information
- Reference number: ANR 6114
- Place of work: Ruhr-Universität Bochum
- Travel, accommodation, and loss of earnings or other application costs for interviews cannot be reimbursed.
- The Personal Council has the right to participate in all selection interviews and can be contacted via wpr@rub.de upon request.
- Ruhr-Universität Bochum promotes diversity, equal opportunities, and the professional path of underrepresented groups, explicitly welcoming applications from women and individuals with disabilities.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Hold a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics.
- Currently enrolled at a German university.
- Interested in deep learning theory, probability theory, and optimization.
- Able to commit to 19 hours per week.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is part-time (19 hours per week) and limited to one year.
- Requires enrollment at a German university.
- The position is on-site in Bochum.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This opportunity allows a student to contribute to the mathematical foundations of neural networks and reinforcement learning, making it a valuable addition to a CV for those pursuing a PhD or a career in AI research.
Our take
Highly suitable for Mathematics students who want to gain a year of theoretical research experience in machine learning and deep learning.
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