Your Contribution
1. A three-year, individually designed doctoral (PhD) program in the Group's advanced engineering department
2. PhD program in the field AI frameworks for multi‑source data integration to support product innovations in automotive development
3. Development of a scalable AI framework that integrates internal data (production, sales, after‑sales feedback) with external sources (social media, communities, market APIs, IoT telemetry, partner data)
4. Application of methods such as predictive analytics (., preventive failure prediction), white‑spot identification (detecting innovation gaps), and digital product innovation
5. Intensive research and development work in close collaboration with industry partners and research institutions
6. Professional supervision from the specialist department, talent development, and the university
7. Early discussions of potential career opportunities within the company
Your Experience and Qualifications
8. Excellent university degree (Master or comparable) in Computer Science, Data Science, Business Informatics, or a comparable field with a focus on AI / Machine Learning
9. Knowledge of artificial intelligence, databases, and data analysis
10. Experience in innovation management, particularly in identifying innovation gaps (white spots) to predict risks and improve products
11. Excellent English and fluent German skills
12. Ability to work independently in a scientific environment, flexibility, teamwork skills, structured thinking, and strong commitment
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