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Fully Funded PhD Positions in Reasonable Artificial Intelligence (AI, Machine Learning, Cognitive Science) at Technical University of Darmstadt Technical University of Darmstadt in Germany

I am recruiting fully funded PhD students in Reasonable Artificial Intelligence at Technical University of Darmstadt.

Technische Universität Darmstadt

Germany

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Nov 16, 2025

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Keywords

Computer Science
Cognitive Science
Artificial Intelligence
Natural Language Processing
Human-computer Interaction
Reinforcement Learning
Neuroinformatics
Multimodal Analysis
Continual Learning
Machine learning

Description

The Technical University of Darmstadt is offering multiple fully funded PhD positions in the newly established Cluster of Excellence 'Reasonable Artificial Intelligence' (RAI), as part of the Hessian.AI initiative. The RAI cluster is dedicated to rethinking and redeveloping AI at its core, focusing on creating richer, more robust, and human-like AI systems. Four research labs are available: Active AI, Observational AI, Systemic AI, and Challenging AI, each addressing unique aspects of AI such as continual learning, multimodal perception, modular AI systems, and cognitive benchmarking. The program is highly interdisciplinary, involving supervisors from TU Darmstadt and partner universities, and offers access to state-of-the-art GPU resources. PhD candidates will join a vibrant international research environment, participate in lab rotations during the first year, and be supervised by two professors. Applicants must have a strong background in computer science, AI, machine learning, or related fields, with excellent programming and English skills. The positions are fully funded, with comprehensive benefits including salary, leave, pension, and family support. The application deadline is November 16, 2025, for positions starting January 2026. Interested candidates should apply online for a specific research lab and can find further details on the RAI and Hessian.AI websites.

Funding

Positions are fully funded according to the collective agreement for the Technical University of Darmstadt (TV - TU Darmstadt). Funding includes a salary, 30 days annual leave, 5 days educational leave, free public transport in Hesse, preventive medical check-ups, subsidized sports programs, flexible working models, supplementary public service pension scheme (VBL), and family-friendly benefits such as childcare services and child allowance. Access to state-of-the-art GPU resources is provided.

How to apply

Apply online via the TU Darmstadt career portal for the specific RAI research lab of interest. Do not apply for multiple labs in parallel. Prepare all required application documents as specified in the application form. For questions, contact Dr. Susann Weißheit at susann.weissheit@hessian.ai.

Requirements

Applicants must hold a university science degree (master's or equivalent) with very good performance in computer science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, cognitive science, or related fields. Strong programming skills are required, ideally with experience in deep (probabilistic) learning, compilers, robots, or relevant modalities such as NLP or computer vision. Specific technical knowledge relevant to the chosen research lab is expected. Very good English skills (written and spoken), ability to work independently and in teams, high motivation, and proactive behavior are essential. Experience in comparing AI and human cognition, or publications in top venues, is a plus.

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