AI applied to Real-World Robotics Technische Universität Darmstadt in Germany

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

The position offers a competitive and fair funding package, including a stipend (exact amount not specified), comprehensive mentoring and onboarding, personal and professional development opportunities, flexible working hours, mobile work options, and student apartments in Munich (subject to availability).

Deadline

Aug 1, 2026

Country

Germany

University

Technische Universität Darmstadt

How do I apply for this?

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Where to contact

LinkedIn Position Link 1

Keywords

Computer Science

Mechanical Engineering

Information Technology

Deep Learning

Artificial Intelligence

Production Management

Automation

Reinforcement Learning

Robotics

Automotive Industry

Machine learning

About this position

?? PhD Opportunity at BMW Group – Apply AI to Real-World Robotics! ??

Technische Universität Darmstadt

Join BMW Group as a PhD Candidate in Foundation Models for Robotic Systems & Automation in the Emerging Technology and Innovations Department at the BMW Group, Munich

?? Supervision: Prof. Jan Peters (Technische Universität Darmstadt), a leading researcher in machine learning & robotics.

?? Your impact: Apply your research to real manufacturing use cases – shaping the next level of automation at the BMW Group.

?? Reach out to Patrick Lanners directly or apply here: https://lnkd.in/dJRSbCNn

Funding details

What's required

Applicants must have a completed Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a closely related field. Strong knowledge and interest in Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Multi-modal Learning, Perception, and AI-based control architectures are required. Technical expertise in areas such as Reinforcement Learning, Imitation Learning, Deep Learning, Transformers, and Generative AI is preferred. Extensive practical experience in software development, ideally in Python and C/C++, and experience with real or simulated robotic arm manipulators are expected. Good communication skills, structured working style, and fluency in German and English are required. Applicants from outside the EU must have a valid residence or work permit for the duration of the program.

How to apply

Apply exclusively online via the BMW Group career portal at https://lnkd.in/dJRSbCNn. Do not send applications by email or other channels. For questions, use the contact form on the portal; inquiries will be answered by phone or email.