As the largest institute within the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, we have been conducting research for over 30 years in diverse fields such as artificial intelligence, microelectronics, sensor systems, data acquisition, signal processing, and signal transmission. Talented individuals from various engineering and natural science disciplines will find a wide range of exciting research topics under one roof. A few highlights that reflect our innovative strength include neuromorphic computing, 5G/6G mobile communication technologies, generative AI in speech and signal processing, and X-ray imaging for e-mobility. And that’s just the beginning! What sustainable solution will you find with us?

Are you interested in spearheading innovation as the leader of our Advanced Audio Research group, which conducts pioneering research in speech and audio?

Well, this (and the ideal environment for it) is precisely what we are offering you!

The group »Advanced Audio Research« is engaged in the research and development of advanced cutting-edge speech and audio technologies. The group focuses on developing audio codecs such as MPEG-H, immersive audio renderers such as MPEG-I, Automotive Audio, and state-of-the-art deep learning for audio coding and processing. The team works closely with various groups and departments to explore a broad range of topics in speech and audio research.

• Team Leadership & Development: You provide professional and performance leadership to a team of eight researchers and developers, shaping a high-performing, growth-oriented culture.
• Creative Thinking & Experimentation Enablement: You encourage and support creative thinking and experimentation by creating opportunities for knowledge exchange and cross-disciplinary collaboration across the Audio & Media Technologies division.
• Ideation-Friendly Environment & Empowerment: You foster an environment where new ideas are welcomed, and team members are empowered to explore innovative solutions to speech and audio research challenges.
• Employee Skills Development & Potential Cultivation: You enhance and cultivate employee skills and potential through targeted development plans, coaching, and learning opportunities.
• Strategy Alignment with Audio & Media Technologies Division: You align the group’s strategy with the division’s objectives to ensure cohesive roadmaps and measurable impact.

• University degree (preferably with a Ph.D.) in engineering or natural sciences, technical computer science, mathematics, or a comparable qualification, plus at least two years of relevant professional experience
• Very good interpersonal and communication skills, and a genuine passion for fostering team success along with leadership and development
• Proven experience in team coordination in a fast-paced, agile environment
• Proficient in project management with proven experience in leading R&D projects
• Research experience, scientific expertise, and a background in speech and audio processing
• Network-oriented collaboration and cross-functional thinking - experience in another field / research division is an advantage
• Fluency in English, additional German skills are a plus

• Leadership opportunity: A compelling management role at a global market leader in a highly innovative key industry.
• Collaborative culture: Dedicated colleagues with broad professional expertise in a personal and collegial working atmosphere.
• Career development and visibility: The opportunity to build your reputation and visibility both in science and in industry.
• Room for creativity: Projects with strong practical components motivate our employees to drive innovation.
• Top of the line infrastructure at your workplace: State-of-the-art hardware and software in a modern office space support a productive working environment.
• We value personal contact: With our structured onboarding process, you will quickly become familiar with our institute and be able to extend your network successfully.
• We take your needs seriously: We support your work-life balance by offering flexible working hours and hybrid work.
• Your goals and interests are important to us: We offer ongoing professional and personal seminars, coaching, and language classes.
• Equal opportunities: Our female scientists, for example, benefit from the »Fraunhofer TALENTA« career program.
• We offer complimentary parking spaces, charging stations for electric cars, covered bicycle parking, and showers at the institute.
• In-house health management, including sports courses, running groups, and relaxation seminars.

The weekly working time is 39 hours. The position can also be filled on a part-time basis with the preference, however, to have it filled as close to full-time as possible. The position is initially limited to 2 years with the aim to extend it subsequently. Appointment, remuneration and social security benefits based on the public-sector collective wage agreement (TVöD).

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability.

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft currently operates 76 institutes and research institutions throughout Germany and is the world’s leading applied research organization. Around 32 000 employees work with an annual research budget of 3.4 billion euros. The Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS, headquartered in Erlangen, is the largest institute of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft with more than 1 200 employees.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.

Apply online now and be part of our innovation journey! Once we’ve received your application, you will automatically receive a confirmation email. We will then get in touch as soon as possible to inform you about the next steps.

Do you have questions about the application process? Our recruiters Claudia Kestler-Böhm and Svenja Hofmann will be happy to assist you.

Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS
www.iis.fraunhofer.de