Welcome to the Career section of the Hertie Institute for AI in Brain Health! 

Hertie AI offers first-class training for doctoral students and young scientists who are interested in the interface of artificial intelligence and neuroscience. Our program is designed to nurture young talent and provide them with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in research and science. We offer comprehensive support through individual mentoring broad access to workshops and seminars and regular events on current topics in AI and neuroscience.

Training and Support

We offer special support measures for early career researchers, including intramural funding programs: Financial support for outstanding PhD students and young female scientists. 

  • Mentoring programs:  Experienced mentors accompany our young talents on their career path.
     
  • Career development: Support in the planning and development of their academic career, including workshops on topics such as publication strategies and scientific communication.
     
  • A structured doctoral training progam The Graduate Training Centre of Neuroscience (GTC) & the International Max Planck Research Schools provide a markedly broad spectrum of opportunities for neuroscience training and research under the guidance of leading neuroscientists. The International Max Planck Research School offers our doctoral students access to first-class research and training. The GTC/IMPRS also runs a doctoral program with supplementary neuroscience and soft skills training. 

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Network and Collaboration

We are proud of our close collaboration with leading research institutions and clusters of excellence in the field of neuroscience and machine learning. 
Our network allows access to a broad network of renown international and national experts. 

  • The strong local Neuroscience and Machine Learning Ecosystem in Tübingen offers the unique opportunity to meet with top level collaborateurs easily.

  • The Cluster of Excellence “Machine Learning for Science” at the University of Tübingen: Together we develop innovative methods and applications in the field of machine learning. 

  • Tübingen AI Center: As one of the German German AI competence centers, we work closely with the Tübingen AI Center to advance the latest developments in AI research. 

  • Medical Faculty of the University of Tübingen: Our collaboration with the Faculty of Medicine enables us to research and develop clinical applications of AI.
     

 

 

Living internationality

At Hertie AI, we attach great importance to internationality and diversity. Internationality is at the core of our work. Our diverse team consists of talented scientists from around the globe, bringing a wide range of perspectives and approaches to our research. 

  • We collaborate with international partners and institutions to leverage the latest advancements in AI and neuroscience. These global partnerships enhance our research and ensure we stay at the forefront of scientific progress.

  • The diversity of our team offers numerous benefits for our research. Different cultural backgrounds and experiences foster creative thinking and innovative solutions. We believe that diverse teams make better decisions and solve problems more effectively. At Hertie AI, we harness these strengths to advance the early detection and prevention of neurological diseases, positively impacting global health.

  • We are also committed to promoting diversity and equality within our team. 
    We believe that an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected leads to better science and a more supportive workplace.
     

Open Positions

AI HPC Cluster Administrator (f/m/d)

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Cluster System Administrator to join our team, responsible for managing and optimizing our high-performance computing environment specifically designed for AI workloads. In this role, you will work closely with a team of HPC experts, AI researchers, and IT specialists to ensure that our systems operate at peak performance, supporting AI and ML teams with reliable, scalable computing resources. 

About the role:

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Cluster System Administrator to join our team, responsible for managing and optimizing our high-performance computing environment specifically designed for AI workloads. In this role, you will work closely with a team of HPC experts, AI researchers, and IT specialists to ensure that our systems operate at peak performance, supporting AI and ML teams with reliable, scalable computing resources.

What you'll do:

  • Cluster Management: Oversee and manage daily operations of the compute infrastructure, including configuration, deployment, and optimization of nodes and networks to maximize performance for AI workloads
  • System Monitoring and Maintenance: Monitor system performance, storage, and network utilization to ensure the clusters operate efficiently. Address hardware and software issues as they arise
  • User Support: Provide technical assistance to AI researchers, data scientists, and developers on efficient use of cluster resources.
  • Documentation and Reporting: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation on system configuration, maintenance tasks, and troubleshooting procedures. Generate regular reports on system performance, uptime, and resource usage for management

What you will bring (position requirements):

  • Education and Experience: Specialist knowledge and professional experience in information technology, applied computer science or computer engineering equivalent to the level of a Master's degree
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in HPC cluster management tools (e.g., SLURM, PBS, or Torque), Linux system administration
  • Scripting and Automation: Strong scripting skills in Python, Bash, or other languages to automate tasks, optimize processes, and improve system reliability
  • Networking and Storage: Solid understanding of high-speed networking, parallel file systems, and large-scale storage solutions (e.g., Lustre, Ceph)
  • Problem-Solving: Excellent troubleshooting abilities and a proactive approach to resolving system issues before they impact users. Interest in artificial intelligence and motivation to collaborate with scientists and professionals in the field of AI research
  • English proficiency

Relevant experience in some of the following technologies:

  • Experience with automation tools for configuration management (e.g. Ansible, Puppet, Chef) and revision control systems (e.g. Git)
  • Experience with containers (Docker/ Singularity/Podman / Kubernetes)

For application, please upload your CV and a motivational letter in one PDF file to the application portal: https://jobs.medizin.uni-tuebingen.de/Job/5579/AI-HPC-Cluster-Administrator-(f-m-d) 

Application deadline: 2nd of February 2025

For more information or questions about technical aspects of the position, please contact Dr. Kristina Kapanova at kristina.kapanova@uni-tuebingen.de.