Trial Coordinator and Data Team Assistant (m/f/div), 100%

The Perceiving Systems Department at the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems in Tübingen is creating the world’s most realistic human avatars for use in research, film, virtual reality, and medicine. The Data Team is working closely with computer vision researchers to set up capture technologies and collect unique data sets.

They are looking for a

Trial Coordinator and Data Team Assistant (m/f/div), 100%

Roles and responsibilities

The successful candidate will

• work with computer vision researchers to coordinate, schedule, and run human subject trials involving body shape and motion analysis.
• collect data: recruit participants, take body measurements, attach motion capture markers to participants’ clothes and skin; operate different camera systems, including the unique 4D body scanner (training provided).
• organize, label and process data, run data quality checks, and handle data protection.
• prepare lab equipment for the trials and support the team in maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
• assist the Data Team in administrative tasks.

Education and experience

The role is very dynamic and you will often be introduced to new technologies. You will need to be flexible, willing to learn and able to adapt to research needs. Good organizational and time management skills are required.

They are looking for a team player who can work in a multicultural, English-speaking environment. A very good command of English (C1 or C2) and at least a B1 level of German is required. It is important that you are a responsible person with good social skills who is confident in dealing with people, giving instructions and solving problems.

Experience with MS Office applications and different operating systems (MacOS, Windows, or Linux), along with basic knowledge about recording and editing images and videos is required.

Any experience in project management, data protection, administration, photography, programming, or 3D imaging would be an advantage.

The offer

An initial contract will be offered for two years with the possibility of extension. The position is remunerated in accordance with the collective agreement for the public sector (TVöD Bund), according to your qualifications up to E8. Social benefits are paid according to the regulations of the public service (TVöD Bund).

Application

Any questions regarding the position should be forwarded to Tsvetelina Alexiadis at Tsvetelina.Alexiadis@tue.mpg.de.

Please upload your application as a single PDF file including a motivational letter, CV and references at the application portal.

The position is available immediately and is open until filled. Preference will be given to applications handed in by February 16, 2026.

The Max Planck Society is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals. The Max Planck Society strives for gender equality and diversity. Furthermore, the Max Planck Society seeks to increase the number of women in its workforce in those areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourages women to apply.