Technology Transfer Project Coordinator (m/f/d, E13 TV-L, 100%)

Tech Transfer at the Tübingen AI Center

The Chair of Machine Learning Engineering and Technology Transfer, recently established and headed by Prof. Peter Gehler, focuses on the engineering dimensions of machine learning and drives the development of entrepreneurial activities at the Tübingen AI Center.

The Tübingen AI Center is a joint research initiative of the University of Tübingen and the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems, dedicated to advance the frontiers of machine intelligence. The center connects world-class researchers with a growing network of startups and companies in close collaboration with the Cyber Valley initiative and the ELLIS Institute Tübingen. Cyber Valley fosters entrepreneurship through access to venture investors, incubation programs and innovative support for turning research into start-ups.

The Tech Transfer Chair at the AI Center will strengthen and expand this growing ecosystem by promoting networking and entrepreneurial activities at the interface between AI research and industry. Key initiatives include talent development, enabling AI startups, and delivering transformative technological solutions to address real-world challenges.

Your Responsibilities

Technology Transfer Activites 

• Development and implementation of effective mechanisms to support technology transfer, education, entrepreneurship and societal impact of AI 
• Establishing and overseeing connections with stakeholders from public, academic and private sectors, including coordinating and collecting strategic advice and feedback 
• Organizing network building activities, workshops, social events, conferences and coding schools 
• Representing the AI Center’s Tech Transfer activities in meetings, conferences and public relation activities 
• Supporting activities in technology transfer, entrepreneurship, and new initiatives at the Tübingen AI Center, alongside educational programs for university students, researchers, and industry partners

Project Management and Administration 

• Overseeing and organizing daily operations of the group 
• Project management tasks related to the implementation of tech transfer measures at the AI Center or third-party funded projects (e.g. DFG, BMBF, EU), including project deliverables, status reports, finances and administration 
• Documenting relevant statistics

Your Profile

• Advanced degree (MSc or PhD) in a relevant field 
• Strong written and verbal command in English and German (C1 level or higher) 

Candidates should meet several of the following competencies: 

• Experience in project management, finances and reporting in either an academic or industrial environment 
• Experience in establishing networks and managing multi-stakeholder environments 
• Strong communication and organizational skills; we work with diverse teams and cultures 
• Experience working in research environments and collaborative networks 
• Experience in managing complex and new projects, ideally with a focus on technology innovation

The Offer

Tübingen AI Center offers an exciting and multifaceted role in a field of profound societal significance with the opportunity to gain valuable experience in both the strategic and operational aspects of developing tech transfer measures.  You will collaborate closely with a motivated and diverse team of researchers, students and professionals within a world-class ecosystem. Join Tübingen AI Center in shaping the future of "AI made in Europe"! 

Compensation is based on the public service sector’s collective agreement (TV-L), including comprehensive social benefits and a public transportation subsidy. We offer a development and training program, and the possibility for flexible working hours, taking individual circumstances into account. This is a permanent position at the University of Tübingen and can in principle be shared.

The University of Tübingen is committed to equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from equally qualified candidates with disabilities will be given preference. The employment is carried out by the central administration of the University of Tübingen.

How to Apply

Applications (cover letter, CV, and relevant certificates or project portfolio) should be sent in a single PDF to applications@tuebingen.ai by April 1st, 2025. Please use the subject line “Application: Technology Transfer Project Coordinator”.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to applications@tuebingen.ai.