IT Specialist (Artificial Intelligence) (m/f/d)

The University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover (TiHo) combines modern science with university tradition.
As a world-renowned university of veterinary medicine, the TiHo offers a diverse and forwardlooking range of tasks in the field of teaching, research and services. More than 1,000 employees work in the institutes, clinics and administration of the TiHo.

The TiHo as an employer

We are a cosmopolitan university.
In veterinary medicine we occupy a top position worldwide.
The satisfaction of our employees is a cause close to our heart.
We offer an exciting and varied working environment.
IT Specialist (Artificial Intelligence) (m/f/d)
EG 10 TV-L; full-time (39,8h); permanent employment

at the Institute of Animal Genomics. Starting date: earliest possible date

Area of responsibility

The Institute of Animal Genomics is looking for a qualified person to strengthen the work group „Veterinary Functional Genomics“, which aims at linking innovative and future-oriented basic research with translational applied research in Animal Breeding and Genomics. The work group is interested in the genetic architecture of the genome in livestock and pets, and its role in the development of phenotypic traits. Sequencing data are produced, investigated by different methods including DNA language models and new software solutions are being developed.

Key tasks and focus areas:

Support in the development and implementation of AI solutions, particularly DNA language models
Further development and maintenance of AI models
Contribution to the advancement of the AI strategy, as well as data management and process organization
Support for the scientific team in the analysis of sequencing datasets (Next Generation Sequencing)
Promotion of knowledge transfer and capacity building in AI developments and technologies
Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams from molecular genetics, veterinary medicine, and data analytics

Recruitment requirements

A completed degree in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Data Science, or a related field is required
Proficiency B2 in English

Required professional knowledge and personal skills

Strong programming skills in Python, R, or a comparable programming language
Experience with AI methods (e.g., machine learning, deep learning) and their application to biological data (e.g., DNA language models)
High level of initiative and self-organization to work independently within self-organized teams
Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills, combined with the ability to develop innovative solutions
Excellent teamwork skills and a willingness to work in interdisciplinary teams and foster collaboration
Flexibility and a willingness to learn in order to quickly adapt to new technologies and research fields
Experience in an academic environment is an advantage but not a mandatory requirement

What we offer

Special annual bonus
Flexible working hours
30 days holiday
Additional retirement arrangement: Pension Institution of the Federal Republic and the Federal States (the company pension of the public service)
Staff canteen with discount meal offers
Participation in university sports at a discount
Targeted further education and training opportunities
Family friendliness
Appreciative working atmosphere with contemporary management culture

The employment relationship is subject to the public sector collective agreement on the federal states (TV-L). Severely disabled applicants will be given priority in the case of equal suitability. The University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover particularly wants to promote the professional equality of men and women. Therefore, it strives to increase the underrepresented gender in the respective area.

Contact

For information, please contact our secretary´s office on telephone number +49 511 953-8876. Applications with the usual documents can be submitted via our online portal by 01.04.2025 at the latest.

The application documents will be destroyed after completion of the personnel selection process.

Your personal data will be treated confidentially. You can find info on this at www.tiho-hannover.de/ds-bew.