Student or Scientific Assistant (m/f/d) at the Munich Data Science Institute

25.06.2026, Studentische Hilfskräfte, Praktikantenstellen, Studienarbeiten

Are you passionate about data science and looking for an opportunity to gain hands-on experience while studying? The Munich Data Science Institute (MDSI) is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Student/Scientific Assistant to join our dynamic team!

The Munich Data Science Institute (MDSI) is an integrative research institute at TUM that helps researchers in data science, machine learning, and AI across the university collaborate and network, offers related training and services, and reaches out to the public.

Your responsibilities:

·         Maintain the contents of our website

·         Monitor relevant TUM news and share suitable content on the MDSI website

·         Support our outreach team, e.g. during MDSI events

·         Maintain and develop our MySQL database

Requirements:

·         Interest in data science and data management

·         Currently enrolled in a university study program, preferably in data science, computer science, statistics, or a related field (from semester 3)

·         Very good Microsoft Office as well as CMS (TYPO3) skills

·         Programming experience (ideally VBA/SQL)

·         Excellent communication skills in English (German is a plus) and teamwork abilities

·         Reliable and collaborative personality

·         Ability to work independently and precise while effectively managing your time

We offer:

·         Hands-on experience in managing cutting-edge data science-related projects

·         Opportunity to connect with experts in the field

·         Flexible working hours to accommodate your study schedule, 8-10 hours per week

·         International, attractive, and interdisciplinary working environment across different departments and disciplines

Application:

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position to application@mdsi.tum.de by July 26, 2026 (please use the subject MDSI Student/Scientific Assistant). Join us at MDSI, we look forward to receiving your application!
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, TUM explicitly encourages nominations of and applications from women as well as from all others who would bring additional diversity dimensions to the university’s research and teaching strategies.

Contact:

Technische Universität München

Munich Data Science Institute (MDSI)

Sylvia Kortüm

Walther-von-Dyck-Straße 10

85748 Garching bei München

www.mdsi.tum.de

www.tum.de

Kontakt: application@mdsi.tum.de