Director
Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems
Posted
Jan 18, 2026
Location
Germany
Type
Full-time
Mission
What you will drive
Core responsibilities:
- Serve as an international leader in the field of intelligent systems research
- Pursue an ambitious research agenda within their department
- Lead the institute jointly with other director colleagues
- Contribute to the institute's research in areas like machine learning, robotics, natural language understanding, small-scale robotics, self-organization, haptic perception, bio-inspired systems, medical robotics, and robotic materials
Impact
The difference you'll make
This role advances cutting-edge research in intelligent systems that could lead to breakthroughs in robotics, machine learning, and related technologies, contributing to scientific progress and potential future applications in fields like medicine and materials science.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
Required qualifications:
- International leadership status in the field of intelligent systems
- Demonstrated excellence in scientific research
- Ability to pursue ambitious research agendas
- Leadership experience in academic or research settings
Benefits
What's in it for you
Benefits include:
- Academic freedom
- Diverse, international, excellent research environment
- Outstanding infrastructure
- Long-term scientific funding
- Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion