Research Assistant in Knowledge Organisation

Research Assistant in Knowledge Organisation

18/08/2026 14:51 Open positions

We are looking for you to join our A1 - Scientific Services department at our Hamburg or Kiel location, starting January 1, 2027, as a

Research Assistant in Knowledge Organisation

Remuneration is based on the public sector pay scale at grade EG 13 TV-L. The contract will be initially for a period of two year/s in accordance with § 14 Abs. 2 Teilzeit- und Befristungsgesetz (TzBfG) with the option of extension. This is a full-time position 38.7 hours per week). The starting date is 01.01.2027.

Your tasks …

Conceptual and technical development of the existing knowledge organisation system

Modelling and processing of knowledge bases for generative AI applications

Data cleaning, transformation, and modelling

Development of scripts and prototypes for semantic enrichment, data conversion and integration into library processes

Migrating a knowledge organisation system to a new management system

Your profile …

essential:

A completed university degree, i.e. a masters degree or diploma in (Business or Library) Informatics, Computational Linguistics, Information Science or a related technical discipline

A basic understanding of data models, metadata and semantic interoperability

Good knowledge of the Python programming language

A basic understanding of machine learning and hybrid approaches such as Retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)

Ability to work independently and think analytically

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Good written and spoken English

desirable:

Several years professional experience in the field of (business or library) informatics, computational linguistics or information science

Knowledge of semantic technologies or concepts in computational linguistics (natural language processing)

Experience with thesaurus management software

A basic understanding of library processes and knowledge organization systems (e.g. thesauri, ontologies)

Practical experience in the areas of knowledge graphs and NoSQL databases

Good written and spoken German

We offer…

challenging and varied tasks in a dynamic environment where teamwork, transparency, innovation and learning are essential

the public sector pension plan (VBL)

An attractive workplace, initially at Hamburgs Binnenalster and, from the first half of 2027, in Hamburgs university district - alternatively at our location on the Kiel Fjord - as part of a dedicated and friendly team

part-time work is possible

workplace wellness programs and corporate fitness

subsidised public transportation pass

equal opportunity and family-friendly policies

You are expected to be willing to work occasional day shifts at the other location and to travel for work, as well as to engage in ongoing professional development.

Are you interested in joining the A1 - Scientific Services team?

Apply online now (ID-Nr. A1-03).

For further information please contact Agnes Grützner (a.gruetzner[at]zbw.eu).

The foundation aims to increase the proportion of women in its staff and encourages suitably qualified women to apply. Female candidates will be given priority in the case of equal suitability, competence and professional performance.

Diversity is a core value of our organization. We welcome applications regardless of nationality, ethnicity, social background, religion or philosophy, age, sexual orientation, and identity.

The ZBW has an equal opportunities policy for persons with recognized disabilities. Disabled persons with the necessary qualifications will therefore be given priority.