Join the lab
Open thesis topics, PhD and student-assistant work in the Human-Centered Information Systems group at TU Clausthal, and what to send.
We are always looking for passionate researchers to join our group
We welcome applicants at all levels: PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, visiting scholars, and internship students. If none of the tracks fits, send a CV and one paragraph on what you want to build to the institutional e-mail address below.
How to apply
Who we are looking for
Bachelor and Master theses
Pick one of the open topics or propose your own in eyewear computing, cognitive augmentation, digitised emotions, human-robot interaction, participatory design in health care or serious games.
What to send
- a short exposé (problem, research question, method, preliminary outline)
- transcript of records
- one paragraph on why this topic
PhD students
Strong background in HCI, computer science, or related fields. Passion for hands-on prototyping and user studies.
What to send
- CV
- publication list or thesis
- one page on what you want to build
Postdoctoral researchers
Track record of first-author publications at top HCI venues. Interest in leading independent research threads.
What to send
- CV
- publication list or thesis
- one page on what you want to build
Research interns and visiting scholars
Undergraduate or Master's students with a concrete project idea or interest in one of our research areas.
What to send
- CV
- transcript of records
- one paragraph on your skills and availability
Student assistants (HiWi)
Students of TU Clausthal can support running projects, from hardware prototyping to study support and software.
What to send
- CV
- transcript of records
- one paragraph on your skills and availability
Theses
Writing your thesis with us
If you are nearing the end of your studies, planning to write your thesis soon, and have a passion for exploring the intersection of technology and human interaction, you’ve come to the right place. Our faculty is dedicated to the research and development of information systems that are not only technologically advanced but also intuitively tailored to people’s needs and behaviors. At a time when technology permeates every aspect of our lives, the importance of developing systems that are accessible, user-friendly, and effective cannot be overstated. Our department offers you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the research that will shape the future of human interaction with technology. Whether you are interested in improving usability, developing assistive technologies, or understanding the societal impacts of information systems, your thesis can make a significant contribution to this dynamic field.
Open thesis topics are listed under Theses; every thesis starts with a short written exposé, and Teaching explains the nine points it should contain.
Exposé
Every thesis starts with a short written exposé. The teaching page explains the nine points it should contain.
The exposé guideWhat you get
What the group offers
- Supervision by Prof. Dr. Kai Kunze and Dominik Schulz
- Access to eyewear, wearable and robotic prototypes
- Theses can become publications; see the research archive and publications
FAQ
Questions and answers
Do I need an exposé before we talk?
A one-page draft is enough to start; the full exposé follows the nine points on the teaching page.
Can I write my thesis in German?
Yes, theses can be written in German or English.
Institutional contact
Where to write
One institutional address for theses, student-assistant work and PhD enquiries.
Institute ifi-hcis.tu-clausthal.de