Research Scientist

Research Scientist (m/w/x) AI-Driven Transformation of Optical System Development

ZEISS · Oberkochen, Jena, Germany · posted 2026-10-30 · English-friendly ✓

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You are passionate about cutting-edge research and motivated to shape the next generation of optical system development? In this role, you will make a key contribution to transforming classical engineering approaches into modern model-, data-, and AI-driven workflows. You will be part of a highly innovative team within the ZEISS Innovation Ecosystem, working closely with internal and external partners to develop forward-thinking methods, tools, and processes for holistic system design.

* Develop and implement AI-driven workflows for optical system design * Combine modeling, simulation, data analytics, and machine learning to enable efficient * design processes * Contribute to modern software and toolchains for advanced system development * Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and partners across the ZEISS Innovation * Ecosystem * Support holistic system design from physical modeling to data-driven decision-making * Transfer cutting-edge research results into industrial applications

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* PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or a related field * Strong background in at least one of the following areas: optics, simulation, machine * learning, or scientific computing * Experience in software development (e.g., Python, C++, MATLAB) * Interest in interdisciplinary challenges and complex systems * Structured and independent working style combined with strong teamwork skills * Excellent analytical thinking and enthusiasm for innovation

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Friederike Kirklar-Harms, Selina Riccio

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