**Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d): Ethics of Technology / AI Ethics / Moral, Legal, or Political Philosophy**
The Institute for Ethics in Technology at Hamburg University of Technology (TUHH) (www.tuhh.de/ethics) invites applications for a full-time position as a Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d), salary level E13 TV-L, starting 1 February 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is fixed-term until 31 January 2031.
Founded in 2023, the Institute for Ethics in Technology investigates ethical questions arising from technological change and works at the intersection of analytic philosophy, engineering, and computer science. A particular focus lies on the social and normative challenges posed by emerging technologies, especially artificial intelligence. We welcome applications from candidates with a PhD in philosophy or a related field and research interests in ethics of technology, AI ethics, or moral, legal, or political philosophy. The position offers substantial scope for developing an independent research profile within an international and interdisciplinary environment. Responsibilities include conducting independent research, teaching four hours per week during the semester, contributing to the Institute’s research activities and international collaborations, participating in external funding applications, and taking part in academic self-governance. Excellent command of English is required; knowledge of German is not required.
**Application deadline: 15 November 2026**
Further information and application details are available in the official TU Hamburg job advertisement:
https://stellenportal.tuhh.de/jobposting/134b1fbfb7c37d917543fc06791bf1715abad8d30
For informal enquiries, please contact Prof. Dr. Maximilian Kiener: maximilian.kiener@tuhh.de