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Student Assistant (f/d/m) 41h/month - Focus: UX/UI-Design

We are looking for a student assistant (f/d/m) (41h/month). The position is limited until 31.12.2028.

Identifier: HCC26-SHK-ETHIC
Application deadline: see FU Berlin – Stellenanzeiger (German only)

At the Human-Centered Computing Research Group (HCC), a position as a student assistant (SHK) with a workload of 41 hours per month is available as of December 1, 2025, subject to funding approval by the third-party funder.

The HCC research group at the Institute of Computer Science of Freie Universität Berlin is an interdisciplinary team led by Prof. Dr. Claudia Müller-Birn, conducting research and teaching in the areas of Collaborative Computing and Human-Computer Interaction. On this basis, we investigate sociotechnical systems in various application scenarios that are embedded in different usage contexts. We focus on the interactions and interdependencies between data, algorithms, people, social environment, and the natural environment. Our goal is to contribute to the responsible development of value-oriented, socially compatible, and sustainable concepts of technology design. We are particularly concerned with how user interfaces in the field of medical AI can support users in reflecting on and interpreting content. Our methodological approaches are grounded in human-centered, participatory design and encompass both qualitative and quantitative research methods.

Our values

  • We offer an open, interdisciplinary, and dynamic work environment in which people from diverse backgrounds and experiences are welcome.
  • We are committed to open-source software, open science, and free access to knowledge.
  • Through regular team exchange, we support your individual strengths and skills.

Job description

You are a design student who wants to explore how novel interaction concepts can be implemented. As a member of our research group, you will have the opportunity to do precisely that and much more. In our team, you contribute your knowledge, skills, and creativity at the intersection of human and computer interactions. As a student assistant, you will work closely with our research staff and distinguish yourself through your commitment, drive, and willingness to learn. As a student assistant, you will support us in the following practice-oriented tasks.

Main tasks:

  • Supporting the design of visual solution approaches through personas, storyboards, user stories, and user journeys
  • Supporting the design of visual concepts (e.g., wireframes and low-fidelity prototypes) for user interfaces

Additional tasks:

  • Supporting the preparation of materials for workshops
  • Supporting literature research in the field of Human-Computer Interaction

Desired qualifications:

  • Enrolment in a degree program in design (e.g., interaction design, communication design, computational design) or a related field
  • Knowledge in at least one of the following areas: UI design, data analysis and visualization, process and information design, web technologies and/or front-end development (e.g., HTML, CSS)
  • Basic skills in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) or Affinity
  • Basic skills in prototyping software (e.g., Sketch, Figma)
  • Good written and spoken German and English skills (at least B2)
  • Gender and diversity competence

For further information, please contact Dr. Peter Sörries (hcc@mi.fu-berlin.de / +49 30 838 75256).

Further information

Please send your application, including informative documents and stating the reference number, in PDF format (preferably as a single file) by e-mail to Prof. Dr. Claudia Müller-Birn: hcc@mi.fu-berlin.de or by post to

Freie Universität Berlin
Fachbereich Mathematik und Informatik
Institut für Informatik
AG Human-Centered Computing
Prof. Dr. Claudia Müller-Birn
Königin-Luise-Str. 24/26
14195 Berlin (Dahlem)

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Job advertisement dated: 16 November 2025