Student Assistant in the Field of Robotics for 3D Digitization

The Competence Center of Cultural Heritage Digitization at Fraunhofer IGD develops and automates 3D scanning technologies to allow for automatic 3D reconstruction of cultural heritage and industrial objects. Different acquisition devices are used depending on the object properties and quality requirements. A new robot-based multi-sensor platform will combine the existing technologies to enable a capture quality superior to that of the individual systems.

Be part of change

First, you will gain expertise in controlling a Universal Robots (UR3) and dive into object‑centric path planning. You will use this knowledge to generate near‑surface trajectories for high‑resolution laser scanning based on an existing coarse scan. Key aspects include collision‑free autonomous path planning and synchronization between the robot and sensors. You will evaluate the methods for completeness, robustness, and runtime on representative datasets and iteratively improve both the setup and the algorithms.

What you contribute

• Very good C++ programming skills
• Strong knowledge in mathematics and linear algebra
• Proficient English skills
• Precise, responsible, independent working style
• Experience in robotics
• Experience with physics simulations is advantageous

The weekly working time is 10-20 hours. The position is initially limited to three months, an extension is intended.

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. Our tasks are diverse and adaptable – for applicants with disabilities, we work together to find solutions that best promote their abilities. Remuneration according to the general works agreement for employing assistant staff.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future. 

Ready for a change? Then apply now and make a difference! Once we have received your online application, you will receive an automatic confirmation of receipt. We will then get back to you as soon as possible and let you know what happens next.

Fraunhofer Institute for Computer Graphics Research IGD 

www.igd.fraunhofer.de 

Requisition Number: 82481                Application Deadline: 02/15/2026