We’d love to hear a bit about you — could you share your background and professional experience?
My name is Joachim Taiber and I was born and raised in Germany.
All my academic training was performed in Switzerland at ETH Zurich where I studied Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science resulting in a PhD degree for technical sciences. After my studies I spent some time in a software start up in Zurich and then joined BMW Group in Munich to work as an automotive engineer. This career path led me to work in the US to engage in the development of an automotive engineering campus in South Carolina where BMW was a key investor which resulted in an academic engagement with Clemson University as a research professor. As a spin-off from working at Clemson University I led the development of the International Transportation Innovation Center (ITIC) which is an automotive proving ground for connected, automated and electrified vehicles. The center became the founding member of the International Alliance for Mobility Testing and Standardization (IAMTS) which I developed in the role of a managing director which brought me back to Europe as the organization is headquartered in Vienna. Imperial became a member of IAMTS which helped to develop the relationship to work with Dyson School of Engineering. I joined Imperial first as visiting professor in 2024 and became a advanced research fellow at CSEP shortly after where I am responsible for automotive affairs.
What are you working on right now, and what part of your work do you find most exciting?
I just completed working on the Automotive Sector Study and truly enjoyed learning more about the UK’s role how it could engage in transforming the future of mobility.
What drew you to work at CSEP, and how do you see your role contributing to its mission?
I was attracted by the opportunity to leverage my knowledge in the sector and contribute to its future in collaboration with colleagues that share my passion for mobility.
I’m particularly motivated by the chance to engage in mobility-related projects that create added value for the UK and its people as key source for innovation.
What do you hope to learn or gain from your time here?
I am eager to learn as much as possible for the excellent research and academic environment and help build meaningful relationships with industry and academic partners to work on transformative projects.
Do you have a favourite paper, study, book or project that has influenced your career path so far?
The Feynman lectures on physics.