Student Assistant Projects & Communication

Do you enjoy bringing projects to a success Do you like to organize events Are you interested in issues such as gender equity diversity and inclusion and/or quantum Do you have experience with communication and marketing We in Quantum Development (WIQD) is looking for a student assistant that will work closely together with our Communications Officer and Project Manager on communication support and project tasks.

Join Us!

We are looking for a student assistant who will work closely together with our Communications Officer and Project Manager on communication support and project tasks. WIQD (pronounced wicked)stands for We in Quantum Development an initiative hosted by the University of Amsterdam. We are a professional network within the quantum ecosystem encompassing industry academia and policy. Our mission is to address the underrepresentation of diverse groups in the quantum ecosystem by fostering an inclusive and supportive community. We achieve this through organizing events such as workshops focusing on diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) and a mentoring programme that connects individuals across different stages of their careers in quantum development.

This is what you will do

WIQD is looking for a proactive student assistant with a passion for social media content creation and communication. You will work closely with our Communication Officer (Maja Lešković) and you will support the WIQD Project Manager (Florence Mooser).

Tasks and responsibilities:

• help manage our communication channels;
• create engaging content (copy visuals newsletters blog posts);
• monitor social media analytics to improve our strategies and audience engagement;
• event preparation (e.g. our fall industry event in November and mentoring workshops) including logistics registration tracking quotes and participant/partner communication;
• help keep shared folders organized;
• assist with post-event feedback collection and reporting.

What we ask of you

You are organized detail-oriented and able to work independently as well as collaboratively. Interest in social justice diversity equity inclusion or STEM is a plus. Experience with Canva WordPress and Excel is this role we expect you to work from the office (University of Amsterdam Faculty of Science Institute of Physics) to get acquainted with the job. Later on its possible to carry out your work from home as well.

Your experience and profile:

• Minimal 3rd year Bachelor or MSc student;
• Interest in social justice diversity equity inclusion or STEM is a plus;
• Professional command of English

Its a preference if you additionally have experience with Canva WordPress and Excel.

This is what we offer you

We offer a temporary employment contract for 16 hours per week. The preferred starting date is as soon as possible and the position is until 13 March 2026. The gross monthly salary based on 38 hours per week and dependent on relevant experience ranges between 3.084 - 3.141 (Scale SA) depending on whether you are a pursuing a bachelor or master degree at this time. This does not include 8% holiday allowance and 83% year-end allowance. The UFO profile Student-Assistant OBP (Scale SA) is applicable. A favourable tax agreement the 30% ruling may apply to non-Dutch applicants. The Collective Labour Agreement of Universities of the Netherlands is applicable. Preferred working days: Tuesday and Wednesday

You will work in this team

The University of Amsterdam is the Netherlands largest university offering the widest range of academic programmes. At the UvA 30000 students 6000 staff members and 3000 PhD candidates study and work in a diverse range of fields connected by a culture of curiosity.

The Faculty of Science has a student body of around 8000 as well as 1800 members of staff working in education research or support services. Researchers and students at the Faculty of Science are fascinated by every aspect of how the world works be it elementary particles the birth of the universe or the functioning of the brain.

The Institute of Physics is a prestigious professional body and learned society with a mission to promote the understanding of physics and its value to society. As one of the leading organizations in the field the IoP supports physicists at all stages of their careers from education through to professional development and research. With a global reach the IoP also advocates for physics within the public government and industrial sectors helping to shape policy and drive innovation.

If you feel the profile fits you and you are interested in the job we look forward to receiving your application. You can apply online via the button below. We accept applications until and including 21 September 2025 and selections will be made on a rolling basis. Note that for this vacancy you need to be enrolled as (a minimal 3rd year) student for the total duration of your employment.

For questions and additional information please e-mail Maja Lešković WIQDs Communication Officer at:

Expected starting date as soon as possible (the position is until 13 March 2026).

Applications should include the following information (submitted in one single pdf file as ):

• a detailed CV including the months (not just years) when referring to your education and work experience
• a letter of motivation of maximum 1 page.

Only complete applications received within the response period via the link below will be considered.

Due to Dutch legislation the UvA is for non-scientific positions obliged to recruit within the EU. If you are not an EU-citizen (including Norway and Switzerland) please do not apply for this vacancy.

We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging without our organization. Inclusion equity and diversity are therefore fundamental to our culture and core values. WIQD envisions an inclusive quantum ecosystem in the Netherlands where everyone feels that they belong.