Assistant Professor In Soft Matter and Complex Molecular Systems
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Job Location:
Eindhoven - Netherlands
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Department
Areas of interest include but are not limited to materials chemistry polymers (interactive) biomaterials chemistry of life colloidal systems physical intelligence in soft matter machine learning for soft matter molecular systems engineering and complex fluids. We particularly encourage applications from researchers whose research vision is forward-looking whose approach bridges disciplines expertise and tools (experiments theory computation device engineering) who bring complementary expertise and skills that align with and strengthen the strategic research areas of the Department and the University.
Faculty responsibilities include teaching at the BSc and MSc levels mentoring undergraduate students PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers conducting innovative and independent research and contributing to service activities within the Department and the University.
In addition to demonstrating research and teaching excellence the successful applicant will be expected to actively raise research funding and to participate fully in the dynamic collaborative environment of the Department.
Job Requirements
- Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in chemical engineering chemistry physics materials science or a closely related field by the start of employment.
- Postdoctoral experience on a relevant field of research is a plus.
- Ability to conduct high quality academic research reflected in demonstratable outputs.
- A strong research vision and the ambition to build an internationally recognized externally funded frontier research program.
- Motivated to teach contribute to teaching processes and to develop excellent teaching skills.
- Strong cooperation skills and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
- Effective communication and leadership skills including coaching and mentoring of students and staff leading a project or chairing a group.
- Excellent (written and verbal) proficiency in English.
Conditions of Employment
A meaningful job in a dynamic and ambitious university in an interdisciplinary setting and within an international network. You will work on a beautiful green campus within walking distance of the central train addition we offer you:
- Salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities scale 11 (min. 4728 max. 6433).
- A year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%.
- A dedicated mentoring program to help you get to know the university and the Dutch (research) environment.
- A Development Track with the prospect of becoming an Associate Professorand the possibility of an immediate tenured appointment for candidates who present a demonstrably qualified profile and possess at least two years of relevant experience following their PhD.
- High-quality training programs for academic leadership and teaching.
- An excellent technical infrastructure on-campus childrens day care and sports facilities.
- Unlimited access to the modern oncampus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate for you and if applicable your partner.
- Partially paid parental leave and an allowance for commuting working from home and internet costs.
- A Staff Immigration Team is available for international candidates as are a tax compensation scheme (the 30% facility) and partner career support.
About us
Eindhoven University of Technology is a leading international university within the Brainport region where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13000 students and more than 7000 staff forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.
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Application
We invite you to submit a complete application. The application should include a:
- Cover letter in which you describe your motivation and qualifications for the position.
- Curriculum vitae including a list of your publications and the contact information of three references. Kindly note that we may reach out to references at any stage of the recruitment process. We recommend notifying your references upon submitting your application.
- Description of your scientific interests and plans (1-2 pages).
- Statement of your teaching goals and experience (1-2 pages).
Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. Please note that incomplete applications may not be considered and could be rejected.
Please note
- You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
- A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
- Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.
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