ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (UD) position in WEB SCIENCE
(Tenure Track) f/m
For 1.0 fte
Vacancy number: 1.2012.00219
The Faculty of Sciences performs research in the areas Life & Health,
Networked World, Fundamentals of Science, and Energy & Sustainability.
More than 1700 students participates in mono- and interdisciplinary
bachelor and master courses. The staff is hosted in the departments of
Physics, Chemistry & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Mathematics, and Computer
Sciences.
The Computer Science Department of the VU University Amsterdam is
inviting applications for a tenure track position in Web Science.
Web Science is a rapidly emerging new scientific discipline that takes
the Web as its object of study. The VUA's Computer Science Department
hosts some of the pioneering research teams in this exciting new field.
As a member of the VUA's Network Institute, the Computer Science
Department is actively involved in Web Science research in collaboration
with scholars from social science, law, economics and humanities.
TASKS
The candidate will be expected to:
* undertake research in line with the Departmental research strategy, to
teach at undergraduate and postgraduate level, and to participate in
Departmental administration;
* develop the research activities of the Department by sustaining a
personal research plan;
* attract, manage and sustain a small research group of PhD students and
Research Assistants;
* establish an international reputation for research through the regular
dissemination of findings through leading peer-reviewed publications,
presenting results at conferences, or exhibiting work at other
appropriate events;
* contribute and develop innovative research proposals, projects and
funding bids as self contained items or as part of a broader programme;
* carry out management and administrative tasks associated with research
activities, including risk assessment of project activities,
organization of project meetings and documentation and preparation of
annual reports. Execute procedures required to ensure accurate and
timely formal reporting and financial control;
* support the teaching objectives of the Department by a range of
contributions to its teaching activities. Deliver teaching of the
highest quality across a range of modules and to all levels, through
lectures, tutorials, practicals and seminars. Monitor, evaluate and
revise course design to ensure excellence and coherence;
* contribute to the efficient management and administration of the
Department by performing personal administrative duties as allocated by
the Head and by taking on appropriate coordinating roles.
REQUIREMENTS
We expect the candidate to work with researchers from other disciplines
across the University and from around the world. Successful candidates
will have a background in Computer Science, will have a track record in
a core Web Science research area, are able to demonstrate the ability to
undertake interdisciplinary research and to contribute to the
development of the new Web Science education programmes at both Bachelor
and Master level that we will be launching over the coming years.
The candidate should have a significant track record in a relevant field
of Computer Science. You will demonstrate a substantial external
reputation in your field, evidence of independent research and evidence
of academic potential through quality research publications.
The candidate must have good ability to write and read English and must
be prepared to take courses for qualification as university teacher.
FURTHER PARTICULARS
The initial appointment will be for a period of 1 year. The assistant
professor position is a tenure track position. Based on performance
indicators agreed at the start of the appointment, a tenure track
position will lead to tenured position in a period of maximally 5 years.
The VU University Amsterdam aims to be an equal opportunities employer.
You can find information about our excellent fringe benefits of
employment at www.workingatvu.nl like:
* remuneration of 8,3% end-of-year bonus and 8% holiday allowance;
* generous contribution (70%) commuting allowance based on public transport;
* discounts on collective insurances (healthcare- and car insurance);
* participation in Individual Choices model.
SALARY
The salary will be in accordance with university regulations for
academic personnel, and depending on experience, range from a minimum of
Euro 3,195 gross per month up to a maximum of Euro 4,374 gross per month
(salary scale 11) or from a minimum of Euro 3,872 gross per month up to
a maximum of Euro 4,970 gross per month (salary scale 12) based on a
full-time employment.
INFORMATION
For additional information please contact: Prof. dr. A.Th. Schreiber;
phone: +31 (0)20 59 87718; e-mail: guus.schreiber@vu.nl
APPLICATION
Applicants are requested to write a letter in which they describe their
abilities and motivation, accompanied by a curriculum vitae and one or
two references. Written applications should be sent before 22 October
2012 to:
VU University Amsterdam
Faculty of Sciences
Attn.: Mrs. Elly Lammers
De Boelelaan 1081, 1081 HV Amsterdam, The Netherlands
It is also possible to apply by e-mail to: Vacature.few@vu.nl
Please mention the vacancy number in the e-mail header or at the top of
your letter and on the envelope.
For 1.0 fte
Vacancy number: 1.2012.00219
The Faculty of Sciences performs research in the areas Life & Health,
Networked World, Fundamentals of Science, and Energy & Sustainability.
More than 1700 students participates in mono- and interdisciplinary
bachelor and master courses. The staff is hosted in the departments of
Physics, Chemistry & Pharmaceutical Sciences, Mathematics, and Computer
Sciences.
The Computer Science Department of the VU University Amsterdam is
inviting applications for a tenure track position in Web Science.
Web Science is a rapidly emerging new scientific discipline that takes
the Web as its object of study. The VUA's Computer Science Department
hosts some of the pioneering research teams in this exciting new field.
As a member of the VUA's Network Institute, the Computer Science
Department is actively involved in Web Science research in collaboration
with scholars from social science, law, economics and humanities.
TASKS
The candidate will be expected to:
* undertake research in line with the Departmental research strategy, to
teach at undergraduate and postgraduate level, and to participate in
Departmental administration;
* develop the research activities of the Department by sustaining a
personal research plan;
* attract, manage and sustain a small research group of PhD students and
Research Assistants;
* establish an international reputation for research through the regular
dissemination of findings through leading peer-reviewed publications,
presenting results at conferences, or exhibiting work at other
appropriate events;
* contribute and develop innovative research proposals, projects and
funding bids as self contained items or as part of a broader programme;
* carry out management and administrative tasks associated with research
activities, including risk assessment of project activities,
organization of project meetings and documentation and preparation of
annual reports. Execute procedures required to ensure accurate and
timely formal reporting and financial control;
* support the teaching objectives of the Department by a range of
contributions to its teaching activities. Deliver teaching of the
highest quality across a range of modules and to all levels, through
lectures, tutorials, practicals and seminars. Monitor, evaluate and
revise course design to ensure excellence and coherence;
* contribute to the efficient management and administration of the
Department by performing personal administrative duties as allocated by
the Head and by taking on appropriate coordinating roles.
REQUIREMENTS
We expect the candidate to work with researchers from other disciplines
across the University and from around the world. Successful candidates
will have a background in Computer Science, will have a track record in
a core Web Science research area, are able to demonstrate the ability to
undertake interdisciplinary research and to contribute to the
development of the new Web Science education programmes at both Bachelor
and Master level that we will be launching over the coming years.
The candidate should have a significant track record in a relevant field
of Computer Science. You will demonstrate a substantial external
reputation in your field, evidence of independent research and evidence
of academic potential through quality research publications.
The candidate must have good ability to write and read English and must
be prepared to take courses for qualification as university teacher.
FURTHER PARTICULARS
The initial appointment will be for a period of 1 year. The assistant
professor position is a tenure track position. Based on performance
indicators agreed at the start of the appointment, a tenure track
position will lead to tenured position in a period of maximally 5 years.
The VU University Amsterdam aims to be an equal opportunities employer.
You can find information about our excellent fringe benefits of
employment at www.workingatvu.nl like:
* remuneration of 8,3% end-of-year bonus and 8% holiday allowance;
* generous contribution (70%) commuting allowance based on public transport;
* discounts on collective insurances (healthcare- and car insurance);
* participation in Individual Choices model.
SALARY
The salary will be in accordance with university regulations for
academic personnel, and depending on experience, range from a minimum of
Euro 3,195 gross per month up to a maximum of Euro 4,374 gross per month
(salary scale 11) or from a minimum of Euro 3,872 gross per month up to
a maximum of Euro 4,970 gross per month (salary scale 12) based on a
full-time employment.
INFORMATION
For additional information please contact: Prof. dr. A.Th. Schreiber;
phone: +31 (0)20 59 87718; e-mail: guus.schreiber@vu.nl
APPLICATION
Applicants are requested to write a letter in which they describe their
abilities and motivation, accompanied by a curriculum vitae and one or
two references. Written applications should be sent before 22 October
2012 to:
VU University Amsterdam
Faculty of Sciences
Attn.: Mrs. Elly Lammers
De Boelelaan 1081, 1081 HV Amsterdam, The Netherlands
It is also possible to apply by e-mail to: Vacature.few@vu.nl
Please mention the vacancy number in the e-mail header or at the top of
your letter and on the envelope.
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