Assistant Professor in Dynamical Systems

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam); Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% holiday allowance

8.3% end-of-year bonus

Commuting expenses contribution

Personalized benefits package

Up to 41 days annual leave (FT)

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Dynamical Systems. The department seeks an experienced researcher who will develop an independent research line and contribute to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.

The role includes national and international leadership and participation in grant writing. The position starts 1 September 2027 or earlier, with a path to a permanent appointment and a 0.8–1.0 FTE workload.

Qualifications

• PhD in mathematics with postdoctoral experience.
• Strong research record with international network.
• Effective lecturer with teaching experience.
• Fluent in English language.
• Basic teaching qualification (BKO) or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Develop an independent research line in Dynamical Systems.
• Contribute to the department's teaching portfolio at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Demonstrate academic leadership nationally and internationally.
• Participate in departmental activities and grant proposal writing.

Skills

English fluency

Lecturing

Communication skills

Research leadership

Education

PhD in Mathematics

Postdoctoral experience

Job description

Your function

We are seeking a new colleague who is passionate about scientific research and education. Our department is looking for a mathematician with a proven expertise in the broad area of Dynamical Systems. This may include, but is not restricted to, evolution equations, variational methods, pattern formation, rigorous numerics, random and stochastic dynamics, ergodic theory, computational methods and data-driven approaches, and their applications in neuroscience, mathematical biology, climate science, and networks. We are an inclusive, interdisciplinary group, and diversity and internationalism is at the heart of our research principles, as well as our teaching practice.

Your function

We are seeking a new colleague who is passionate about scientific research and education. Our department is looking for a mathematician with a proven expertise in the broad area of Dynamical Systems. This may include, but is not restricted to, evolution equations, variational methods, pattern formation, rigorous numerics, random and stochastic dynamics, ergodic theory, computational methods and data-driven approaches, and their applications in neuroscience, mathematical biology, climate science, and networks. We are an inclusive, interdisciplinary group, and diversity and internationalism is at the heart of our research principles, as well as our teaching practice.

The preferred starting date is 1 September 2027 or earlier.

Applications from all groups currently under-represented in academic posts are especially encouraged. We particularly welcome applications from women and people with an ethnic minority background.

Your duties

• you develop an independent research line in Dynamical Systems
• you contribute to the teaching portfolio of the department, at both the undergraduate and graduate level
• you show academic leadership, nationally and internationally
• you participate in departmental activities and tasks, including writing grant proposals

Your profile

• you have a PhD in mathematics with a few years of postdoctoral experience
• you have a strong research record, as witnessed by excellent publications, original research projects, and an international network
• you are an effective lecturer
• you have good communication and execution skills
• you are fluent in English
• you have a basic teaching qualification ('BKO'), as required by Dutch universities, or equivalent. If not, you are willing to obtain this qualification

What do we offer?

A challenging position in a socially involved organization. The appointment of Assistant Professor is initially for 18 months and leads into a permanent contract. After a positive evaluation at the end of the first year, based on transparent criteria, the initial contract will be converted to a permanent position. Furthermore, a 5-year career track from Assistant Professor 2 (scale 11; UD2) to Assistant Professor 1 (scale 12; UD1) is offered.

Based on full-time employment, and depending on experience, the gross monthly salary ranges from €4,925 to €7,573 in accordance with Dutch academic salary scales 11, or 12. The job profile (Assistant professor or "Universitair docent") is based on the Dutch university job ranking system and the position is available for 0.8-1.0 FTE.

Benefits

• 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus
• contribution to commuting expenses
• optional model for designing a personalized benefits package
• a maximum of 41 days of annual leave based on full-time employment
• good paid parental leave scheme
• flexible working hours

About Us

The Department of Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics strives for excellence in research. The department balances pure mathematical research with mathematical research motivated by applications. Researchers in the department are on one hand active at a fundamental and theoretical level, and, on the other hand, work on applications with links to business, the sciences, and societal issues. The department has a strong international research staff with expertise in dynamical systems, topology, geometry and algebra, as well as in stochastics (statistics, data analytics, probability).

Faculty of Science

Researchers and students at VU Amsterdam’s Faculty of Science tackle fundamental and complex scientific problems to help pave the way for a sustainable and healthy future. From forest fires to big data, from obesity to malnutrition, and from molecules to the moon: we cover the full spectrum of the natural sciences. Our teaching and research have a strong experimentally technical, computational and interdisciplinary nature.

We work on new solutions guided by value-driven, interdisciplinary methodologies. We are committed to research, valorisation and training socially engaged citizens of the world who will make valuable contributions to a sustainable, healthy future.

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam stands for values-driven education and research. We are open-minded experts with the ability to think freely. - a broader mind. Maintaining an entrepreneurial perspective and concentrating on diversity, significance and humanity, we work on sustainable solutions with social impact. By joining forces, across the boundaries of disciplines, we work towards a better world for people and planet. Together we create a safe and respectful working and study climate, and an inspiring environment for education and research.

We are located on one physical campus, in the heart of Amsterdam's Zuidas business district, with excellent location and accessibility. Over 5,500 staff work at the VU and over 30,000 students attend academic education.

Diversity

Diversity is the driving force of the VU. The VU wants to be accessible and receptive to diversity in disciplines, cultures, ideas, nationalities, beliefs, preferences and worldviews. We believe that trust, respect, interest and differences lead to new insights and innovation, to sharpness and clarity, to excellence and a broader understanding.

We stand for an inclusive community and believe that diversity and internationalisation contribute to the quality of education, research and our services. Therefore, we are always searching for people whose backgrounds and experience contribute to the diversity of the VU community.