Teaching Assistant for Epidemiology

Leiden University Centre for Linguistics; Den Haag; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working possible

Laptop and mobile phone provided

ABP pension scheme

Job summary

Leiden University College The Hague seeks a Teaching Assistant for Epidemiology to support in-person and online teaching. You will develop engaging learning materials, prepare syllabi and weekly lectures, and help students connect neuroscience, epidemiology, and global public health.

The role involves managing virtual connections, handling administrative tasks to ensure access to materials, and occasionally leading lectures based on topic and readiness.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Neuroscience may be required.
• Background in Global Health is desirable.
• Ability to think in an interdisciplinary manner.
• Excellent organisational, communication, teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop engaging learning materials for in-person and virtual teaching.
• Prepare course resources including syllabi and weekly lecture material.
• Help students connect neuroscience, epidemiology, and global public health.
• Manage virtual connections to foster an inclusive classroom.
• Lead lectures when appropriate.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Interdisciplinary thinking

Education

Master’s in Neuroscience

Background in Global Health

Job description

Job Title

Teaching Assistant for Epidemiology

Vacancy Details

• Vacancy number: 16904


• Job type: Academic staff


• Contract hours min: 7


• Contract hours max: 8


• Location: The Hague


• Deadline to apply: 23 oktober 2026

What You Will Do

The TA will work closely with the course instructor to develop engaging, interactive learning materials for in‑person and virtual teaching. Responsibilities include preparing course resources which include syllabi and weekly lecture material, helping students connect neuroscience, epidemiology, and other core areas of global public health. The TA will also manage virtual connections to foster an inclusive and participatory classroom. Some administration to ensure students have access to materials will also be required. At times, the TA can lead lectures based on topic and level of comfort.

• Preparing course resources


• Helping students connect neuroscience, epidemiology, and other core areas of global public health


• Managing virtual connections


• Administration for online students


• Managing classroom media

Where you will work

The Faculty of Governance and Global Affairs (FGGA) contributes to society by providing high‑quality interdisciplinary education and scientific knowledge. FGGA offers a collaborative environment with academic and societal partners, enabling students to gain knowledge and skills for real‑world challenges. The faculty is part of Leiden University, the largest university in the Netherlands, and is situated in The Hague.

Leiden University College The Hague (LUC) is an international English‑language honours college of Leiden University. It offers the Liberal Arts and Sciences programme, focusing on today’s global challenges. The academic staff is diverse, and students are at the centre of teaching and education.

What You Bring

• Master’s in Neuroscience


• Background in Global Health


• Ability to think in an interdisciplinary manner


• Familiarity with teaching and learning in a small‑scale Liberal Arts and Sciences programme


• Ability to work in both a team and independently as needed for the task


• Excellent organisational, communication, teamwork skills

We Also Offer

• An employment contract for the duration of five months. This contract falls under the CLA of Dutch Universities;


• A salary between €3173 - €3785 gross per month, based on a full‑time appointment (38 hours) (Scale 06);


• A holiday allowance (8%), an end‑of‑year bonus (8,3%), and an attractive pension scheme at ABP;


• Full reimbursement of public transport commuting costs for home‑to‑work travel;


• Flexible working hours: as a standard, you are entitled to a minimum of 29 leave days on the basis of a full‑time working week of 38 hours; you can also save for extra leave, for example by working 40 hours a week, and in this way accrue an extra 96 leave hours, or exchange 96 leave hours for a 36‑hour week.


• Lots of options when it comes to secondary employment conditions; we can, for example, discuss options for a sabbatical or paid parental leave. Within our terms of employment individual choices model, you can exchange leave days and/or salary for benefits such as an advantageous sports subscription and bicycle scheme;


• If your work allows it, hybrid working is possible within the Netherlands;


• A home‑working allowance (day and internet allowance) and attention for good workplaces. The University will also provide you with a laptop and a mobile telephone.

What We Value

Promoting an inclusive community is central to Leiden University’s values and vision. We strive to be an open community in which all students and staff members feel valued and respected, and are able to fully develop themselves. We consider an inclusive academic environment, where students and staff can share their experiences and viewpoints, to be essential for the development of talent.

Selection

• In choosing between candidates, in case of equal suitability, preference will be given to internal candidates, women, the occupationally disabled and employees with a migration background.


• You live and are officially registered as resident in The Netherlands or are willing to relocate upon starting the position.


• A pre‑employment screening (references, diplomas, certificate of good conduct (VOG)) may be part of the selection procedure.


• Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated. If you nevertheless choose to send us CVs, no rights can be derived from this.

Contact

Dr. Jyothi Thivikraman, Assistant Professor

Email: [e-mail]