Tenure-track Faculty Position in Observational Exoplanet Science

UvA - University of Amsterdam; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Amsterdam invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in observational exoplanet science in Amsterdam. You will conduct independent research, publish in top journals, and build a research group.

Responsibilities include mentoring students and postdocs, pursuing external funding, contributing to teaching programs, governance, and outreach. A PhD is required and postdoctoral experience is preferred; UTQ/BKO teaching qualification or willingness to obtain it is

Qualifications

• A relevant PhD degree and preferably postdoctoral experience.
• Outstanding research skills in observational exoplanet science with a strong publication record.
• Ability to lead a research group and mentor students across levels.
• Experience or interest in coordinating with national and international research networks.
• A track record in securing external funding.
• Commitment to teaching at Bachelor and Master level; teaching philosophy encouraged.
• Management and committee experience in academia.
• Affinity for outreach and public engagement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research in exoplanet science leading to peer‑reviewed publications.
• Build and lead a research group and supervise students and postdocs.
• Pursue external funding and develop networks.
• Contribute to teaching programs, governance, and departmental administration.
• Engage with public outreach and societal impact activities.

Skills

Observational exoplanet science

Research leadership

Mentoring students

Grant writing

Teaching

Publications

Education

PhD degree

Postdoctoral experience

UTQ/BKO teaching qualification

Job description

Tenure-track Faculty Position in Observational Exoplanet Science

UvA - University of Amsterdam

Amsterdam, Netherlands

€ 4,925 - € 6,682 per month gross

What are you going to do

• Conducting independent research in exoplanet science, resulting in academic publications in peer-reviewed international journals;
• Building and leading a research group, in the spirit of team science;
• Actively pursuing external funding;
• Actively contributing to the development of national and international research networks;
• Actively contributing to the governance and improvement of our broader teaching programmes;
• Taking part in committees and carrying out departmental administrative tasks;
• Supervising students of all levels and postdocs;
• Contributing to and actively seeking opportunities to increase the societal impact and visibility of research through media engagement, public lectures, or collaborative educational initiatives.

What we ask of you

• A relevant PhD degree and preferably postdoctoral experience;
• Outstanding research skills in observational exoplanet science, evidenced by a strong publication track record, and a clear vision for the advertised research profile;
• Proven ability or potential to lead a research group and mentor students across different academic levels and of diverse backgrounds;
• A strong interest in, and preferably experience with, science that complements the API’s strategic involvement in upcoming facilities;
• Potential in attracting external funding and resources;
• Affinity for teaching at Bachelor and Master level, evidenced by previous teaching efforts and/or a clearly articulated teaching philosophy;
• Management skills required for general academic administration and organisation, demonstrated through participation in committees, panels, working groups, etc.;
• Affinity for outreach activities, reflected in participation in previous initiatives and future plans;
• The Dutch University Teaching Qualification (UTQ/BKO) or willingness to acquire this within the first two years;
• Good command of English and strong commitment to learn the Dutch language via a supported learning trajectory.

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands. Employment type: Tenure-track Faculty Position.