Assistant Professor in Stochastic Operations Research

Universiteit Twente

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based on full-time€ 4,537 - € 7,056Deadline31 Aug 2025We seek the most talented individual to strengthen our department with a focus on mathematical methods for Stochastic Operations Research, in particular on exact and approximate methods in Markov decision theory. Our new colleague is envisaged to work on applications in healthcare optimisation, but also expand the current strengths of the department in new directions. The position is embedded in both the team of Applied Mathematics and the . We invite interested candidates to determine if the University of Twente is a potential match by visiting these websites.As an Assistant Professor:
  • You develop your own identity as a mathematician. You are expected to attract national or European research grants to support your research line.
  • You will be involved in the teaching program of the Department of Applied Mathematics (DAMUT) at the Bachelor and Master level, and our department also supplies service teaching to other programs and faculties.
  • The lectures are in English. Mastering the Dutch language is not a prerequisite, but naturally a long-term goal.
  • Young staff members spend the first three years of their employment 33% on teaching and 67% research; later, the standard division is 50/50.
Your profile
  • You hold a PhD in Mathematics, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Econometrics, or a closely related field.
  • You have an existing track record in research in one of the relevant areas, shown by publications in high-ranking journals, or otherwise strong evidence of high research potential.
  • You have good communication skills and are an inspiring teacher.
  • You have acquired (an equivalent of) the Dutch University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) or are willing to do so.
  • You have an excellent command of the English Language.
  • The UT and the faculty of EEMCS are inclusive toward underrepresented groups and strive to increase the proportion of female staff. Female applicants are particularly welcome.
Our offer
  • We offer a position with an initial contract of one year. After a positive evaluation, the contract can be converted into a permanent contract. Part-time is negotiable. Criteria for evaluation comprise a strong track record of publications, evaluation of teaching capacities and a demonstrated ability to acquire funding and to achieve an international network and reputation.
  • The position is at Assistant Professor level, with a monthly salary ranging from € 4.537,-- (scale 11) to € 7.056,-- (scale 12) gross depending on qualifications.
  • The terms of employment are in accordance with the Dutch Collective Labour Agreement for Universities (CAO) and include a holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary and a year-end bonus of 8.3%.
  • You will work in a lively and inspiring working environment with enthusiastic colleagues in an organisation focusing on internationalisation and a high degree of responsibility and independence.
  • We are a family-friendly institution that offers parental leave (both paid and unpaid) and career support for partners. We offer excellent professional and personal development programs and a secondary remuneration package including a travel allowance.
Information and applicationPlease send your application via the 'Apply now' button before September 1, 2025, and include:
  • a curriculum vitae, and contact information of 2 references;
  • a list of publications;
  • your research and teaching statement.
For any questions, you are welcome to contact prof.dr R.J. Boucherie via the following email address: r.j.boucherie@utwente.nlThe interviews will be held late September and early October 2025.Screening will be part of the selection procedure.Share this vacancyAbout the organisationThe faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS) uses mathematics, electronics and computer technology to contribute to the development of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). With ICT present in almost every device and product we use nowadays, we embrace our role as contributors to a broad range of societal activities and as pioneers of tomorrow's digital society. As part of a tech university that aims to shape society, individuals and connections, our faculty works together intensively with industrial partners and researchers in the Netherlands and abroad, and conducts extensive research for external commissioning parties and funders. Our research has a high profile both in the Netherlands and internationally. It has been accommodated in three multidisciplinary UT research institutes: Mesa+ Institute, TechMed Centre and Digital Society Institute.Want to know more?Boucherie, R.J. (Richard)
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