Your Challenges

Educational Innovation has a high priority on the strategic agenda of the School of Business and Economics (SBE), University Maastricht. A critical success factor is the implementation of technology-enhanced learning in our educational programs. For that purpose, we are seeking an assistant professor who wants to contribute to our new research and development initiative on innovation in higher education and the role of technology-enhanced learning. We are searching for expertise on educational innovation and how e-learning can enrich and support the collaborative learning processes in small-groups. You will be part of the SBE Learning Academy project team and contribute to policy development of SBE’s Educational Institute. The SBE Learning Academy is responsible for supporting teachers in their continuous professional development. You will be closely involved in the School’s educational innovation discussions and initiatives. Moreover, we expect you to teach in our Bachelor and Master courses (max 20% of your time). Finally, you will work in close collaboration with SBE teaching staff and participate in our research (30%) and educational development activities (50%). You are receptive for team work within our department.

Your Expertise

Professional experience in Higher Education is desirable. You have a strong track record in educational innovation and its applications in educational practice. You are interested in enhancing student learning through utilization of educational technology. You have demonstrated experience in using or developing software for technology-enhanced learning.

We expect from the candidate:

• A PhD Degree in the field of Educational Research with a focus on Educational Technology, Multimedia, CSCL, or related fields.
• A University Teaching Certificate or will obtain it within short notice.
• Experience as Educational Developer or E-learning Consultant.
• Have affinity with educational innovation or educational technology related fields: learning analytics, development of learning platforms, or simulation and serious gaming.

Fixed-term contract: 10 years.

Candidates receive a one-off temporary employment contract for 10 years as an assistant professor (level 2). Five years after the appointment, or sooner if the pre-established criteria have been met, a permanent position as assistant professor (level 1) is granted. The 10-year contract allows for any delays arising from special circumstances such as maternity leave, parental leave or long-term illness. Gross monthly salary is between € 3.807,00 and € 5.211,00 (starting salary scale is 11 UD2). On top of this, there is an 8% holiday allowance and an 8,3% year-end bonus.

The terms of employment of Maastricht University are set out in the Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities (CAO). Local UM provisions also apply. Notable terms include a pension scheme, an optional collective healthcare plan and partially paid parental leave. Furthermore, UM makes use of a selection model, which allows you to exchange employment conditions to adapt them to your preferences and circumstances. For more information look at the website http://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl > About UM > Working at UM

Maastricht University

Maastricht University is renowned for its unique, innovative, problem-based learning system, which is characterized by a small-scale and student-oriented approach. Research at UM is characterized by a multidisciplinary and thematic approach, and is concentrated in research institutes and schools. Maastricht University has around 20,000 students and 4,700 employees. Reflecting the university's strong international profile, a fair amount of both students and staff are from abroad. The university hosts 6 faculties: Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Faculty of Law, School of Business and Economics, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Faculty of Psychology and Neuroscience.

Maastricht University is committed to promoting and nurturing a diverse and inclusive community. We believe that diversity in our staff and student population contributes to the quality of research and education at UM, and strive to enable this through inclusive policies and innovative projects led by teams of staff and students. We encourage you to apply for this position.

Educational Reserch and Development

The Department of Educational Research and Development offers a highly engaging work environment. We serve Maastricht University, and the School of Business and Economics in particular, through the SBE Learning Academy. Next, we contribute to the top-ranked MSc Program Learning and Development in Organizations. Our research projects are focused on workplace learning and professional development.