Role and Responsibilities:
As an Assistant Professor, you will be at the forefront of exploring how technology can benefit the legal domain and how computer science can be advanced through the challenges presented by the law. You will collaborate with legal researchers, computer scientists, and enthusiastic students, collectively striving to understand and utilize the latest advancements in computer science to interpret, apply, and evaluate the law. By working with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, you will tackle pressing societal issues and contribute to the development of innovative solutions.

At Maastricht University, we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive academic community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that by bringing together experts from different fields and backgrounds, we can create a rich and dynamic learning environment that prepares students to become leaders in their fields. As an Assistant Professor in Computer Science in Law, you will be an integral part of this community, and will have the opportunity to contribute to our ongoing efforts to create a more just and equitable society.

Why Join Us:

• Cutting-edge Research Opportunities: we are renowned for our commitment to groundbreaking research. Join our vibrant community of scholars and contribute to advancing knowledge and understanding in this rapidly evolving field.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: we foster a collaborative environment where experts from various disciplines come together to tackle complex societal challenges. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with legal researchers, computer scientists, and professionals from diverse backgrounds. This interdisciplinary approach will enrich your research and teaching experiences, providing you with a unique perspective and the chance to make a meaningful impact.
• Supportive and Inclusive Community: We are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive academic community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We provide a nurturing environment that encourages personal and professional growth, ensuring that you feel valued and supported throughout your career.
• Dynamic Learning Environment: we offer a dynamic learning environment that promotes interactive teaching and student engagement. You will have the opportunity to inspire and educate the next generation of leaders in computer science and law. Our students are eager to learn about the latest advancements in technology and their legal implications, providing you with a motivated and intellectually curious audience.
• International Outlook: Maastricht University is an internationally renowned institution located in the heart of Europe. Joining our faculty will expose you to a multicultural and diverse environment, fostering a global perspective in your research and teaching. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with scholars and experts from around the world, expanding your network and contributing to the global academic community.

If you are passionate about computer science and law, and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career that will allow you to make a real impact, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Responsibilities:
The responsibilities are diverse. You will conduct innovative and high-quality research, write research proposals, participate in strategic and administrative activities, and teach in our program where students learn about both the law and computer science methods. This set of responsibilities will, among other things, allow you to:

• Grow in academia
• Become a pioneer
• Work collaboratively and contribute to an interdisciplinary team
• Build networks
• Participate and lead projects
• Pursue strategies to translate research results into innovation
• Develop and advance courses and educational programs at the intersection of law and data science

Matching Skills
We are seeking applicants with the following skills:

• PhD degree in law, data science, artificial intelligence, computer science, mathematics, or a related field. Legal scholars with a doctrinal focus do not fit the profile;
• Passion for and experience in applying data science, data science, artificial intelligence, computer science, and / or mathematics (individually and / or jointly);
• Ability to teach in English. Willingness to learn Dutch;
• Possess a University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) or be prepared to obtain one within two years of appointment;
• A personality characterized by vision and ambition;
• Team player;
• (optional) Geek-friendly.

• Preferred start of employment: fall 2023 / spring 2024;
• 38 hours per week;
• You will be employed temporarily for 12 or 18 months (depending on your employment history) as assistant professor (level 2) and will co-develop and agree to specific development goals. Towards the end of this contract period and upon satisfactory performance, this initially 12 or 18 months position will become permanent;
• Remuneration will be according to standard salary levels for assistant professors starting from €3,974 up to €5,439 gross per month based on a full-time appointment (38 hours/week). An 8% holiday and an 8.3% year-end allowance is also provided;
• We offer an attractive package of fringe benefits such as, collective health insurance with attractive conditions, substantial leave arrangements, selection model for designing a personalised benefits package, use of UM Sport facilities against reduced rate, and application for attractive fiscal arrangements for employees from abroad;
• The research will be conducted at the Maastricht Law & Tech Lab.

The terms of employment of Maastricht University are set out in the Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities (CAO). Furthermore, local UM provisions also apply. For more information look at the website 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 22,000 students and about 5,000 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. 
For more information, visit www.maastrichtuniversity.nl.

Department of Private Law

The administrative unit under which the position falls is the Department of Private Law. This department consists of a dynamic group of researchers and lecturers. Colleagues describe the Department as an exciting, inspiring, and diverse yet inclusive environment that fosters professional development, ambition, and innovative research in the field of private law. The atmosphere is one of academic freedom. You will be able to engage in a variety of other activities both within and beyond the Law Faculty, be they educational, managerial, strategic or extra-curricular. Support for grant applications will be provided.

The Maastricht Law and Tech Lab
The research will be carried out at The Maastricht Law and Tech Lab. The Lab is embedded within the Faculty of Law and aims to produce cutting-edge research and to build a creative community of researchers, teachers and students at the intersection of law, technology, data science and knowledge engineering. The Lab aims to analyze how technology and data science interact with law and justice in society, how technology and data science can increase access to law and justice in society, and analyzes the ethical, legal, and social issues arising from technology and data science innovations. Activities are conducted in collaboration between lawyers, data scientists and / or knowledge engineers.