2 ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR POSITIONS (CAREER TRACK) IN SOFTWARE ARCHITECTURE AND SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

Recognizing that society is increasingly digital and that the ability of software to support it sustainably is pivotal for a successful digitalization, the department of computer science at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is looking for two assistant and/or associate professors to establish a strong profile in various topics related to software architecture (SA) and software engineering (SE) research, and contribute to our Computer Science and Information Sciences education programs.

The candidate will be able to develop their research program within a broad range of SA/SE topics. These may include, but are not limited to, methods for informed design decision making, software quality measurement and monitoring, architecture relevant sustainability/quality aspects, sustainable architectures and architecting for sustainability, continuous architecting, green software engineering.

In addition to personal research, the new position includes teaching opportunities in various topics related to SA/SE in the Computer Science and Information Sciences educational programs.

We are particularly interested in attracting academic team players who will collaborate with other researchers in the Software and Sustainability (S2) research group, and will work with other research groups to establish new research synergies. We provide targeted funding for supporting such new collaborations.

Your duties
(At least one) of the positions is open for female candidates on the assistant or associate professor level.

Both positions include research, education and management (40%:40%:20%), and contain amongst others the following responsibilities:

• We seek energetic and synergetic colleagues that are eager to shape and lead their own research program in the Software Architecture and Software Engineering fields.
• Candidates will build an active national and international network in their field.
• Candidates will contribute to teaching in our bachelor and master programs by contributing to courses within the areas of SA and SE, as well as in the supervision of bachelor and master thesis projects. The candidates will be encouraged and supported to further improving their education/teaching skills.
• Where relevant, we encourage collaboration between the existing groups in the department.

The Computer Science Department of the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam attaches great importance to the contribution of female scientists in research and education. For this reason we have started our prestigious recruitment programme for talented women, named after the “first computer programmer” Ada Lovelace (1815-1852).

Because we target gender balance in our department, at least one of the two positions is opened in the context of the Lovelace Fellowship Programme (more info at https://vu.nl/en/about-vu/more-about/lovelace-fellowship-programme-for-gender-diversity).

• A PhD degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field;
• An international research profile demonstrated by publications in relevant peer-reviewed journals and conferences;
• Academic teaching experience including experience in the supervision of BSc and MSc theses;
• Some experience in the (co-)supervision of PhD students, and in attracting research funding;
• Good interpersonal communication and synergetic skills;

If you apply for the assistant professor level position, we expect you are a talented postdoc with an excellent publication record and some daily PhD supervision experience.

If your experience is at the associate professor level and feel your expertise matches the above description, you are also welcome to apply. In that case we are looking for an SA or SE researcher with proven experience in obtaining research grants and who has been (co)supervisor of already-graduated PhD students.

As a university, we strive for equal opportunities for all, recognising that diversity takes many forms. We believe that diversity in all its complexity is invaluable for the quality of our teaching, research and service. We are always looking for talent with diverse backgrounds and experiences. This also means that we are committed to creating an inclusive community so that we can use diversity as an asset.

We realise that each individual brings a unique set of skills, expertise and mindset. Therefore we are happy to invite anyone who recognises themselves in the profile to apply, even if you do not meet all the requirements.

Fixed-term contract: 18 months.

A challenging position in a socially engaged organisation. On a full-time basis the remuneration for the assistant professor level, the remuneration amounts to a minimum gross monthly salary of € 4.492 (scale 11) and a maximum € 6.148 (scale 11), again depending on your education and experience. The associate professor level amounts to a minimum gross monthly salary of € 6.224 (scale 13) and a maximum € 7.575 (scale 13), depending on your education and experience.

This is a career track position; the initial appointment will be for a period of 1.5 years, which will be turned into a tenured position after the initial period, if the performance indicators agreed at the start of the appointment are met.

We also offer you attractive fringe benefits and regulations. Some examples:

• A full-time 38-hour working week comes with a holiday leave entitlement of 232 hours per year. If you choose to work 40 hours, you have 96 extra holiday leave hours on an annual basis. For part-timers, this is calculated pro rata.
• 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus;
• solid pension scheme (ABP);
• contribution to commuting expenses;
• optional model for designing a personalized benefits package;
• good paid parental leave arrangement;
• the possibility to work partly from home (hybrid working);
• on campus child daycare, sport facilities, family support programs including: dual career workshops, Dutch language class, tax & insurance workshop (some might have additional costs);
• certain tax benefits (30% ruling) might apply to international candidates;
• help and assistance with relocation (international candidates).

Startup package
For this position we offer a dedicated leadership mentoring programme that includes:

• leadership training
• regular meetings with senior leadership in our university (Rector and Dean of faculty of Science)
• meetings with senior female role models in academia and industry
• support for participation in https://women.acm.org celebrations
• and a mentor of your own choosing from either/both our department and university mentoring programs

We are actively committed to creating a workplace where issues of equality, diversity and inclusion are at the forefront. In particular, our faculty is very active in defining and pursuing initiatives via our VU wo&men network.

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

About the department
The department of Computer Science at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is a leading European research and teaching institution with a broad range of academic programs within CS. We currently have about 180 faculty members and over 90 PhD students. The research sections (see https://vu.nl/en/about-vu/faculties/faculty-of-science/departments/computer-science) in the Computer Science Department are: Artificial Intelligence, Bioinformatics, Computer Systems and Security, Sustainable Digital Society, and Theoretical Computer Science.

Much of the research with the department is embedded in two interdisciplinary, inter-faculty Institutes of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, the Network Institute and the Amsterdam Sustainability Institute. The Department has also recently started the Digital Sustainability Center (DISC) which is especially relevant for this position as it can help accelerate collaboration and synergy among research, industrial practice and education in related topics.

This position aims to strengthen the collaboration in and beyond the Software and Sustainability (S2) research group of the Sustainable Digital Society section. As such, the successful candidate will have the opportunity and support to strengthen existing research areas, or start new complementary areas. The group culture is constructive and collaborative, with special attention to human values, personal growth and research excellence.

Further, the department explicitly encourages inter- and cross-disciplinary research, and encourages successful candidates to collaborate with colleagues in other fields of Computer Science, as well as with colleagues from other disciplines such as those participating in the Network Institute, the Amsterdam Sustainability Institute and in the Digital Sustainability Center.

Faculty of Science
Researchers and students at VU Amsterdam’s Faculty of Science tackle fundamental and complex scientific problems to help pave the way for a sustainable and healthy future. From forest fires to big data, from obesity to malnutrition, and from molecules to the moon: we cover the full spectrum of the natural sciences. Our teaching and research have a strong experimentally technical, computational and interdisciplinary nature.

We work on new solutions guided by value-driven, interdisciplinary methodologies. We are committed to research, valorisation and training socially engaged citizens of the world who will make valuable contributions to a sustainable, healthy future.

Are you interested in joining the Faculty of Science? You will join undergraduate students, PhD candidates and researchers at the biggest sciences faculty in the Netherlands. You will combine a professional focus with a broad view of the world. We are proud of our collegial working climate, characterised by committed staff, a pragmatic attitude and engagement in the larger whole. The faculty is home to over 11,000 students enrolled in 40 study programmes. It employs over 1,600 professionals spread across 10 academic departments.

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam stands for values-driven education and research. We are open-minded experts with the ability to think freely - a broader mind. Maintaining an entrepreneurial perspective and concentrating on diversity, significance and humanity, we work on sustainable solutions with social impact. By joining forces, across the boundaries of disciplines, we work towards a better world for people and planet. Together we create a safe and respectful working and study climate, and an inspiring environment for education and research. Learn more about our codes of conduct

We are located on one physical campus, in the heart of Amsterdam's Zuidas business district, with excellent location and accessibility. Over 6,150 staff work at the VU and over 31,000 students attend academic education.

Diversity
Diversity is the driving force of VU Amsterdam. VU wants to be accessible and receptive to diversity in disciplines, cultures, ideas, nationalities, beliefs, preferences and worldviews. We believe that trust, respect, interest and differences lead to new insights and innovation, to sharpness and clarity, to excellence and a broader understanding.

We stand for an inclusive community and believe that diversity and internationalisation contribute to the quality of education, research and our services.

Therefore, we are always searching for people whose backgrounds and experience contribute to the diversity of the VU community.

Are you interested in this position? Please apply via the application button and upload a letter in which you describe your abilities and motivation, accompanied by your curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, teaching evaluations (if available) and two letters of recommendation until 31 January 2025.

Applications received by e-mail will not be processed.

Relocation support
If you have any questions regarding moving to Amsterdam, and working at VU Amsterdam, you may contact:
E-mail: staffaccommodation@vu.nl
Telephone: +31 (20) 59 81813

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