The Department of Quantitative Economics (QE) of the School of Business and Economics (SBE) is looking for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Operations Research.

Job Description
In this role, you will play a key part in advancing research and education in the fields of Operations Research and Operations Management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teaching: You will be responsible for delivering courses within the Econometrics and Operations Research programs, as well as contributing to the business and economics programs at the School of Business and Economics (SBE). Your teaching will span both undergraduate and graduate levels, helping to shape the next generation of leaders in these fields.
• Research: You will contribute to the robust research initiatives of the Graduate School of Business and Economics. Our Quantitative Economics (QE) department is renowned for its excellence in the mathematics of operations research, econometrics, and economic theory.
• Program Development: The QE department is a cornerstone of our bachelor’s and master’s programs in Econometrics and Operations Research, which also encompass Mathematical Economics and Actuarial Science. Each year, we welcome around 90 bachelor’s students and 35 master’s students into these programs, and you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the quality of education we provide.

Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• A PhD (or near completion) in Operations Research, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• A demonstrated research aptitude, with a strong orientation towards advancing knowledge in relevant areas of Operations Research and Operations Management.
• Experience in academic instruction, particularly within the field of Operations Research.
• A collegial and collaborative disposition, with a commitment to contributing to the department’s research and teaching objectives.
• Proficiency in English, both written and oral, as the medium of instruction is English.

Candidates with expertise in Combinatorial Optimization, Mathematical Programming, Approximation Algorithms, Data Analytics, and/or Logistics are particularly encouraged to apply.

What we offer
As Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Operations Research at School of Business and Economics, you will be employed by the most international university in the Netherlands, located in the beautiful city of Maastricht. In addition, we offer you:

• Good employment conditions. The position is graded in scale 11 according to UFO profile Assistant Professor, with corresponding salary based on experience ranging from €4492,00 and €6148,00 gross per month (based on a full-time employment of 38 hours per week). In addition to the monthly salary, an 8.0% holiday allowance and an 8.3% year-end bonus apply.
• An employment contract for a period of 12 months with a scope of 1,0 FTE. Upon proven suitability, the employment contract will be converted to an indefinite contract.
• At Maastricht University, the well-being of our employees is of utmost importance, we offer flexible working hours and the possibility to work partly from home if the nature of your position allows it. You will receive a monthly commuting and internet allowance for this. If you work full-time, you will be entitled to 29 vacation days and 4 additional public holidays per year, namely carnival Monday, carnival Tuesday, Good Friday, and Liberation Day. If you choose to accumulate compensation hours, an additional 12 days will be added. Furthermore, you can personalize your employment conditions through a collective labor agreement (CAO) choice model.
• As Maastricht University, we offer various other excellent secondary employment conditions. These include a good pension scheme with the ABP and the opportunity for UM employees to participate in company fitness and make use of the extensive sports facilities that we also offer to our students.
• Last but certainly not least, we provide the space and facilities for your personal and professional development. We facilitate this by offering a wide range of training programs and supporting various well-established initiatives such as 'acknowledge and appreciate'.

The terms of employment at Maastricht University are largely set out in the collective labor agreement of Dutch Universities. In addition, local provisions specific to UM apply. For more information, click here.

Maastricht University
Why work at Maastricht University?
At Maastricht University (UM), everything revolves around the future. The future of our students, as we work to equip them with a solid, broad-based foundation for the rest of their lives. And the future of society, as we seek solutions through our research to issues from all around the world. Our six faculties combined provide a comprehensive package of study programmes and research.

In our teaching, we use the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) method. Students work in small groups, looking for solutions to problems themselves. By discussing issues and working together to draw conclusions, formulate answers and present them to their peers, students develop essential skills for their future careers.

With over 22,300 students and more than 5,000 employees from all over the world, UM is home to a vibrant and inspiring international community.

Are you drawn to an international setting focused on education, science and scholarship? Are you keen to contribute however your skills and qualities allow? Our door is open to you! As a young European university, we value your talent and look forward to creating the future together.

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The School of Business and Economics
The School of Business and Economics (SBE) is one of Maastricht University’s six faculties. Our mission is to contribute to a better world by addressing societal problems, by co-creating knowledge and developing team players and leaders for the future.

By joining SBE, you will be part of the 1% of business schools worldwide to be Triple Crown accredited (EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA). You will join an inspiring and international environment, where learning and development is priority.

Department of Quantitative Economics
The Department of Quantitative Economics teaches and conducts research in the areas of mathematics of Operations Research / Operations Management, Econometrics, Economic Theory, and Actuarial Science. Both in teaching and in research it achieves excellent standards. The department is structured in three groups: Econometrics, Mathematical Economics, Operations Research. These groups cooperate in offering courses for various BSc and MSc programmes.
The department offers courses in Quantitative Methods (Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research) and various elective courses in all BSc programmes of the School of Business and Economics (SBE). It also offers courses in many master programmes, including the research master programs and some on national level, see https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/department-quantitative-economics

Curious?
Are you interested in this exciting position but still have questions?

Feel free to contact Tjark Vredeveld or André Berger at t.vredeveld@maastrichtuniversity.nl or a.berger@maastrichtuniversity.nl for more information.

Applying?
Or are you already convinced and ready to become our new Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Operations Research? Apply now, no later than October 21, 2024, for this position.

Applications must include curriculum vitae, a motivation letter, a research and teaching statement and two names of references, and any available teaching evaluations.

The vacancy is open for internal and external candidates. In case of equal qualifications, internal candidates will be prioritized.

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.