The Amsterdam UMC Fellowship offers the opportunity for two outstanding, internationally recognized, postdoctoral researchers to further develop their own research lines and to set up their own research groups within Amsterdam UMC. The candidate must have the potential to advance to full professor within ten years.

As Amsterdam UMC aims to promote diversity in our organization, at least one of the two selected Fellows will be representing an underrepresented background.

To apply, you will be asked to upload three documents:

1. The application form that can be downloaded from Amsterdam UMC Fellowship. This form should include a description of the proposed research that the applicant intends to conduct at Amsterdam UMC.
2. A letter of support from the head of the receiving department at Amsterdam UMC is requested. This letter should also describe the departments career policy, support and mentoring. In case of an internal candidate the letter should also describe the current position and embedment of the candidate in the department as well as prospected changes in the next five years.
3. The head of the department and/or the candidate should inform the research institute director of the fellowship application. A letter of the director may be added to the documents.

• Researchers are eligible if they received a PhD degree less than six years ago. We adhere to the NWO Extension clause.
• Researchers with a contract at Amsterdam UMC Research BV or a temporary contract with Amsterdam UMC are eligible.
• Prestigious personal grant laureate at midcareer level. For example a (nearly) successful completion of a prestigious personal grant at junior postdoc level or preparing for a proposal for VIDI, ERC Starting grant or an equivalent.
• Proven academic track record (e.g. publications, invited speaker, etc.).
• Alignment with the research strategy of Amsterdam UMC.
• Alignment of their research topic with one, or max. two of the eight research institutes of Amsterdam UMC Research institutes.
• Experience in research management.
• Demonstrable affinity with education.
• Experience abroad is a plus.
• There is no preference for an internal or external candidate.
• The fellowship has to be used on another project than other obtained grants.
• The candidate has the qualifications to develop towards an associate professorship after 5 years.
• A complete PURE profile if the candidate works at Amsterdam UMC.

• The Amsterdam UMC Fellowship consists of maximum €750.000 for a maximum of five years. The award can be spent a.o. on salary of the applicant, a PhD student and/or bench fee. It spans a four-five-year period with an interim evaluation after two years. The Fellowship includes a tenure track with the possibility to acquire a tenured position after 4-5 years. Amsterdam UMC offers a stimulating 4-5-year career and personal development trajectory in a challenging research environment.
• One-year contract with the prospect of a permanent contract.
• Classification in salary scale 11, 12: € 4.678 to € 7.232 gross for full-time employment (depending on education and experience).
• In addition to a good basic salary, we offer 8.3% end-of-year bonus and 8% holiday allowance. Calculate your net salary here.
• Free and unlimited access to our online learning environment GoodHabitz.
• Pension accrual with the ABP, of which we pay 70% of the premium.
• For >7 km each way, 100% reimbursement for public transport travel costs and, for private transport, €0.18 per km up to a maximum of 40 km each way.
• Do you prefer walking or cycling? Take advantage of our good bike scheme. Moreover, you will receive a reimbursement of €0.18 per km.
• An active staff association and Jong Amsterdam UMC association, both of which organize fun (sports) activities and events.

Check out the employment conditions here.

Amsterdam UMC

Amsterdam Research brings together opinion leading academic research in the field of Health & Life Sciences developed in the Amsterdam region. In doing so - and on the authority of the two medical centers and the two universities - Amsterdam has eight Research Institutes, each with dedicated expertise and focus on particular disease indications.

Amsterdam UMC is one of the foremost research organizations in the Netherlands, as well as one of its largest hospitals. It is a world in which patient care, research and education are integrated, and in which people are always central. It is full of possibilities for talented individuals who are looking for a place where they can excel. Amsterdam UMC advocates a broader evaluation of academic staff, in line with the current national and international discussion on Recognition & Rewards. This includes impact, outreach, leadership, research and education.

Our research covers the whole spectrum of biomedical research: from fundamental science and proof-of-concept studies to applied clinical studies, health services research and medical informatics. This concentration of expertise make the centers a breeding ground for fruitful scientific collaborations. In this way, we aim to respond effectively to the current and future medical needs.

Our biomedical researchers have access to high-quality facilities and the relevant patient material. The scientific careers of talented young researchers are stimulated by the ‘Principal Investigator’ system, which challenges them to develop their own lines of research. For more information, please go to this website.

There will be a strict selection procedure and an assessment might be part of the selection. More information can be found on the website: Amsterdam UMC Fellowship.

For more information about this position please contact Raiza Hasrat, Research Policy Advisor, via Fellowship@amsterdamumc.nl.

For more information about the application process please contact Rhiannon Sandfort, Recruitment advisor, via r.e.sandfort@amsterdamumc.nl.

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.