Job Opportunities in Netherlands
September 18, 2024
Maastricht University
Maastricht
OTHER
Assistant professor in Clinical Neurotechnology
The Maastricht University Medical Center (MUMC) is recruiting a senior academic for its strategic programme of research and innovation in clinical neurotechnology. This programme is embedded in the internationally leading activities in deep brain stimulation (DBS), invasive neurophysiology and brain computer interface (BCI) development of the department of neurosurgery and collaborating departments within the Mental Health and Neuroscience Research Institute (MHe Ns).
Job Description
The post-holder will conduct research and development work within our strategic programme in clinical neurotechnology, particularly in the areas of neuromodulation and neurophysiology and/or neuroimaging. The post will support the strategic aim of improving closed-loop and adaptive neuromodulation technologies. The post-holder will fulfil leadership roles in both research and education and be actively involved in the supervision of Ph D candidates. The post-holder will liaise closely with a multidisciplinary team (neurosurgeons, neurophysiologists, imaging scientists, neuroscientists, engineers) working on the development and clinical application of new neurotechnologies. Specific tasks include:
Requirements
The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator and team worker with international experience in academia and/or industry and fulfil the following criteria:
What we offer
As an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, you will be employed by the most international university in the Netherlands, located in the beautiful city of Maastricht. In addition, we offer you:
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.
Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences
At the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences (FHML), everything revolves around healthy living. Our research and education are not solely focused on recovery, but place a strong emphasis on prevention, health preservation, and health promotion. Our aim is to use our knowledge and expertise to genuinely contribute to the well-being of individual people as well as society in total.
In, research, and healthcare, FHML is closely collaborating with the academic hospital in Maastricht, together forming the Maastricht University Medical Center (MUMC+). FHML is strongly connected in education, research, and care with the Maastricht academic hospital, together with which it forms the Maastricht University Medical Centre (MUMC+).
FHML, which is the largest faculty of Maastricht University, is formed by an (inter)national community of employees and students. The faculty offers a wide range of Dutch and English-taught bachelor's and master's programs in innovative educational concepts in which the emphasis is always on building bridges to practice.
The multidisciplinary research of the FHML focuses on a number of carefully chosen topical current themes. In addition to research aimed at gaining new insights, it also concerns research whose results can be directly translated into concrete applications and innovations. The implementation of the various research programs is organized in our six graduate schools and two institutes.
Curious?
Are you interested in this exciting position but still have questions? Feel free to contact Professor Yasin Temel, Head of the Brain-and-Nerve Center of MUMC at y.temel@maastrichtuniversity.nl or Professor David Linden, Scientific Director of MHe Ns at david.linden@maastrichtuniversity.nl for more information.
Applying?
Or are you already convinced and ready to become our new Assistant Professor? Apply now, no later than October 20, 2024 for this position.
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.
Job Description
The post-holder will conduct research and development work within our strategic programme in clinical neurotechnology, particularly in the areas of neuromodulation and neurophysiology and/or neuroimaging. The post will support the strategic aim of improving closed-loop and adaptive neuromodulation technologies. The post-holder will fulfil leadership roles in both research and education and be actively involved in the supervision of Ph D candidates. The post-holder will liaise closely with a multidisciplinary team (neurosurgeons, neurophysiologists, imaging scientists, neuroscientists, engineers) working on the development and clinical application of new neurotechnologies. Specific tasks include:
- Conduct internationally leading research in (invasive) neurophysiology;
- Contribute to the development of closed-loop DBS and BCI systems;
- Engage with clinicians from MUMC and stakeholders from industry;
- Acquire non-commercial and commercial funding to support an academic programme in clinical neurotechnology;
- Train Ph D candidates and Masters students in clinical neurotechnology in the context of the MHe Ns graduate school;
- Contribute to the teaching programme of the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences;
- Contribute to the generation and exploitation of intellectual property.
Requirements
The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator and team worker with international experience in academia and/or industry and fulfil the following criteria:
- Ph D in neuroscience, engineering or another relevant discipline.
- Track record of publications in clinical neurotechnology.
- Excellent understanding of neuroscience methods, including neurophysiology and neuroimaging.
- Excellent computational skills.
- Track record of successful funding acquisition.
- Experience and interest in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students and Ph D (co-)supervision.
What we offer
As an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, 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 11/12 according to UFO profile Assistant professor, with corresponding salary based on experience ranging from €4492,00 and €6986,00 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 or 18 months (depending on your employment history) 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'.
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.
Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences
At the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences (FHML), everything revolves around healthy living. Our research and education are not solely focused on recovery, but place a strong emphasis on prevention, health preservation, and health promotion. Our aim is to use our knowledge and expertise to genuinely contribute to the well-being of individual people as well as society in total.
In, research, and healthcare, FHML is closely collaborating with the academic hospital in Maastricht, together forming the Maastricht University Medical Center (MUMC+). FHML is strongly connected in education, research, and care with the Maastricht academic hospital, together with which it forms the Maastricht University Medical Centre (MUMC+).
FHML, which is the largest faculty of Maastricht University, is formed by an (inter)national community of employees and students. The faculty offers a wide range of Dutch and English-taught bachelor's and master's programs in innovative educational concepts in which the emphasis is always on building bridges to practice.
The multidisciplinary research of the FHML focuses on a number of carefully chosen topical current themes. In addition to research aimed at gaining new insights, it also concerns research whose results can be directly translated into concrete applications and innovations. The implementation of the various research programs is organized in our six graduate schools and two institutes.
Curious?
Are you interested in this exciting position but still have questions? Feel free to contact Professor Yasin Temel, Head of the Brain-and-Nerve Center of MUMC at y.temel@maastrichtuniversity.nl or Professor David Linden, Scientific Director of MHe Ns at david.linden@maastrichtuniversity.nl for more information.
Applying?
Or are you already convinced and ready to become our new Assistant Professor? Apply now, no later than October 20, 2024 for this position.
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.
Job Type: Academic
Faculty/Service Center: Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences
Closing date: 20-10-2024
FTE min: 1,0
FTE max: 1,0
Salary min: €4492,00
Salary max: €6986,00
ID job: 1423
Job Type: Academic
Faculty/Service Center: Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences
Closing date: 20-10-2024
FTE min: 1,0
FTE max: 1,0
Salary min: €4492,00
Salary max: €6986,00
ID job: 1423
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