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:
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). Your profile
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. What do we offer?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:
Startup package For this position we offer a dedicated leadership mentoring programme that includes:
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. About usAbout the department 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 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 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 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. InterestedAre 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: Acquisition in response to this advertisement is not appreciated. Questions about the vacancy?Please contact
Prof. Dr. Patricia LagoHead of Software and Sustainability research group
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