Game developer for a mobile habit formation game

Job Description

Are you a competent game programmer who is interested in contributing to the scientific research on behavior change? If so, you are the right person for this job! In the NWO-funded project, we are aiming to develop a mobile game as a research tool for studying how people change habits. The end product should be a mobile game that captures the essential processes of habit change in the real world (e.g., eating habits, personal hygiene habits) and at the same time allows precise experimental control for research purposes. You will work closely with the project’s principle investigator (PI) dr. Chao Zhang (Assistant Professor in the Human-Technology Group, Department of Industrial Engineering and Innovation Sciences) to make this game possible. Your main tasks are:

• Together with the PI, you design the game conceptually based on requirements from habit theories and research
• Develop the (mobile) video game using the Unity game engine
• Test the game from a technical point of view
• Write documentation to support continuous research and development

Job Requirements

You are a good fit for the job if you:

• Have at least a HBO/University degree in the field of software engineering, game development, or a related field
• Have experience programming games using the Unity game engine
• Are knowledgeable of extracting player behavioral data from games
• Are curious about using video games for scientific research
• Have good communication skills and can commit to the project

If you are concerned that you don’t meet all the requirements sufficiently, but the job does excite you, then be sure to respond, we would love to look at your profile.

Conditions of employment

An exciting position within an international yet personal university. You are right in the middle of the students, on a green campus within walking distance of the central station. Besides beautiful architecture, you will find varied workplaces and excellent sports facilities. We also offer you:

• A contract via our partner EUflex for 6 months (0.5 fte)
• A parttime contract for 16-20 hours a week. If you prefer to work more or less hours a week, please discuss this with the hiring manager
• A monthly salary of minimum €3,004 to maximum €3,465 for full-time employment, depending on your knowledge and experience (scale 5 collective labour agreement for Dutch Universities).
• In addition to vacation pay, a structural end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
• A favorable arrangement for more holidays or a sabbatical.
• A selection model for additional fringe benefits.
• Working hours in consultation for an optimal work-life balance.
• Scope for your talent with advancement prospects and excellent development opportunities such as mentoring, workshops and coaching.
• Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses, working from home and the internet.
• A generous employer contribution to the favorable ABP pension plan.

Here you can discover even more information about our conditions of employment. Build on your career at TU/e!

Information and application

About us

TU/e is a leading international university that educates engineers of the future and pushes the boundaries of science and technology for a better world. An international community of close to 7,000 employees and 13,000 students work and study on the vibrant and inspiring campus. 

More information

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to have more information about the position, please contact the hiring manager: dr Chao Zhang, Assistant Professor, c.zhang.5@tue.nl or +31 40 247 7323.

For questions about the application process or the conditions of employment, please contact Hanneke Huijs-Palmen, HR advisor, j.b.huijs.palmen@tue.nl or +31 40 247 2137.

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Application

If you are interested, please use the ‘apply’ button to send us your CV and letter of application with your motivation and a description of your qualifications.

Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable, internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates where they are equally suitable.

Important note for non-EU applicants:

Please be aware that for this position, specific residence permit requirements apply. If you are a non-EU national, you may not be eligible to legally work in this role under current Dutch immigration regulations. We strongly advise you to contact our Staff Immigration Team (staffimmigration@tue.nl) before applying to check your eligibility and to receive further guidance.

We look forward to receiving your application!