University Teacher Applied Physics (0,8 - 1,0 FTE)

Introduction

Are you a passionate teacher and looking for an opportunity to explore teaching in higher education in an enthusiastic team?

Job Description

In recent years, TU/e has made an impressive transition in educating the ‘engineers of the future’. This was accomplished through the implementation of the Bachelor College in 2012 and the Graduate School in 2013, and the subsequent redesign of the bachelor and master programs for 2023 and 2026, respectively. Developing towards 2030, TU/e has the ambition to continue to offer small-scale and personalized education, which includes ‘Challenge-Based Learning’ and ‘Professional and Personal Development’ as one of the prominent pillars for education. To realize these ambitions we rely on enthusiastic, motivated teachers who can really connect with the students and would like to have impact on their study career, and we need more of them!

The department of Applied Physics and Science Education (APSE) is now looking for a new colleague for teaching and innovation within the applied-physics programs Bachelor Applied Physics, Master Applied Physics and Master Science and Technology of Nuclear Fusion. You will combine teaching general courses in these domains with initiating and supervising Challenge-Based-Learning projects, often related to students’ Professional and Personal Development. You collaborate with academic staff in our educational programs and you are eager to learn how to teach in a variety of courses, and how to innovate courses and projects to prepare students in their development as applied physicists for the future. You are curious, communicative and take initiative, and you are comfortable with having different concurrent tasks and complex activities.

As a University Teacher you will be (co)responsible for:

• Teaching and innovating courses in the APSE educational programs with an emphasis on contributing to bachelor Applied Physics, in several domains of physics such as mechanics, electromagnetism, optics, quantum physics, thermal physics, condensed matter physics and physics of transport phenomena. This includes the organization, co-design and assessment of these courses.
• Supporting academic staff in the specialization courses of the bachelor Applied Physics and the master Applied Physics or Science and Technology of Nuclear Fusion, e.g. by coordinating projects, teaching and innovating courses, preparing course materials and/or guiding and assessing group work.
• Developing novel modules for teaching and assessment, e.g., using state-of-the-art educational tools including ongoing educational innovations related to blended learning, Challenge-Based Learning, Professional and Personal Development, and Artificial Intelligence.
• Contributing to optimizing pre-master and double-diploma programs at APSE, that need coordination of teaching activities within curricula and development and delivering tailor-made courses for improved studyability and quality of education.
• Contributing to the communication, supervision and assessment of students in their final projects of the bachelor and master programs, also in collaboration with TU/e Innovation Space.

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Job Requirements

• You have a PhD degree in Applied Physics, Physics, or in a closely related discipline.
• You have excellent communication and didactic skills, and you are fluent in English.
• You are willing to work towards the University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) or have already obtained it or an equivalent.
• You are eager to continue developing as a teacher and a leader using other educational leadership programs on offer at TU/e or outside our university.
• You have affinity and/or experience with teaching university-level physics and teaching-related activities and coordination.
• You have demonstrated organizational skills, a proactive work orientation, and you are able to handle complex processes related to education and innovation.

Conditions of Employment

A meaningful job in a dynamic and ambitious university, in an interdisciplinary setting and within an international network. You will work on a beautiful, green campus within walking distance of the central train station. In addition, we offer you:

• Full-time employment as University Teacher (UFO profile: Teacher) for 0,8 - 1,0 fte.
• Embedding in one of the 13 Applied-Physics research groups at the department APSE.
• Temporary employment for 1 year with an outlook on a permanent contract.
• A gross monthly salary of minimum € 3,546 to maximum € 7,297 for full-time employment, depending on your knowledge and experience (scale 10-12 collective labour agreement for Dutch Universities).
• In addition to 8% 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.
• High-quality training programs for academic leadership and teaching.
• 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.
• A dedicated mentoring program to help you get to know the university and the Dutch (research) environment.
• An excellent technical infrastructure, on-campus children's day care and sports facilities.
• A Staff Immigration Team is available for international candidates, as are a tax compensation scheme (the 30% facility) and partner career support.

About us

Eindhoven University of Technology is a leading international university within the Brainport region where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact — today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13,000 students and more than 7,000 staff, forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.

The Department of Applied Physics and Science Education is a research-driven department housing high-quality educational programs, all featuring strong connections between research and education. Our research is clustered in three focal areas: Fluids, Bio and Soft Matter (FBSM); Plasmas and Beams (PB); and Nano, Quantum and Photonics (NQP). Our shared ambition is to equip the next generation of ‘engineers of the future’ with the knowledge and the skills they will need to impact science, innovation, and society, from regional to global scales.

Information

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more?
Please contact the hiring manager prof. dr. H.J.M. Swagten, Program Director Applied Physics, h.j.m.swagten@tue.nl.

Visit our website for more information about the application process or the conditions of employment. You can also contact Stefan van Luijk, HR Advisor Applied Physics and Science Education, s.h.v.luijk@tue.nl.

Are you inspired and would like to know more about working at TU/e? Please visit our career page.

Application

We invite you to submit a complete application by using the 'apply now'-button on this page.

The application should include a:

• Cover letter in which you describe your motivation and qualifications for the position. Please specify which generic and specific skills you can add to the department.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Teaching evaluations (if available).

Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. Please note that incomplete applications may not be considered and could be rejected.

We look forward to receiving your application and will screen it as soon as possible.

In case of equal suitability, internal candidates will have preference over external candidates.

Please note

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
• A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check, please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.