Assistant Professor in Artificial Intelligence for Software Engineering

Introduction

Are you intrigued by the expanding role of AI in software engineering—and eager to explore both its potential and its limitations with scientific rigor and real‑world relevance? Do you want to drive cutting‑edge research, inspire the next generation of software engineers, and collaborate closely with partners in academia and industry? Then you may be the Assistant Professor we’re looking for.

Job Description

You will join the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science (M&CS). With over 140 (assistant, associate and full) professors, almost 250 PhD and EngD students, nearly 3000 students, M&CS is the largest department of the TU/e. By performing top-level fundamental and applied research, and maintaining strong ties with industry, M&CS aims to contribute to science and innovation in and beyond the region.

Software engineering faces persistent challenges such as increasing system complexity and interdependence, technological diversity, and the socio-technical nature of software development. These factors call for new and innovative solutions. The rise of advanced AI‑driven tools and techniques offers powerful opportunities to address long‑standing issues, and an increasing number of companies are exploring AI applications to enhance their software engineering practices. At the same time, applying AI in software engineering introduces challenges related to accuracy, efficiency, fairness, correctness, integration into existing workflows, and usability.

The appointed Assistant Professor will conduct cutting-edge research on the use and impact of AI methodologies in software engineering. We expect them to be able to collaborate with most researchers from the Software Engineering and Technology cluster (SET).

The research at SET addresses a broad spectrum of software engineering topics: from digital twins to software evolution, from software architecture to software verification, and from human aspects of software engineering to secure software engineering. Our current software engineering faculty includes Ion Barosan, Mark van den Brand, Michel R. V. Chaudron, Loek Cleophas, Yanja Dajsuren, Iman Hemati Moghadam, Kees Huizing, Jacob Krüger, Ivan Kurtev, Alexander Nolte, Lina Ochoa, Mazyar Seraj, Alexander Serebrenik, Katja Tuma, and Anton Wijs.

As an assistant professor, you bring a strong affinity for software engineering, a solid background in AI, and a publication record in leading software engineering conferences and journals. In this role, you will also help shape SET’s educational portfolio by teaching at the bachelor and master levels and supervising student projects. During the first three years of your appointment, your teaching load will not exceed 30%, increasing to a maximum of 50% thereafter. Within these three years, you are expected to obtain the University Teaching Qualification, supported by our dedicated training and mentoring programs.

In this role, you will contribute to the ambition of the Beethoven program to educate top talent and strengthen research across the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

Job Requirements

• Motivated researcher, with a PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence or a comparable domain.
• Strong affinity for software engineering as reflected in a publication record in leading software engineering conferences and journals.
• Strong expertise in AI.
• Ability to conduct high quality academic research, reflected in demonstratable outputs.
• Motivated to teach, contribute to teaching processes, and to develop excellent teaching skills.
• Strong cooperation skills and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
• Effective communication and leadership skills, including coaching and mentoring of students and staff, leading a project or chairing a group.
• Excellent (written and verbal) proficiency in English.

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:

• Salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, For an Assistant Professor this is (scale 11) min. € 4.728,- max. € 6.433,- gross per month (on a full-time basis).  
• A year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%.
• A dedicated mentoring program to help you get to know the university and the Dutch (research) environment.
• A Development Track with the prospect of becoming an Associate Professor. If you have a more senior profile, a tailor-made career proposal will be considered.
• High-quality training programs for academic leadership and teaching.
• An excellent technical infrastructure, on-campus children's day care and sports facilities.
• Unlimited access to the modern on‑campus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate.
• Partially paid parental leave and an allowance for commuting, working from home and internet costs.
• A Staff Immigration Team is available for international candidates, as are a tax compensation scheme (the 30% facility) and partner career support.

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

About us

We are a leading international university 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.

Our university is located in Brainport Eindhoven — a world‑leading tech region with more than 7,000 high‑tech companies and strong R&D activity. Known for breakthroughs in AI, photonics, semiconductors and advanced manufacturing, Brainport is a place where technology serves people and society. Learn more about the Brainport region here.

Information

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more?
Please contact the hiring manager Alexander Serebrenik, Cluster Lead Software Engineering and Technology, a.serebrenik@tue.nl or +31 40 2473595.

Visit our website for more information about the application process. You can also contact Annette van Kamp-Rustenburg, Senior Recruiter Talent Attraction, a.j.v.kamp.rustenburg1@tue.nl or +316 3936 6434.

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Application

We invite you to submit a complete application. The application should include a:

• Cover letter in which you describe your motivation and qualifications for the position.
• Curriculum vitae, including a list of your publications and the contact information of three references. Kindly note that we may reach out to references at any stage of the recruitment process. We recommend notifying your references upon submitting your application.
• Description of your scientific interests and plans (1-2 pages).
• Statement of your teaching goals and experience (1-2 pages).

We look forward to receiving your application before May 15, 2026. 

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 review it once the vacancy has closed.

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.