and networks. We are an inclusive, interdisciplinary group, and diversity and internationalism is at the heart of our research principles, as well as our teaching practice.
The preferred starting date is 1 September 2027 or earlier.
Applications from all groups currently under-represented in academic posts are especially encouraged. We particularly welcome applications from women and people with an ethnic minority background.
Your duties
- you develop an independent research line in Dynamical Systems
- you contribute to the teaching portfolio of the department, at both the undergraduate and graduate level
- you show academic leadership, nationally and internationally
- you participate in departmental activities and tasks, including writing grant proposals
Requirements
- you have a PhD in mathematics with a few years of postdoctoral experience
- you have a strong research record, as witnessed by excellent publications, original research projects, and an international network
- you are an effective lecturer
- you have good communication and execution skills
- you are fluent in English
- you have a basic teaching qualification (‘BKO’), as required by Dutch universities, or equivalent. If not, you are willing to obtain this qualification
Additional Information
Benefits
A challenging position in a socially involved organization. The appointment of Assistant Professor is initially for 18 months and leads into a permanent contract. After a positive evaluation at the end of the first year, based on transparent criteria, the initial contract will be converted to a permanent position. Furthermore, a 5-year career track from Assistant Professor 2 (scale 11; UD2) to Assistant Professor 1 (scale 12; UD1) is offered.
Based on full-time employment, and depending on experience, the gross monthly salary ranges from €4,925 to €7,573 in accordance with Dutch academic salary scales 11, or 12. The job profile (Assistant professor or “Universitair docent”) is based on the Dutch university job ranking system and the position is available for 0.8-1.0 FTE.
Additionally, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam offers excellent fringe benefits and various schemes and regulations to promote a good work/life balance, such as:
- 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus
- contribution to commuting expenses
- optional model for designing a personalized benefits package
- a maximum of 41 days of annual leave based on full-time employment
- good paid parental leave scheme
- flexible working hours
Additional comments
Are you interested in this position? Please apply via the application button by 06.12.2026 and upload: a cover letter in which you describe your abilities and motivation, a research statement, a brief teaching statement, a curriculum vitae, a publication list, as well as the contact details of three potential referees.
Applications received by e-mail will not be considered.
