Assistant Professor in Optimization

6 Jun 2023
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Leiden University

Research Field

Physics

Researcher Profile

Leading Researcher (R4)
Established Researcher (R3)

Country

Netherlands

Application Deadline

20 Jun 2023 - 21:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Not Applicable

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Expectations

• Conducting independent research in your field;
• Teaching relevant courses (BSc and MSc);
• Supervising BSc and MSc students;
• (Co-)supervising PhD students;
• Securing external funding for research;
• Engaging in committees and organizing activities in your research group, the institute, and in the relevant initiatives in Leiden and the Netherlands.

Requirements
Specific Requirements

Selection criteria

• PhD degree in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, or a related field;
• Proven independence in doing research at the postdoc level or beyond;
• Good publication record in (Bayesian) Optimization and experience in raising research funds;
• Proven track record in teaching;
• Able to work independently, in a team, and in a student (co-)supervisory role;
• Experience in industrial collaborations and an understanding of industrial optimization tasks;
• An academic, creative, and open mindset.

Additional Information
Benefits

Terms and conditions
We offer a position commensurate with your level of experience, initially for 12 months, and permanent afterwards. Pay scales in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.

Leiden University offers an attractive benefits package with additional holiday (8%) and end-of-year bonuses (8.3 %), training and career development and sabbatical leave. Our individual choices model gives you some freedom to assemble your own set of terms and conditions. For international spouses we have set up a dual career program. Candidates from outside the Netherlands may be eligible for a substantial tax break.

Diversity and inclusivity
Fostering an inclusive community is a central element of the values and vision of Leiden University. Leiden University is committed to becoming an inclusive community which enables all students and staff to feel valued and respected and to develop their full potential. Diversity in experiences and perspectives enriches our teaching and strengthens our research. High quality teaching and research is inclusive.

Selection process

Application
Written applications can be handed in via the apply button, it should include:

• A short cover letter (1 page) detailing your motivation to apply for the position,
• A brief description of your research plan,
• A brief description of your teaching experience,
• A full CV including a list of publications, grant acquisition, community service, and a link to your Google Scholar page,
• Links to key publications and PhD thesis when appropriate,
• The names and addresses of at least two persons that can be contacted for reference (who have agreed to be contacted).

Additional comments

Information
Enquiries can be made to prof.dr. Thomas Bäck, email t.h.w.baeck@liacs.leidenuniv.nl .
If you have any questions about the procedure, please contact jobs@liacs.leidenuniv.nl

Website for additional job details

https://www.academictransfer.com/328767/

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Universiteit Leiden

Country

Netherlands

City

Leiden

Postal Code

LEIDEN

Street

Leiden

Where to apply

Website

https://www.academictransfer.com/328767/assistant-professor-in-optimization/app…

Contact

City

Leiden

Website

http://www.universiteitleiden.nl/

Street

Rapenburg 70

Postal Code

2311 EZ

STATUS: EXPIRED