Assistant Professor in Spatial Planning

28 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Utrecht University

Research Field

Cultural studies

Researcher Profile

Leading Researcher (R4)
Established Researcher (R3)

Country

Netherlands

Application Deadline

20 Apr 2024 - 21:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Permanent

Job Status

Not Applicable

Hours Per Week

40.0

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

The department of Human Geography and Spatial Planning is looking for an Assistant Professor in Spatial Planning.

Your job
The Department of Human Geography and Spatial Planning has developed the challenging ‘Urban Futures’ research programme. In this programme, faculty members from different human geography and spatial planning disciplines work closely together on topics such as urban inequalities, geographies of digital transitions, and urban environmental change. The department is responsible for the Bachelor's programme in Human Geography and Spatial Planning , for a number of Master's programmes like Spatial Planning , Human Geography (urban and economic geography), International Development Studies , and Geographical Information Management and Applications , as well as for the Research Master’s programme Global Urban Transformations .

Our ambition with this Assistant Professorship (tenure track) is to further develop the ‘Urban Futures’ programme through innovative contributions from urban and regional planning. We are searching for an ambitious new colleague whose previous research activities and publication record reflect a strong interest and proven expertise in the field of urban and/or metropolitan governance and planning. We are especially interested in applicants with a research profile focusing on spatial planning in the Netherlands (e.g., the Omgevingswet) and/or Europe, urban and regional governance, land policy and regulations, and urban planning and governance for dealing with global environmental change, including climate change. For the position, knowledge of the Dutch spatial planning system, as well as international experience, are expected.

You will co-teach, among others, a course on planning theory and a planning studio in the Master's programme Spatial Planning. In the Bachelor's programme, you will contribute to first-year courses (e.g. Strijd om de Ruimte, Duurzame Delta, tutoraat) and track specialisations (e.g., Duurzaamheidsvraagstukken, Planningatelier). Apart from being able to teach in Dutch, corresponding knowledge of planning theory and the role of spatial planning in sustainability transformations is therefore essential. Furthermore, a professional network with Dutch planners and policymakers and the ability to contribute to the department’s societal impact strategy, for example through Continuing Education, would be of additional advantage.

Requirements
Specific Requirements

We are looking for a colleague who shows leadership and who initiates new research projects within the ‘Urban Futures’ research programme as well as in the university’s ‘Pathways to Sustainability ’ or ‘Institutions for Open Societies ’ strategic research programmes, both independently and in collaboration with other researchers of the department of Human Geography and Spatial Planning.

We seek a highly motivated candidate who holds a PhD in urban and regional planning or in a related field from a renowned research university. Furthermore, you:

• have proven expertise in the fields of spatial planning and urban governance and their role in addressing key sustainability challenges of cities and urban regions;
• have extensive knowledge of the Dutch system of spatial planning and have collaborations with stakeholders in the Netherlands;
• have experience in conducting academic research leading to high-quality publications;
• see added value in collaborating in inter- and transdisciplinary research projects and engage in societal impact activities;
• are a team player, have strong communication and didactic skills and are looking forward to contributing to, and collaborating with different disciplinary groups within and outside our department;
• are able to acquire research funding;
• have proven expertise in teaching Bachelor's and Master's students, are willing and confident to teach subjects beyond your niche of expertise, and to supervise planning/geography students from undergraduate to PhD levels;
• have a University Teaching Qualification (BKO) or similar teaching qualification, or are willing to acquire such qualification within the first 18 months of your appointment;
• are able to demonstrate English language proficiency. We require a qualification English at C1 level (CEFR or comparable to level 3 of the Lecturer Assessment Grid) or prepared to obtain this level by training;
• are proficient in the Dutch language and are comfortable in teaching in Dutch at the undergraduate level.

Additional Information
Benefits

We offer:

• an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative and dedicated team. You will receive guidance for both your teaching and research tasks which will help you in developing your academic career;
• a position with an equal share of research and teaching for the first 18 months of appointment, which will shift to 60% teaching and 40% research thereafter;
• a position for 18 months with the prospect of a permanent contract, following positive evaluation;
• a working week of 36 hours and a gross monthly salary between €4,332 and €5,929 in the case of full-time employment (salary scale 11 under the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (CAO NU);
• 8% holiday pay and 8.3% year-end bonus;
• a pension scheme, partially paid parental leave and flexible terms of employment based on the CAO NU.

In addition to the terms of employment laid down in the CAO NU, Utrecht University has a number of schemes and facilities of its own for employees. This includes schemes facilitating professional development , leave schemes and schemes for sports and cultural activities , as well as discounts on software and other IT products. We also offer access to additional employee benefits through our Terms of Employment Options Model. In this way, we encourage our employees to continue to invest in their growth. For more information, please visit Working at Utrecht University .

Selection process

As Utrecht University, we want to be a home for everyone. We value staff with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and identities, including cultural, religious or ethnic background, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. We strive to create a safe and inclusive environment in which everyone can flourish and contribute.

To apply, please send the following documentation via the 'apply now' button:

• a letter of application describing your motivation and qualifications;
• a one-page document stating how your expertise and innovative ideas would contribute to the ‘Urban Futures’ research programme;
• your curriculum vitae and a list of publications;
• a two-page document listing your teaching vision and your teaching expertise.

Your vision on teaching and research will specifically be considered by the selection committee. Your teaching record, publication record, acquired research funding and leadership experience will be weighed against the number of years of academic experience, also considering (parental) leave and part-time appointments.

Additional comments

For more information about this position, please contact Professor Jochen Monstadt at [email protected] or Dr Patrick Witte at [email protected] .

Candidates for this vacancy will be recruited by Utrecht University.

Website for additional job details

https://www.academictransfer.com/339609/

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Universiteit Utrecht

Country

Netherlands

City

Utrecht

Postal Code

3584CB

Street

Princetonlaan 8a

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://www.academictransfer.com/en/339609/assistant-professor-in-spatial-plann…

Contact

City

Utrecht

Website

http://www.uu.nl/

Street

Domplein 29

Postal Code

3512 JE

STATUS: EXPIRED