Associate or Full Professor of High Magnetic Field and Intense Infrared/THz Science

Employment

0.8 - 1.0 FTE

Required background

PhD

Organizational unit

Faculty of Science

Application deadline

01 November 2026

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Are you interested in groundbreaking research employing intense infrared/THz radiation in high magnetic fields and starting a new research group? If so, join HFML-FELIX as an Associate or Full Professor at the Faculty of Science at Radboud University.

HFML-FELIX builds on a strong background in advanced spectroscopy in high magnetic fields and with intense infrared/THz radiation and has now started to expand these activities towards the world-unique combination of both techniques.

As an Associate or Full Professor, you will set up a new research line at this novel interface of highest DC magnetic fields and intense infrared/THz radiation and exploit the exceptional opportunities for control and manipulation of matter. Possible areas of interest cover a broad spectrum including pulsed magnetic resonance techniques at the highest DC magnetic fields, control of quantum materials, ultra-fast dynamics of spins, charge and lattice, as well as out-of-equilibrium phenomena and THz spectroscopy. Within your field of expertise, you will also actively contribute to our institute's user programme and collaborate with researchers within HFML-FELIX and the national HFML-FELIX partnership, as well as with national and international user groups.

Researchers at HFML-FELIX use an array of experimental techniques in high magnetic fields, such as magneto-transport, magneto-optics, magnetisation and torque magnetometry, dilatometry, and infrared and ultrafast laser spectroscopy, to perform groundbreaking research on condensed matter systems and beyond. We will encourage you to develop new experimental techniques within your research line to further explore the unique possibilities of our facility, which will also strengthen our user programme.

Strong collaborations exist with experimental and theoretical groups within the Institute for Molecules and Materials, which covers a broad spectrum of research topics in biochemistry, organic chemistry, condensed matter and molecular physics. In your role, you will actively work on the acquisition of external funding and build a research group comprising postdoctoral research associates, PhD candidates and undergraduate project students and, possibly, technicians.

As an Associate or Full Professor, you will lead an independent research group with an internationally competitive research programme that aligns with and enhances the capabilities of HFML-FELIX, acquire research funding, possibly in collaboration with external academic and/or industrial partners, and supervise and guide PhD candidates and other scientific staff. Your teaching activities will be part of the Educational Institutes for Physics and Astronomy.

The open and safe environment at Radboud University is extremely inspiring. I’ve felt totally at home here for over twenty years.
Hans de Kroon
Professor at the Faculty of Science

Hans de Kroon is a Professor of Plant Ecology and an initiator of the Healthy Landscape Research Consortium.

"I have freedom of movement at Radboud University. I can share my ideas with people from my own faculty, but I can also approach my colleagues from totally different academic disciplines. People are genuinely interested in each other and there is an ever-present air of equality. This type of open and safe environment is extremely inspiring. It has also led to extraordinary projects like the Healthy Landscape Research Consortium, in which ecologists, communication scientists and lawyers are contributing towards the restoration of nature. Collaboration can make a difference, and this is also evident from the way in which the university supports its academic staff. Research is fully embraced and promoted, which is affirmed by the way that it’s been used in the ‘You Have a Part to Play’ campaign. This actually enhances the social impact of our work. It makes me proud to be able to say that I’m conducting my research at Radboud University. I’ve felt totally at home here for over twenty years."

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Does this sound like you?

We seek an enthusiastic scientist with a convincing track record and the potential to conduct research employing intense infrared/THz radiation in high magnetic fields and initiate a novel, internationally recognised research area within HFML-FELIX.

• You are an internationally acknowledged researcher with a PhD degree in biochemistry or physics, who aims to use the extreme conditions created by the high magnetic fields and intense laser radiation to study, control and manipulate molecules and/or materials.
• You know how to combine research with inspirational teaching and organisational tasks, showing clear leadership.
• You are a researcher who participates in projects of a multidisciplinary nature and who is willing to take part in the shared responsibilities for the user programme of HFML-FELIX including the development of new experimental techniques.
• You are a supervisor with experience in the guidance of undergraduate and graduate students and have the potential to mentor postdoctoral researchers and other scientific staff.
• You have shown competence in acquiring external funding for your research.
• You are willing to collaborate and represent our institute in local, national and international research networks and organisations.
• You are a person who has a collegial spirit and a willingness to support others in attaining success on an individual and institutional level.

You will be appointed as a group leader at HFML-FELIX and as an Associate or Full Professor at the faculty of Science at Radboud University.

What we offer you

• Depending on your scientific track record and experience you will be appointed as an  Associate Professor or Full Professor.
• As a Full Professor we will give you an indefinite contract. Your salary within salary scale H2 depends on your previous education and number of years of (relevant) work experience. The amounts in the scale are based on a 38-hour working week.
• As an Associate Professor we will give you a temporary employment contract of 18 months with the prospect of an indefinite contract. Your salary within salary scale 13 or 14 depends on your relevant work experience and, consequently, the tasks you will perform. The amounts in the scale are based on a 38-hour working week.
• You will receive an 8% holiday allowance and an 8,3% end-of-year bonus.
• For permanent scientific staff positions, there may be an opportunity for Dual Career Coaching . Dual Career Coaching assists your partner via support, tools, and resources to improve their chances of independently finding employment in the Netherlands.
• You will receive extra days off. With full-time employment, you can choose between 30 or 41 days of annual leave instead of the statutory 20.

Additional employment conditions

Work and science require good employment practices. Radboud University's primary and secondary employment conditions reflect this. You can make arrangements for the best possible work-life balance with flexible working hours, various leave arrangements and working from home. You are also able to compose part of your employment conditions yourself. For example, exchange income for extra leave days and receive a reimbursement for your sports membership. In addition, you receive a 34% discount on the sports and cultural activities at Radboud University as an employee. And, of course, we offer a good pension plan. We also give you plenty of room and responsibility to develop your talents and realise your ambitions. Therefore, we provide various training and development schemes.

Where you will be working

At HFML-FELIX(link is external) , a unique international research facility, our mission is to perform groundbreaking research by enabling molecules and materials to be taken to the extremes of modern-day technology, both in terms of (persistent) magnetic field strength and intense radiation in the infrared and terahertz (THz) range of the electromagnetic spectrum. Our scientists and engineers are closely working together to enable new scientific discoveries carried out by both external and in-house user groups using cutting-edge and innovative instrumentation. HFML-FELIX currently comprises six research groups covering a broad research portfolio within 4 different research topic lines ranging from condensed matter science to biomolecular chemistry. In addition, HFML-FELIX has a strong programme in magnet technology and free-electron laser technology and operates as a national partnership together with several national stakeholders.

As an NWO research institute, HFML-FELIX is part of a large national collaboration consisting of Radboud University, NWO (Dutch Research Council) and eight other Dutch universities. HFML-FELIX has its own International Scientific Advisory Committee and National Science Program Council. Our team consists of professors, scientists, technicians, office staff, postdoctoral researchers, PhD candidates and undergraduate students. This ensures a diverse and innovative working culture.

Faculty of Science
The Faculty of Science (FNWI), part of Radboud University, engages in groundbreaking research and excellent education. In doing so, we push the boundaries of scientific knowledge and pass that knowledge on to the next generation.
We seek solutions to major societal challenges, such as cybercrime and climate change and work on major scientific challenges, such as those in the quantum world. At the same time, we prepare our students for careers both within and outside the scientific field.
Currently, more than 1,300 colleagues contribute to research and education, some as researchers and lecturers, others as technical and administrative support officers. The faculty has a strong international character with staff from more than 70 countries. Together, we work in an informal, accessible and welcoming environment, with attention and space for personal and professional development for all.
Radboud University
At Radboud University, we aim to make an impact through our work. We achieve this by conducting groundbreaking research, providing high-quality education, offering excellent support, and fostering collaborations within and outside the university. In doing so, we contribute indispensably to a healthy, free world with equal opportunities for all. To accomplish this, we need even more colleagues who, based on their expertise, are willing to search for answers. We advocate for an inclusive community and welcome employees with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.
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Is this the job for you?

You can apply only via the button below. In the application form, you will find which documents you need to include with your application. We invite you to describe in your cover letter how your research complements the existing scientific landscape in Nijmegen. We look forward to receiving your application.

The first interviews will take place in November. Any second interview will be scheduled in consultation.

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Do you already work at Radboud University and have questions about making an internal move? Learn more about internal applications .

Apply now Application deadline 01 November 2026

We would like to recruit our new colleague ourselves. Acquisition in response to this vacancy will not be appreciated.

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Last modified: 28 August 2026
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