Senior Teaching Assistant MSc Quantum Computer Science

What are you going to do?

• Assisting in running seminars and practical sessions focussed on theory-based assignments or programming;
• Assisting in the instruction of Teaching Assistants (students) who are involved in the courses so they are sufficiently prepared to supervise practical sessions, e.g. through weekly meetings and additional explanation of the course materials;
• Giving feedback on weekly assignments;
• Maintaining the digital learning environment (Canvas);
• Providing administrative support to course coordinators for lectures, practical sessions and projects.
• Staying informed about quantum computing needed to fulfil your role accordingly.

You will work on different courses at the same time. The programme director will liaise with you about which courses you will be assigned to based on your interests and skills on the one hand and course requirements on the other.

What do you have to offer?

• You have a Master’s degree that is relevant to the field of quantum computing, for instance Physics, Mathematics or Computer Science;
• You can demonstrate academic excellence and mathematical maturity, for instance good grades for relevant courses;
• You can demonstrate that you are interested in quantum related topics, for instance by having taken several courses related to quantum theory;
• You have excellent English skills (verbal & written);
• You are eager to dive into the ins & outs of quantum computing to be able to assist with several courses within our programme;
• You work well independently and as part of a team.

Our offer

       We offer a temporary employment contract for 4 years (with a 2-month probation period) for 30 to 38 hours per week (depending on your availability), with a starting date that is as soon as possible. At your own request, fewer hours are negotiable, with a minimm of 24 hours.

Your salary, depending on your relevant experience on commencement of the employment contract, ranges between €3,226 to €5,090 gross per month for a full working week of 38 hours. This sum does not include the 8% holiday allowance and the 8.3% year-end allowance. The Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (CAO NU) is applicable. A favorable tax agreement, the ‘30% ruling’, may apply to non-Dutch applicants.

Please note! It is not possible to offer this contract to candidates who currently, or in the past 6 months, have (had) employment with the University of Amsterdam, with the exception of Student Assistants and PhD students. Your possible application will not be eligible for consideration for this reason.

The Faculty of Science offers you a four-year contract, which includes 0.1 FTE dedicated to training and development. This combination of working as a senior teaching assistant while following training is called the Lecturer Development Programme (Docent Ontwikkel Programma, DOP). The purpose of the DOP is to optimise your position on the job market (employability and career opportunities) once your temporary employment comes to an end. During your four-year contract, you will follow training modules together with other senior teaching assistants; this will include the opportunity to obtain the University Teaching Qualification (UTQ/BKO). Together with your supervisor, you will draw up a Personal Development Plan (Persoonlijk Ontwikkelplan, POP) detailing the specifics of your customised programme.

Besides salary, training and the inspiring professional environment at Science Park, we offer a varied package of fringe benefits:

• 29 days of holiday leave for full employment and extra holiday leave between Christmas and New Year’s.
• You have the flexibility needed for a healthy work-life balance, with the possibility of (partially) working from home;
• 7 weeks of birth leave with 100% salary retention and an attractive parental leave scheme;
• pension with ABP.  

Curious about our extensive package of fringe benefits? You can read more about it here .

About us

The University of Amsterdam is the Netherlands' largest university, offering the widest range of academic programmes. At the UvA, 30,000 students, 6,000 staff members and 3,000 PhD candidates study and work in a diverse range of fields, connected by a culture of curiosity.

The Faculty of Science has a student body of around 8,000, as well as 1,800 members of staff working in education, research or support services. Researchers and students at the Faculty of Science are fascinated by every aspect of how the world works, be it elementary particles, the birth of the universe or the functioning of the brain.

Want to know more about our organisation? Read more about working at the University of Amsterdam.

Any questions?

Do you have any questions or do you require additional information? Please contact:

• Dr. John van de Wetering. Assistant Professor Theoretical Computer Science, Programme Director MSc Quantum Computer Science
• [email protected]

Job application

If you feel the profile fits you, and you are interested in the job, we look forward to receiving your application. You can apply online via the button below. We accept applications until and including the 1st of february 2024.

Applications should include the following information (all files should be submitted in one single pdf file ):

• a detailed CV including the months (not just years) when referring to your education and work experience;
• a letter of motivation;

Only complete applications received within the response period via the link below will be considered.

The interviews will be scheduled shortly after the closing date.

The UvA is an equal-opportunity employer. We prioritise diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. We value a spirit of enquiry and perseverance, provide the space to keep asking questions, and promote a culture of curiosity and creativity.

No agencies please.