Assistant or Associate Professor in digital technologies for architectural engineering

Delft University of Technology, located in the Netherlands, invites applications for a faculty position at the Faculty of Architecture and the Built Environment, specifically in the Department of Architectural Engineering & Technology. The position is set to commence in Spring 2025 or not later than the start of the 2025/2026 academic year, with an appointment available at the Assistant or Associate Professor level.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop and lead groundbreaking research and education on digital technologies for architectural engineering. You will be expected to drive innovative research projects that leverage cutting-edge computational methods, techniques, and tools; innovate and contribute to our educational activities at the bachelor, master, and doctoral level; contribute to the mission and valorisation of our academic environment.

Requirements:

We are looking for candidates with a Ph.D. degree when applying. Ideally the candidates’ background is in architecture, architectural engineering, building science engineering, and proven experience in informatics, computer science and/or with background in computer science, with demonstrated ability to apply it in architecture, architectural engineering, building science engineering.
We particularly welcome applications from individuals with a strong profile in areas of digital technologies for architectural engineering, innovating in computational approaches that contribute to a design focused department and impact societal challenges.
We specifically seek candidates with demonstrated ability in acquiring research funds, demonstrated in proportion to seniority level.
We are looking for a colleague with leadership skills; and with a strategic overview across different specialisms, capable of connecting content-wise, able to think strategically, be proactive in identifying and implementing opportunities for the department.
We are a department that rewards teamwork, thus social skills such as sharing knowledge and flexibility, a commitment to collegiality, and the ability to collaborate across disciplines are also expected.
Delft University of Technology is committed to contributing to the resolution of global challenges, educating socially responsible engineers, and advancing the frontiers of engineering science. In this content, the responsibilities of successful applicants will encompass advising Ph.D. candidates, teaching, and course development at both undergraduate and graduate levels, establishing an externally funded research program, and contributing to university and the profession. Our new colleague will benefit from excellent (field)labs, research and office facilities.
All qualified candidates, both junior and mid-career academics are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should submit a comprehensive but compact application, including a cover letter; a curriculum vitae; and strategic statements – not exceeding 2000 words - outlining their research and teaching interests, their view on these fields’ future, and their visions on own intended achievements in near to mid future. The application should also include the names and contact information of no fewer than three references. 

Salary Benefits:

The employment contract is for 18 months with the prospect of a permanent contract.
The positions are for a 32 to 40 hours working week.
Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. A salary based on scale 11/12/13/14, depending on the candidate's work experience and expertise, and based on a fulltime employment, is:

• Assistant Professor:

Scale 11 (minimum of €4.492,- and maximum of €6.148,-.)
Scale 12 (minimum of €5.441,- and maximum of €6.986,-.)

• Associate Professor::

Scale 13 (minimum of €6.224,- and maximum of €7.575,-.)
Scale 14 (minimum of €6.538,- and maximum of €8.322,-)
The TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, a discount on health insurance and sport memberships, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged.
For international applicants we offer the Coming to Delft Service and Partner Career Advice to assist you with your relocation. An International Children's Centre offers childcare and there is an international primary school.
Inspiring, excellent education is our central aim. We expect you to obtain a University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) within three years if you have less than five years of teaching experience. This is provided by the TU Delft UTQ programme.
TU Delft sets high standards for the English competency of the teaching staff. The TU Delft offers training to improve English competency. If you do not speak Dutch, we offer courses to learn the Dutch language.
Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. The TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, discounts on health insurance, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged.
Inspiring, excellent education is our central aim. We expect you to obtain a University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) within three years if you have less than five years of teaching experience. This is provided by the TU Delft UTQ programme.
TU Delft sets high standards for the English competency of the teaching staff. The TU Delft offers training to improve English competency. If you do not speak Dutch, we offer courses to learn the Dutch language.
For international applicants, TU Delft has the Coming to Delft Service. This service addresses the needs of new international employees and those of their partners and families. The Coming to Delft Service offers personalised assistance during the preparation of the relocation, finding housing and schools for children (if applicable). In addition, a Dual Career Programme for partners is offered. The Coming to Delft Service will do their best to help you settle in the Netherlands.

32 - 40 hours per week

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