Lecturer researcher Industrial Automation and Robotics

Would you like to make a meaningful contribution to the quality of higher professional education in the northern part of the Netherlands, connecting higher education with the work field?

Who are we looking for
We are looking for an enthusiastic colleague with knowledge and expertise in industrial automation and robotics.

Where will you be working
The electrical engineering department is one of the programmes of the Academy for Technology & Innovation (T&I) of NHL Stenden University. It is a programme with attention for the individual student that has been voted Top Study Programme by the Keuzegids Hbo for 4 years in a row. Together with the team you strive to maintain this position.

What will you be doing
You make students of the study of Electrical Engineering enthusiastic for the profession. They become fascinated because you can explain how they gain knowledge in practice. This makes you capable of guiding students during their study. You also supervise students during their internship and graduation. 
With all your experience in technology, you know better than anyone that education in this sector must be in line with today's professions. Together with the team of eight enthusiastic and committed colleagues, you are therefore constantly developing education. For this, you work together with the business community, the research groups and the students. You will do this at least in the field of Industrial Automation and Smart Industry.

Applicant profile
We are looking for a colleague who

• Has a master's degree in electrical engineering or another related technical education or is willing to obtain a master's degree,
• Has experience in Industrial Automation and Robotics,
• Possesses a Basic Didactic Skills Qualification or is willing to get this,
• Enjoys coaching, stimulating and motivating students,
• Follows new developments in the field closely,
• Can communicate clearly, both orally and on paper,
• Wants to learn the Dutch language,
• Goes for results with a proactive attitude.

We offer
A challenging environment with plenty of space for own initiative and personal development. The salary is based on age and experience, to a maximum € 5.936,77 (scale 11, Collective Labour Agreement for higher education) gross per month for a full-time position, excluding 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus. As a lecturer researcher, you will have plenty of space, opportunities, and freedom to develop yourself further. We invest in your development and facilitate your acquisition of the basic qualification Didactical Skills, if you do not already have it. The contract is for the duration of one year with the prospect of a permanent position upon proven suitability.

The strength of NHL Stenden
Our university of applied sciences is solidly embedded in the region and cultivates a global network approach. At our branches and in our worldwide partner network, we are constantly looking for innovative methods and ways to connect the professional field, education and research. Students, lecturers and researchers work in small teams on real-life issues and test their innovative ideas in a practical environment. Our education reflects current developments in the professional field. Regional, national and international. For the future, we need enterprising and inventive professionals who can transform their knowledge into innovative solutions. Who apply a smart vision to look beyond their field of study and who are not afraid to take action. That is NHL Stenden's strength: in a world that is changing increasingly rapidly, our people make the impossible possible.

Respond
Are you the enthusiastic and inspiring colleague that we are looking for? Send your motivation and CV in one document by clicking on the ‘apply’ button to the attention of Jooske Haije, Team leader of the department electrical engineering, stating job posting number 3323 ATI as the subject.

Procedure
You can apply until the  14^th of May 2024. Job interviews are planned for the 24 of May 2024. This vacancy is posted internally and externally at the same time, in case of equal suitability, internal candidates will have priority. 

Questions?
If you would like to find out more about this job, please do not hesitate to contact Harry van der Pol, +31(0)628303930.

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