Assistant Professor in Applied Soil Science (fulltime)

• You have a background in applied and quantitative soil science or geography with a proven track record in soil-related research.
• You are knowledgeable on soil physical and/or chemical properties applied in fields such as spatial modelling for applied hydrology, natural hazards or environmental sciences.
• The conversion of a point to spatial information, through spectral properties of soils and/or spatial statistics, is an advantage.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as R or Python or willing to learn these is a plus.
• You have a PhD degree in a relevant field and a competitive record of publications and have a high potential for generating funds in research and/or consultancy projects consistent with your career level.
• You are internationally oriented across cultural boundaries and are prepared to travel on short missions.
• You are fluent in English.

Information and application
Additional information about this position can be obtained from Prof. Dr. Victor Jetten (e-mail: v.g.jetten@utwente.nl). You are also invited to visit our homepage.

Please submit your application through the form before 20 August 2018 (choose “apply now” below).

Your application must include (i) a motivation letter clearly stating how you meet the selection criteria and also outlining your research and teaching interests and (ii) a detailed CV with references.

Arbeidsvoorwaarden

We offer an inspiring and challenging international environment. You will be employed for two years. Prolongation of the contract after this period is a possibility.

• Gross monthly salary between € 3475,- and € 5405,- depending on experience and qualifications (job profile Assistant Professor level 2 or 1).
• A holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary and a year-end bonus of 8.3%
• Excellent support for research and facilities for professional and personal development.
• A solid pension scheme
• Possibilities to save up holidays for sabbatical leave
• 41 holiday days in case of full-time employment