Working at TU/e as scientist
Are you driven to use science and technology? To devise solutions to the challenges facing our society today and tomorrow? Then please browse the open academic positions at the Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). Our small-scale and personal approach makes it easy to communicate and collaborate with other research groups and departments. You are eager to learn, curious and fully committed to research, education, impact creation and collaboration with new partners. Additionally, you’re given the freedom and autonomy to live out your vision and to build a brighter tomorrow for us all. Check out our vacancies for scientific staff below - and join TU/e as scientist or researcher.
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Academic perspectives
We understand that clear prospects are important to you. That is why we offer a tenure track with the prospects of becoming an Associate Professor. If you have a more senior profile, you will receive a tailor-made career proposal.
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Conditions of employment
Many employment matters of importance to TU/e employees are regulated in the Collective Labor Agreement for Dutch Universities (cao-NU).
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Support for internationals
We support your move to the Netherlands by offering information and services to make your transition as smooth as possible. Your partner can enter a dual career opportunity program.
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Application process
We are delighted that you are applying for a job with us. We embrace diversity and inclusion, and invite people from all backgrounds to apply for a job at TU/e. Here is what the application process will look like.
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Irène Curie Fellowship
As of July 2019, TU/e has launched the Irène Curie Fellowship. This program is aimed at talented women who pursue an academic career in our European top research university. Diversified teams, in fact, generate better problem-solving strategies and more creative ideas. In other words, diverse teams accelerate innovation for all. Additionally, Irène Curie fellows can serve as role models for the next generation of female scientists.
Watch our videos: Working at TU/e
How do our professors experience working at the Eindhoven University of Technology? Why did they choose to join us and what makes them proud to work for TU/e?
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Why join TU/e?
Join the Eindhoven University of Technology and its thriving community of scientists, students, and professionals. Shape your own career as you become part of a personal university with a big impact. A university where students and lecturers know each other on a first-name basis and work together on innovative projects with real-life significance.
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Excellent fundamental research combined with a hands-on mentality
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State-of-the-art research labs
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World-leading university in cooperation with industry
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Learning & Development
As TU/e encourages and facilitates your continuous personal development. Therefore, you will have free access to high-quality training programs that aim to equip you with a well-rounded toolkit for a successful career in the academic arena.
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Personal Grants
If you are a postdoctoral researcher looking to apply for a personal grant to execute exiting research at a European top university, please visit this page.
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Our meaningful minds
In this section, you can read stories from our scientific staff. Professors and researchers from various departments and research groups share their successes, challenges, and dreams. They also explain how the Eindhoven University of Technology distinguishes itself in their field. What makes working at TU/e special for these scientists? Finally, what unresolved question inspires them?