The Meteorology and Air Quality group at Wageningen University Research (WUR) invites applications for a tenure-track position in the field of atmospheric sciences and/or meteorology.
They seek applicants who bring research topics and methods that are complementary to those of other researchers in our group. Any approach(es) or/and their combination, including experimental fieldwork, numerical modeling, and theoretical analysis are of interest. Affinity with the current MAQ lines of meteorological research that range from local to global scales will be valued, especially with a link to land-atmosphere interactions. In addition to the above, the candidate must have the potential for innovation and leadership in research. The job also requires teaching at BSc and MSc levels and advising students, which amounts to approximately 40% of the time.
Furthermore, an important aspect of the job is the acquisition of research projects, both at the national and international level, to fund new PhD and postdoc positions.
Duration: 6 years
Salary
The Assistant/Associate Professor position in the field of Atmospheric Sciences offers an attractive salary including;
- 8% holiday allowance;
- a structural year-end bonus of 8.3%;
- excellent training opportunities and secondary employment conditions;
- flexible working hours and holidays can possibly be determined in consultation so that an efficient balance between work and private life is possible;
- excellent pension plan through ABP;
- 232 vacation hours, the option to purchase extra and good supplementary leave schemes;
- a flexible working time: the possibility to work a maximum of 2 hours per week extra and thereby to build up extra leave.
Job Requirements
The position of Assistant/Associate Professor in the field of Atmospheric Sciences seeks
A strong, curiosity-driven scientist who enjoys fieldwork as well as modeling and is able to combine the two approaches in a conceptual framework. The ideal candidate has:
- strong academic record;
- meaningful prior research experience;
- a PhD degree in meteorology or atmospheric sciences;
- excellent communication skills in English (oral and written)
Application Process
Interested applicants can use the online tool to apply and upload the following documents:
- CV including the names of 3 referents and a complete list of publications
- letter of motivation including a short description of their research and education vision
- A summary of their thesis
To apply, click here
Application Deadline: May 15, 2022.
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