As the new Assistant Professor you will contribute to the teaching and research activities of the strategic pillar ‘Organisational Dynamics in the Digital Society’. Regarding teaching, you will contribute to developing and teaching courses in the new, multidisciplinary master’s program. This program deals with the role of digital technologies in how we work, organize, and govern. In the program we will discuss technologies which have been at the forefront of popular and academic imagination, such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and algorithms. We will elaborate on questions such as the type of work that is affected by these technologies, the kind of perspectives and (in)equalities this brings about, the ethical and privacy concerns that may rise, and how we deal with these technologies on the individual, organizational, and societal level. Our aim is to provide students with tools to navigate these issues, to develop their own understanding of them and to be able to advance technological interventions or intervene in them.

Regarding research, we are looking for a social scientist who has a demonstrated interest in digital technologies and its consequences for work, organizations, and governance. Specifically, we would like to strengthen our team with someone who has understanding of the everyday practices and politics of digitalisation in the public sector. Preferably, you have a background in both governance and the sociology of technology or STS. You are comfortable to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and with professionals in the field. You will develop, supervise and carry out high-quality research in collaboration with your own (inter)national network, as well as with colleagues from the Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences (ESSB) and the strategic pillar ‘Organisational Dynamics in the Digital Society.’ You will also publish in international academic journals. After some time, you will be supported to develop an individual research grant application to either the Dutch Innovational Research Incentives Scheme or the European Research Council.

We are looking for a highly motivated scholar:

General:

• With a completed PhD thesis in the social sciences, preferably dealing with the organizational context of digital technologies;
• With a keen interest in multidisciplinary research and collaboration;
• Who is fluent in written and spoken English (at a minimum level of C1, according to the Common European Framework – and preferably C2), both oral and written;
• With excellent communicative skills, proactive and independent work attitude;
• With the ambition to have a (positive) societal impact through teaching and research activities;
• With a great curiosity and enthusiasm for scientific research.

Teaching:

• Who has an excellent teaching record and proven teaching skills;
• Who has basic competencies in course and curriculum development;
• Who preferably has a vision on/experience with international content, international learning outcomes and/or intercultural skills;
• Who has demonstrated experience and affinity with delivering high quality education at both BSc and MSc levels;
• Who has a teaching certificate (BKO), or is willing to obtain this;

Research:

• Who has good knowledge of sociology, public administration or a related field in the social sciences and in-depth knowledge of the social and political consequences of ICTs, as proven by previous academic activities and publications in international journals;
• Who has a strong publishing record in peer reviewed international academic literature;
• Who has demonstrated interest or ability to work in an multidisciplinary research environment;

Acquisition:

• Who has the qualities to apply for competitive grants and to collaborate with stakeholders;

Internationally-oriented and varied work within an enthusiastic team, with attractive fringe benefits in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (CAO-NU). Your initial employment term will be for three years (temporary contract for three years), the trial period is two months. Employment starts preferably no later than January 1st 2020.

Salary is subject to know-how and experience and corresponds to scale 11 or 12 CAO NU, which is between € 3.637 and € 5.656 gross per month on a full-time basis (38 hour per week; 1.0 fte).

Erasmus University Rotterdam offers attractive terms of employment, including a holiday allowance of 8%, a year-end payment of 8.3% and 41 annual leave days in case of a full work week. In addition, EUR takes part in the ABP pension scheme, and we also offer partially paid parental leave. For international spouses we have set up a dual career programme. Moreover, EUR staff members are allowed to make use of the EUR facilities, including the Erasmus sports centre and the University Library.

Diversity is one of our strategic priorities. Candidates from an ethnic minority, candidates with an international background and/or female candidates are encouraged to apply. Under the condition of equal quality and suitability, these candidates will have a priority position.

Substantial tax benefits apply to non-Dutch citizens, conditional on permission granted by the Dutch Tax Office. Applicants should have the right to work in the Netherlands for the duration of the contract.

Erasmus University Rotterdam

The Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR), named after Rotterdam-born humanist and theologian Erasmus, is a research university with a strong international orientation and a pronounced social focus, both in its education and research activities. On the lively, modern campus, more than 28.000 students and scholars of more than 100 nationalities are constantly encouraged to develop their talents and meet their ambition. Our more than 2700 scientists and employees work together with all our students to solve challenges faced by global society, drawing their inspiration from the consistently dynamic and cosmopolitan city of Rotterdam. The academic education offered at our faculties is intensive, engaging and strongly focused on practical application. We increasingly perform our research in multidisciplinary teams, which are closely interwoven with international networks. In terms of research impact and the quality of its degree programmes, EUR can compete with the foremost universities in Europe, which is reflected in its consistent top-100 position in most major universities rankings. Erasmus University Rotterdam’s key values are daring, curiosity, social involvement, breaking new ground and striving for success www.eur.nl

Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences (ESSB)

The Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences is home to a vast diversity of scientific disciplines: public administration, pedagogical sciences, psychology and sociology. In addition, the Erasmus University College, IHS, and two research institutes RISBO and DRIFT are linked to the faculty. This also reflects in the content of the (international) bachelor's and master's programs and in research.  Our activities are always focused on people and society. At the ESSB fundamental, internationally oriented research is of paramount importance. In addition, social research for professionals, policy makers, and the society is part of our research activities. ESSB offers a stimulating research environment where major national and international research grants are received. Appealing guest researchers and ambitious PhD candidates come along to conduct their research. Our education is small-scale and works with innovative forms of education such as Problem-Based Learning (PBL). Both the Dutch and English programs are highly ranked by students and alumni. ESSB is home to over 2500 students and 300 staff-members. The different disciplines are supported by the Faculty Office (for more information, please visit www.eur.nl/essb).

ESSB has launched a strategy for the period 2019-2022. Part of the strategy is to create/strengthen four multidisciplinary pillars by specifically investing in research and education in these fields. The pillars are:

1. Global Social Challenges
2. Vital Cities & Citizens
3. Behavioural Change
4. Organisational Dynamics in the Digital Society

The current position is part of the investment in the fourth pillar; Organisational Dynamics in the Digital Society. This is a multidisciplinary chair building on insights from Psychology, Sociology, and Public Administration. The current position is created as part of our strategy, and is strongly related to the new master’s track with the same name: https://www.eur.nl/en/essb/master/organisational-dynamics-digital-society