We are searching for a talented and motivated candidate with a solid background in plant physiology, plant biotechnology and/or molecular plant biology to join our team. The candidate should have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, which is the main focus of this position. The candidate will be responsible for developing and teaching biology courses, skills and projects for bachelor students. In addition, he/she will supervise bachelor thesis students in their research. Although our search focuses on candidates with a strong background in plant molecular biology and/or physiology the lecturer should also be able to teach other related (biological) subjects. Candidates with a multidisciplinary interest and willingness to cross boundaries between scientific disciplines are especially encouraged to apply. The lecturer will also be expected to become an active part of our community, advising students, coordinating parts of our programme, organizing activities, building a scientific network for our students to explore and establishing contacts with other faculties within Maastricht, the Netherlands and across the world.

You have:

·         A PhD in plant biology or plant biotechnology, focussing on molecular biology and/or physiology, and you value teaching at the undergraduate level.

·         A good familiarity with biology teaching at the bachelor level in an international college setting would be considered an asset.

·         An excellent command of the English language and you flourish well in an international setting.

·         You are stimulating and approachable for students and will readily interact with colleagues within Maastricht University and with other knowledge and business partners.

Fixed-term contract: 2 years.

We offer:

• A lecturer position 1,0fte

• Initially a temporary 2 year contract with agreed specific goals. Upon a positive assessment you will get a permanent contract after two years.

• €3173-4166 gross p/m (depending on experience)

• An international academic environment and student community.

• The charming Maastricht city in the heart of Europe and an excellent research environment at the Brightlands Chemelot campus.

The terms of employment of Maastricht University are set out in the Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities (CAO). Furthermore, local UM provisions also apply. For more information on terms of employment and working conditions look at the website www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/General terms of Employment.

Maastricht University offers unique bachelor education in the natural sciences with the Maastricht Science Programme (Faculty of Science and Engineering). This programme combines a variety of disciplines, including biology, chemistry and physics, into one curriculum. Currently, the total enrolment of this growing programme is close to 400 students from over 50 countries.

The Maastricht Science Programme follows the tradition of the ‘Liberal Arts and Sciences’, with an emphasis on student centred learning in a small-scale college-community. At the Maastricht Science Programme, this student centred learning is characterized by the opportunity for students to build their own curriculum in the natural sciences, intensive staff-student interactions in small groups, community building, extracurricular activities and personal guidance. The programme is taught in English and is highly selective. Combined with the unique strengths of Maastricht University, such as problem based learning, an international focus and working at the edge of research and entrepreneurship in an inspiring environment, Maastricht Science Programme offers an innovative concept of education in the natural sciences. Lectures and group meetings take place in the historic centre of Maastricht, whereas the practical parts (skills, projects, undergraduate research) of the programme are carried out in our own well-equipped laboratories at the Brightlands Chemelot Campus near Geleen.

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Maastricht University is renowned for its unique, innovative, problem-based learning system, which is characterized by a small-scale and student-oriented approach. Research at UM is characterized by a multidisciplinary and thematic approach, and is concentrated in research institutes and schools. Maastricht University has around 16,300 students and 4,300 employees. Reflecting the university's strong international profile, a fair amount of both students and staff are from abroad. The university hosts 6 faculties: Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Faculty of Law, School of Business and Economics, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Faculty of Psychology and Neuroscience.

Maastricht University is committed to nurturing an inclusive culture and a welcoming atmosphere. This inclusiveness strategy has resulted in a very diverse representation of nationalities and cultures. We strongly believe that diversity (including, but not limited to nationality, age and gender) of the staff and student population will increase the quality of UM education & research. Fostering diversity and inclusivity creates an academic community where individual talents thrive, and values and differences are cherished. We strongly encourage you to apply if you are qualified for this position.

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