We are looking for a passionate colleague that wants to contribute and collaborate with enthusiastic colleagues to do research in the field of computational chemistry, with focus on the development of theory-driven experimentation, in particular, theory-driven organic synthesis. The position also entails teaching in theoretical chemistry, organic chemistry and physical-chemistry oriented courses in other chemical disciplines in various bachelor and master programs of the Faculty of Science. Managerial tasks will be also part of the job.
 
Because we want to increase the number of women in our department female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply for this position. In the case of equal suitability of candidates, preference will be given to female candidates.


Your duties
The tenure track position is starting at the level of assistant professor in the areas of research, education and management (40%:40%:20%), and contains amongst others the following duties:
 

• You are able and motivated to do creative research and publish in high-profile journals;
• You aim at dissemination and impact on the field as witnesses by citations and lectures at (international) conferences and institutes;
• You able to translate fundamental theoretical-chemistry expertise into effective collaborations with partners in the industry;
• Since acquisition of external funding for research is important we are looking for somebody with proven experience;  
• On the longer term, you are expected to build up a successful group around your field of expertise;
• You are able or have experience with educational tasks such as course coordination of, and lecturing in, relevant courses offered by the department;
• You are able and have experience with the supervision of BSc and MSc student projects;
• In addition, you are expected to fulfil more overarching tasks with respect to curriculum development and quality control;
• With respect to management, you will supervise several Ph.D. students, junior researchers/lecturers and postdoc researchers;
• You are expected to participate as a member of the management team of the department and/or as a member of a committee in the department or faculty (i.e. exams committee, program committee, etc.);
• International visibility and recognition in your field is also important.

• You have a background in natural sciences, preferably at the interface of biochemistry, organic chemistry and theoretical chemistry;
• You have completed a Ph. D. thesis in the field of organic chemistry, quantum chemistry, and computational chemistry;
• You have several years of research experience (proven by publications and lectures at conferences) in the field of theoretical-organic chemistry and computational quantum chemistry, its physical and conceptual aspects regarding the development of models for understanding causal relationships between, on one hand, the geometric and electronic structure of molecular systems and, on the on the other hand, their properties, such as, bonding capability, reactivity, and spectral properties, with a preference for quantitative molecular orbital theory as contained in Kohn-Sham density functional theory.
• You have the ability to initiate and build up a line of research
• You are able to work in interdisciplinary teams consisting of theoretical chemists, organic chemists, analytical chemists and chemists in the field of catalysis;
• You have a basic qualification education certificate (BKO), an equivalent title from a university outside the Netherlands, or are willing to obtain such a certificate;
• You have experience in teaching (development and coordination of courses) in the field of computational chemistry and physical organic chemistry.

Fixed-term contract: 5 years.

A challenging position in a socially involved organization.  On fulltime basis the remuneration amounts to a minimum gross monthly salary of € 3.637,- and a maximum of € 4.978,- in accordance with salary scale 11, depending on your education and experience. The job profile (Universitair docent 2) is based on the university job ranking system (UFO) and is vacant for 0.8 – 1.0 FTE.
 
This is a tenure track position; the initial appointment will be for a period of five years. Based on performance indicators agreed at the start of the appointment, a tenure track position will lead to a tenured position in a period of maximally 5 years as Universitair Docent 1 (salary scale 12).

Additionally, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam offers excellent fringe benefits and various schemes and regulations to promote a good work/life balance, such as:

• A maximum of 41 days of annual leave based on full-time employment;
• 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus;
• Considerable employer’s contribution to the ABP pension scheme;
• Contribution to commuting expenses;
• Good child day-care facilities available on campus;
• Good paid parental leave arrangement. 

The ambition of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is clear: to contribute to a better world through outstanding education and ground-breaking research. And to be a university where personal education and societal involvement play a leading role. Where people from different disciplines and backgrounds work together on innovations and on generating new knowledge. Our teaching and research embrace the whole spectrum of science – from the humanities, the social sciences and the pure sciences through to the life sciences and the medical sciences.

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is home to more than 23,000 students. We employ more than 4,500 individuals. The VU campus is easily accessible, located in the heart of Amsterdam’s Zuidas district, a truly inspiring environment for teaching and research.

Diversity
Diversity is one of our university’s core values. We are an inclusive community, and we believe that diversity and international activities enhance the quality of education and research. We are always looking for people who can enhance diversity on our campus thanks to their background and experience.

The Faculty of Science
The Faculty of Science inspires researchers and students to find sustainable solutions for complex societal issues. From forest fires to big data, from obesity to medicines and from molecules to the moon: our teaching and research programmes cover the full spectrum of the natural sciences. We share knowledge and experience with leading research institutes and industries, both here in the Netherlands and abroad.

Working at the Faculty of Science means working with students, PhD candidates and researchers, all with a clear focus on their field and a broad view of the world. We employ more than 1,250 staff members, and we are home to around 6,000 students.
 
About the department and divison
You will be part of the Theoretical Chemistry (TC) division of the Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences (CPS) department. TC offers a dynamic and international environment, with research spanning from the development of new methods for computational chemistry, via the development of physical models for understanding and predicting structure and reactivity, to applications to interesting chemical and biological problems. This position concerns the core in the TC division (the subgroup Theoretical Organic Chemistry), where research efforts aim at the interface of theoretical chemistry, organic chemistry and physical chemistry. The line manager will be Prof. dr. F.M. Bickelhaupt.