People are the heart and soul of Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). With excellent research and education programs, being part of outstanding national and international academic networks, participating in strong collaborations with industry and societal organizations, and being the academic heart of the Brainport top technology region, TU/e is a pivot in a world-class high tech ecosystem. We are known internationally for our excellence and expertise in basic science & technology disciplines.

TU/e is facing a big challenge to attract scientific talent from all over the world by creating opportunities for excellence and outstanding facilities. Therefore, we will establish a temporary (2 year) dedicated Talent Acquisition Team to take the lead in the recruitment process in close cooperation with stakeholders in our Departments, the HR Department and external parties. In the second year, the added value and performance of the team will be evaluated. In case of a positive evaluation, the team may become permanent.

Tasks

You are a pioneer and experienced recruiter. Together with our academic staff and HR advisors, you determine the profile and vacancy text. You will actively search qualified academic candidates on a global scale for assistant, associate and full professor positions. You know how to use job marketing.  You are involved in pre-selection and will interview candidates. In the meantime, you will supervise the logistics and keep academic staff involved and committed. If necessary, you will cooperate with external parties.

Our organization                                                                 

TU/e has the ambition to be among the leading universities in science & technology. The coming years, we will strengthen our foundations in basic research, invest in individual research talent and develop leadership in the cross-disciplinary research themes Smart materials & processes, Complex high tech systems, Bioengineering Health, Renewable energy, Human-centered systems and environments and Data-driven intelligent systems. Three challenges are fundamental to our vision for 2030: a sustainable world, the technology revolution and the impact of technology on society. TU/e is a human-centered employer, providing opportunities for talent - in both academic and support staff - for personal development and to engage the challenges of tomorrow together.

The HR Department initiates, advises and supports the TU/e organization and TU/e employees in the full width of the HR field, varying from expert HR advice on individual personnel issues to organizational development. Our priorities, related to TU/e Strategy 2030 are: recruitment, academic leadership, vitality, diversity & inclusion, safety and career development for both academic and support staff.  The HR Department employs a total of 85 colleagues.

We are looking for a colleague who likes to contribute to a high-quality professional service in an informal personal culture:

You have a couple of years of recruiting experience, including executive search;

You show guts and determination;

You display process acumen;

You have a structured approach;

You are a team worker;

You have a master degree, preferably in a technical field;

You have excellent speaking and writing skills in English (C level) and Dutch;

You are customer and result oriented;

Preferably you have experience within the context of Universities.

You will be appointed for 1.0 fte for a period of 2 years. 

The salary ranges between € 3.637,00 and € 4.978,00 gross per month (salary scale 11 CAO Dutch Universities), based on a fulltime appointment, education and experience. TU/e offers a broad package of fringe benefits, for instance an end-of-year bonus of 8.3%, holiday allowance of 8% and excellent sport facilities.

An assessment may be part of the process.