Post-doc Researcher in Freight Mobility as a Service (FMaaS) project

Incentives and Behaviour in Freight Matching Platforms

This position is part of a large interdisciplinary research project, in collaboration with multiple Dutch Universities and industry partners funded by the Dutch Research Council (FMaaS project). The goal of this project is to design an effective and sustainable digital matching platform for composite services—referred to as Freight Mobility as a Service (FMaaS)—that integrates offerings from multiple independent service providers. The project aims to analyze the platform’s impacts, identify the conditions under which it is adopted and used, and assess its potential environmental and societal benefits.

Your position
It is part of WP3 “Behaviour and incentives in and for FMaaS”, within the Department of Information Systems & Operations Management at Tilburg University.

Freight matching platforms, on-demand service platforms connecting shippers and carriers, offer a huge potential to improve transport efficiency and sustainability. However, their long-term success hinges on the incentives and behavior of participating companies. Modeling shippers’ and carriers’ incentives within FMaaS and understanding the behavioral drivers of (strategic) behaviour are key research deliverables of the project. The candidate is expected to contribute to research published in leading outlets and making an impact on industry and society.

We are seeking applicants with a strong background in mathematical modeling and game theory, and an interest in experimental methods.  
Faculty leads: Eirini Spiliotopoulou (TiU), Stefano Fazi (TU Delft)

We are looking for a candidate who has:

1. a PhD or equivalent degree in operations research, operations management, economics, decision-making, or similar disciplines (or a degree completed by the date of appointment)
2. Strong background in mathematical modeling and game theory, and an interest in experimental methods
3. Ability to do independent and rigorous research, demonstrated by their dissertation and by publications in leading international scientific journals
4. Genuine interest in the research topic of the project
5. Ability to work proactively and independently, but also work well in a team and with external professionals   
6. Strong command of English; For academics: Proficiency in English is required  (CEFR: C2 level)

Our offer
Tilburg University offers excellent benefits in a pleasant working environment:

• Employment of 1 FTE.
• Salary between €3546 and €5538 gross per month for full-time employment (UFO-profile Researcher 4, salary scale 10). Tilburg University uses a neutral remuneration system based on relevant work experience.
• This is a vacancy for a temporary position in accordance with Article 2.3 paragraph 5 sub b CLA DU. You will be given a temporary contract for the duration of 24 months.
• Vacation pay of 8% and a year-end bonus of 8.3%.
• Over 8 weeks of vacation leave.
• Hybrid working with home working allowance (€2 p/day) and internet allowance (€25 p/month).
• Reimbursement sustainable commuting: walking, cycling, and public transport.
• Options model for additional leave, pension, a bicycle or personal training.
• 30% rule for international employees (if applicable).
• Pension through ABP.
• Ample training offer: personal development, leadership, education, research or language courses.
• Inclusive work culture: everyone welcome, equal opportunities.
• A green, inviting campus that’s easily accessible by public transport.

For more information, please see our website and the CLA Dutch Universities.

Tilburg University is an academic, inclusive, and engaged community. Together with nearly 3,000 employees, we are committed to broad prosperity, sustainably, and inclusion. For current and future generations. We develop and share knowledge for the requirements of people and our society. This is how we contribute to solving complex social issues and help society move forward.

We educate our 19,500 students of 110 nationalities to become responsible leaders with knowledge, skills, and character. With our education and research for broad prosperity, we exceedingly focus on themes such as mental and preventive care, an inclusive labor market, the energy transition, and digitalization.

About Tilburg School of Economics and Management

Tilburg School of Economics and Management (TiSEM) is highly regarded. Its research, united in CentER, is among the best in Europe. Its Bachelor's and Master's programs, of which three Bachelor's and sixteen Master's are taught entirely in English, are internationally recognized with the AACSB quality mark, which it earned in 2002. Staff and students form an ambitious, international community.
Tilburg School of Economics and Management

Want to know more?

Would you like to know more before applying? Feel free to contact Dr. Eirini Spiliotopoulou at e.spiliotopoulou@tilburguniversity.edu.