About the opportunity
The Scientific Director embraces an inspiring and supportive leadership style and heads the Management Team that collectively leads the DSI institute. You will represent the UT in setting the research agenda, promoting the institute and the university, creating and maintaining regional, national and international partnerships, and seeking positions of influence relevant to the areas of expertise represented by DSI. These activities complement and support the efforts of principal investigators. Your main task is to lead the institute (together with your MT) into the next phase, to develop its position and to expand scientific and societal impact of DSI and the UT.
Salary and benefits
- A stimulating and entrepreneurial environment, great colleagues, and a myriad of opportunities to further solidify your scientific reputation
- A position as Scientific Director for 24 hours a week
- A 15% supplement to your salary
- A 4 years appointment, with the possibility of a second 4-year term upon mutual consent and positive evaluation
Who can apply?
- You are currently an associate professor or professor in a UT faculty
- A leading associate professor or professor in one of the scientific areas of the Institute with an established national and international scientific reputation
- Community builder, visionary, externally oriented, persuasive, inspiring and supportive leadership, entrepreneurial, executive strength, cooperative with a multi- and cross-disciplinary focus, result driven
Required documents
- CV
- Motivation letter and/or list of publications
When to apply
- Deadline: 30 Sep 2026
- Preferred start date in December 2026
How to apply
- Apply online by submitting your CV and motivation letter and/or list of publications; you will receive a confirmation of receipt by e-mail
- Selection by the selection committee, with a response within 2 weeks after the vacancy has been closed
- 1st (online or in person) interview serving as an introduction
- 2nd interview to further discuss the job content, your skills, and your talents
- Receive a suitable offer and undergo screening if the conversations are positive
Additional information
- This is an internal search.
- Screening is part of the application process.
- For more information, you can contact prof. dr. ir. T. Veldkamp, Rector Magnificus, a.veldkamp@utwente.nl.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Current associate professors or professors at the University of Twente.
- Established researchers with a strong national and international reputation in the scientific areas covered by the DSI.
- Leaders with a proven track record in community building, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and entrepreneurial management.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is an internal search restricted to current UT faculty members.
- The role is a 24-hour per week part-time commitment, which must be balanced with existing academic responsibilities.
- The appointment is for four years, with the possibility of a second term, requiring a long-term strategic vision.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is perfect for an established academic looking to transition into a high-level leadership position. It offers the chance to shape the research agenda and societal impact of a major digital institute.
Our take
Eligible UT faculty members with a vision for digital society research and strong leadership skills should consider this opportunity to influence the university's strategic direction.
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