About the opportunity
The Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) is establishing a Health Research Institute (HEALTH) to address healthcare challenges through technology and innovation. The Managing Director (MD) will lead the institute from an operational perspective, working as a strategic partner to the Scientific Director to build a strong health community, establish strategic collaborations, and translate research into real-world healthcare solutions. The role focuses on organization, partnerships, outreach, funding strategies, and daily operations.
Salary and benefits
- Salary scale 14 (€ 7,097 – € 8,992)
- Annual end-of-year bonus of 8.3% in addition to holiday allowance
- 41 paid vacation days per year (based on a 40-hour workweek)
- Flexible benefits scheme to tailor additional employment benefits
- Flexible working hours for work-life balance
- Opportunities for professional growth through mentoring, workshops, coaching, and learning initiatives
- Partially paid parental leave
- Reimbursement of commuting, remote working, and internet expenses
- Employer contribution to the ABP pension scheme
Who can apply?
- Domain knowledge and a strong professional track record in health and technology
- Outstanding organizational and strategic leadership skills with a vision for the HEALTH mission
- Excellent and inspiring communication skills to translate vision into concrete plans and results
- Ability to build a culture of collaboration and engage internal and external stakeholders
- Sensitivity to operate in a dynamic and complex environment with diverse stakeholders
- Existing networks with medical/clinical partners, industry, funding organizations, government, and societal partners at local, regional, and national levels
- Excellent proficiency in Dutch and English (speaking and writing)
- Willingness to work as a team with the Scientific Director
Required documents
- Motivation letter
- CV
When to apply
- The final closing date for applications is September 1, 2026.
- Selection of applicants takes place immediately after receipt.
How to apply
- Submit a motivation letter and CV via the application link: http://euflex.nl/vacatures/managing-director-health-institute
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…
- You have a proven track record in health technology leadership and operational management.
- You possess an established network across medical, industrial, and governmental sectors.
- You are skilled at building collaborative cultures and translating complex research visions into concrete organizational results.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role requires high proficiency in both Dutch and English, which is essential for engaging with diverse local and national stakeholders.
- The position involves navigating a complex, dynamic environment, requiring significant emotional intelligence and stakeholder management skills.
- You should clarify the specific on-site expectations, as the work mode is not explicitly detailed.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is perfect for a strategic leader aiming to shape the future of health innovation at a top-tier technical university. It provides a platform to bridge the gap between academic research and real-world healthcare impact through high-level partnership building.
Our take
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced director with a background in health tech; it is less suitable for those without a strong existing network in the Dutch healthcare and research ecosystem.
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