Assistant-Associate Professor in Biomechanics of Regenerative Implants

Assistant-Associate Professor in Biomechanics of Regenerative Implants

We are an internationally top-ranking university in the Netherlands that combines scientific curiosity with a hands‑on attitude.

Are you inspired by tissue and organ regeneration in the human body? Are you intrigued by engineering implants that induce and work synergistically with regenerating tissue to restore function? Are you fascinated by working at the cross‑section of computational biomechanics, machine learning and data science? Join us as Assistant or Associate Professor in Biomechanics of Regenerative Implants.

As an assistant/associate professor, you will establish a new research direction in Regenerative Engineering & Materials (REM), focusing on biomechanics of regenerative implants, with a preference for hard tissues. Your research should complement the existing focus within the REM cluster and the Biomedical Engineering department, incorporating expertise in computational biomechanics and preferably data‑driven and hybrid modeling approaches. You will lead in attracting funding, building collaborations within the cluster, department, TU/e and internationally, and develop, teach and improve courses for BSc, MSc and PhD programs.

You will supervise and mentor students and conduct research in shared laboratories and computational facilities.

• PhD in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering or a related field with a keen interest in biomechanics and regenerative medicine.
• Distinguished record of academic achievements, reflected in high‑quality, impactful publications, research‑based products, patents or other outputs.
• Ability to secure external research funding.
• Vision on teaching and learning within your discipline, and a willingness to contribute to the teaching program of the cluster.
• Strong teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Effective communication, leadership, and coaching/mentoring experience.
• Excellent proficiency in English and preferably Dutch.
• Commitment to the university’s gender balance and diversity goals.

• A tailored career proposal (Assistant or Associate Professor) based on experience and track record.
• Salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.
• Year‑end bonus of 8.3 % and annual vacation pay of 8 %.
• Development track for the Assistant Professor role, progressing to Associate Professor.
• Dedicated mentoring program, training in academic leadership and teaching, and access to technical infrastructure.
• On‑campus children’s day‑care, sports facilities and unlimited access to the TU/e Student Sports Center.
• Partially paid parental leave, commuting allowance, work‑from‑home and internet cost support.
• Staff Immigration Team support and tax compensation scheme for international candidates.
• Flexible start date agreed with the candidate.

Please contact Prof. Dr. Keita Ito (k.ito) or Dr. ir. Sandra Loerakker (s.loerakker) for more information.

We invite you to submit a complete application, including a cover letter, CV with publications, references, a statement of scientific interests and teaching goals. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

• Cover letter describing motivation and qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae, list of publications, contact information of three references.
• Description of scientific interests and plans (1‑2 pages).
• Statement of teaching goals and experience (1‑2 pages).

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email or post.
• A pre‑employment security check may be part of the selection procedure.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.