Assistant Professor Psychology of Conflict, Risk, and Safety Section

Assistant Professor for the Psychology of Conflict, Risk, and Safety Section

We are seeking an Assistant Professor to strengthen the Psychology of Conflict, Risk and Safety section at the University of Twente. The position focuses on understanding how people perceive, experience, and respond to threats to psychological, physical, societal, and environmental safety. These include crisis situations, (cyber) crime, risk communication, restorative justice, sustainability, climate change and societal transitions. The successful candidate will contribute to an interdisciplinary, impact‑oriented research agenda aimed at addressing safety and resilience challenges, using evidence‑based, technology‑supported approaches that strengthen resilience and promote safer, more sustainable societies.

The role combines research and teaching within our Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes in Psychology and Risk Management, with a strong emphasis on linking scientific insight to societal relevance.

• You hold a PhD and have a track record in Psychology related to PCRS topics.
• You embrace the UT motto High Tech Human Touch and see opportunities in working in a technical environment and with our state‑of‑the‑art BMSlab.
• You have a passion for teaching and the ambition to improve teaching skills with new and engaging methods.
• You are motivated to pursue external research funding opportunities.
• You have excellent communication skills. Your English is at least C1 and you should be able to teach in Dutch within three years.
• You have a University Teaching Qualification (or similar), or are willing to earn one within three years.

• Appointment for one year with prospect of a permanent position (32‑40 hours/week).
• Salary and conditions in accordance with CAO‑NU.
• Starting salary between €4,728 to €6,433 gross per month based on experience.
• Holiday allowance of 8 % of gross annual salary and year‑end bonus of 8.3 %.
• Vibrant, dedicated team that values openness, curiosity, collaboration; high responsibility and independence, with support for professional development.

The interviews will be held on 16 and 17 July 2026.